Is your child ready to start potty training?

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Quiz Questions

1.
How old is your babe?
- A.
  18 months or younger
- B.
  18 months to 2-years old
- C.
  3 years old
- D.
  4+ years old
2.
Which one of these pictures would most resemble your tot?
- A.
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  Independent toddler alert.
- B.
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  Happy, easy going, and excited to try new things
- C.
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  Cautious when it comes to taking risks and going on adventures
- D.
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  Let's just say...this is the face they make when I even mention "potty" or ditching the diapers
3.
Are they able to use potty lingo like “pee,” “poop,” and “potty”?
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- A.
  They know and say the lingo often!
- B.
  They know & use some of the words, but not all.
- C.
  They don't know or say the lingo yet.
4.
Are they able to sit in one spot for 2 to 5 minutes at a time?
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- A.
  Yes
- B.
  No
5.
Is your child able to maintain a dry diaper for 2 hours or often wakes up dry after naps?
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- A.
  Often (5 or more times a week)
- B.
  Sometimes (3 times or less per week)
- C.
  Not at all (0 times per week)
6.
Which describes how you're feeling about the potty training journey?
- A.
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  I'm excited to go on this journey!
- B.
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  Do I really have to do this? Can't they learn this on their own?!
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  I am soo stressed with LIFE, I can't imagine adding one more thing to my plate!
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  I'm discouraged. We've tried potty training already & it was a FAIL!
7.
Do they have regular bowel movements?
- A.
  Yes for the most part
- B.
  No, it's pretty sporadic
8.
Can your child push and pull up loose fitting pants?
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- A.
  Yes, independently
- B.
  Yes, with extra help
- C.
  Not at all. I have to do this for them.
- D.
  I'm not sure because I've never had them try to do this.
9.
Can your child follow simple directions (e.g., “Please pick up the toy.”)?
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- A.
  Yes, often
- B.
  Sometimes
- C.
  Never
10.
Can they put toys and other belongings in their appropriate place (e.g., books on the bookshelf, toys in the toy bin)?
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- A.
  Yes, they know where their toys & belongings go for the most part.
- B.
  They have NO idea where their toys and belongings go.
- C.
  I don't know.
11.
Does your child let you know when they have a wet diaper OR tend to hide/grunt when eliminating in their diaper?
- A.
  Yes
- B.
  Sometimes
- C.
  No, never
12.
Have they ever asked to wear underwear, sit on the potty chair or shown general interest in the potty (e.g., follow you into the bathroom, ask to flush the toilet, notice when others go potty)?
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  Yes!! They seem interested/curious about the potty.
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  They are resistant to these things for the most part.
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  They don't really seem to care about the potty.
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  I'm not sure because we haven't brought up the potty.

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Your babe is the... Diaper Prince/Princess (for now)!
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There’s nothing worse than starting potty training only to realize you started before your babe was actually ready! So congrats my toddler parenting pal, based on your results - you’ve avoided a potential disaster.While you may be seeing subtle signs of readiness, your babe is not quite ready to ditch the diapers right now and that’s ok! I’d rather you wait until your child is developmentally ready to begin versus rushing the process. Research suggests children who are potty trained too early (before they’re developmentally ready) are at a higher risk for longer potty training and/or toileting problems. No, thank you! Remember, potty training works best when your babe can control much of the process and when they’re taught something they genuinely want to learn, when they want to learn it. It will allll go much smoother when your babe is an eager partner in the process. Now, don’t get me wrong, just because your little one is not 100% ready to begin doesn’t mean there aren’t things you can be doing right now to help prepare them! As with any transition, potty training your tot works best if you take some time to think it through before you start.Here are some things to help you prepare:Commit now to having a positive attitude for yourself and your babe for the journey up ahead.Gradually introduce your babe to the idea (if you haven’t started already). Use books, play, and daily discussions to plant those seeds early on so it doesn’t come as a complete shock when you start. Want a step-by-step guide to how to potty train? Then check out my online course, Potty Training Bootcamp! Inside Potty Training Bootcamp, you'll learn:My signature step-by-step method to potty training FAST & EASYScripts for handling the most difficult potty moments like refusing to go or having frequent accidentsHow to nighttime potty train (it's much different than daytime potty training) How to get your child to POOP on the potty (this is often the hardest part for parents)How to potty train on the go and so much more! Use code QUIZ at checkout for 50% OFF! Happy Potty Training!Dr. Jazmine
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Your babe is the... Potty Training King/Queen!
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Quick! Somebody grab the camera, little Johnny is about to start potty-training! Congrats my toddler parenting pal, based on your results — your little one is getting ready for the big guns (aka, the potty).The signs have been there for a while now. Maybe they sneak off into the corner to do their business, nudge you to change their wet diaper, or they show interest and mimic you when you use the restroom. Either way, your babe is showing you that they’re getting ready to graduate from the diaper. (Sniff, sniff, someone pass the tissues!)Sure, it might feel bittersweet, but when you watch your little one grow and assert their independence, it’s a magical parenting moment.Now that you have a good idea of where your child’s at, let’s make sure everything else is in line for their potty training journey.Tip 1: Avoid too many changes all at onceWhile this is not always avoidable, it’s not ideal to start potty training when there are other major life events going on (or about to happen soon) such as welcoming a new sibling, starting a new school, or relocating to a new home. The golden rule is to try to give your child around three months between major life events. For example, if you’re about to welcome a new sibling in the early fall, either start potty training at the beginning of summer or in the winter. Tip 2: Prepare for the journeyAs with any transition, potty training your tot works best if you take some time to think it through before you start. Here are some things to help you prepare:Commit now to having a positive attitude for yourself and your babe.Set aside time (around 3 days) to begin the process. The first few days will require your undivided attention and commitment to learning your child’s potty cues and cleaning up accidents. Fun times! Gradually introduce your babe to the idea (if you haven’t started already).Gather supplies. Want a step-by-step guide to how to potty train? Then check out my online course, Potty Training Bootcamp! Inside Potty Training Bootcamp, you'll learn:My signature step-by-step method to potty training FAST & EASYScripts for handling the most difficult potty moments like refusing to go or having frequent accidentsHow to nighttime potty train (it's much different than daytime potty training) How to get your child to POOP on the potty (this is often the hardest part for parents)How to potty train on the go and so much more! Use code QUIZ at checkout for 50% OFF! Happy Potty Training!Dr. Jazmine