Wrapping with a toddler and potty training

In toddlerhood, the changing of diapers and the process of learning to stay dry begin, usually between the second and third birthday. However, it can take some time for your child to become completely diaper-free: learning to stay dry is a developmental process that your little explorer gradually goes through. In this article, you'll learn how you can support him without applying pressure.

What changes when wrapping with a toddler?

You have probably already noticed yourself how different diapering with a toddler is compared to changing a baby: your child is now much more active, has their own mind, and may no longer want to be diapered without resistance. By preparing them for the situation raise awareness and for example, announce the diaper change ("I think your diaper is full, we should change it right away") and prepare for the diaper change, showing that you take it seriously. Also by doing so help actively for example, if the wet wipes or the fresh diaper are enough for you, you actively involve your toddler in the diaper change. If your little explorer no longer wants to lie still on the changing table, you can simply move the changing area to the floor, where your child can stand if they wish. In doing so, the LILLYDOO Kids Pants , which can also be easily pulled up and down while standing or torn open sideways in full state, especially practical.

If your toddler increasingly resists during diaper changes, it is often one of the signs that it is time to start gradually with potty training and reducing diaper use.

When is my child ready to be potty trained?

The bladder and bowel control matures between the second and fifth birthday so that your child physically is able to stay dry. However, the exact timing varies from child to child. Additionally, there are some other prerequisites for being ready to stop using diapers:

• Your child can pull down their pants independently

• Can sit alone on the potty or the toilet

• Your child is able to tell you when they need to go

• The diaper remains dry for extended periods of three to four hours

Whether your little explorer also in his personal Since development is already so advanced, the following signals can indicate that it's time to begin the drying process:

• Your child is showing interest in the toilet or potty

• It withdraws when it does its business in the diaper

• No longer wants to be diapered

• Your child tells you when their diaper is full and wants it changed

• Will accompany you to the toilet

• Your child is becoming more independent and wants to do things on their own

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How does the drying process work?

A baby empties its bladder about 20 times a day, without being able to consciously control it. From around the sixth month, the intervals between become longer until the child consciously perceives when their bladder is full at about two and a half years old. However, it takes a little longer for them to actually hold the urine. This requires tightening the sphincter muscles and the pelvic floor muscles. For half of the children, this works so well between the second and third birthday that they are dry during the day, and for the majority, by the fourth birthday. A few months later, it is usually the case that your little explorer can also control their bladder well at night. However, most children can already control their bowel movements before their bladder. This is because this urge develops more slowly and can sometimes be delayed.

"Dry" is spoken of when a child has not become wet within six months. Until then, the learning period can quite possibly last 10 to 14 months. Even if your little explorer takes a bit longer, there is no need to worry: it is simply a guideline; ultimately, every child learns at their own pace.

How can I support my child in becoming dry?

Often, the terms "potty training" or "toilet training" are used in connection with becoming dry. However, these are not necessarily appropriate terms, as the transition from diapers does not need to be actively trained or taught. Perhaps you have heard from your parents or that, even in their generation, the idea was widespread that children should be potty trained as early as possible. Today, we know, however, that the transition from diaper to toilet is a development that every child experiences sooner or later, and that active training does not necessarily speed up this process. Sitting your toddler on the potty for hours and encouraging them to go is not necessarily effective and can even have the opposite effect if it makes them feel pressured. Instead, as a parent, you can do quite a bit to support your child's natural learning process.

1. The right accessories

• A Pot can help facilitate the transition from diaper to toilet. Alternatively, a toddler-friendly Toilet seat and a to help your child initially use the toilet. Feel free to involve your child in the selection and try out what they prefer.

• Sometimes there is only a short time between the announcement that your favorite needs to go and the moment it is too late. ;) When time is short, shirt and underwear easier to put on than complicated bodysuits. Also casual clothing without complicated fasteners, for example leggings, your child can pull them up and down independently or with a little assistance when needed.

• LILLYDOO Training Pants are perfect for the transition. Your little explorer can pull them up and down like underwear, and they keep dry if something accidentally happens.

• As soon as you also go without diapers on the go, it is especially advisable at the beginning to always Spare clothing to have it.

• Even if your child sleeps without a diaper at night, it is completely normal for it to take some time before they can control their bladder even while sleeping. A washable Mattress protector can be easily cleaned and ensures that no urine gets into the Mattress sickert.

In this video, LILLYDOO midwife Sissi shows you which diaper is suitable for each phase of the dry-up process.

2. Generate interest

• Start by sparking your child's interest in the potty, for example by ... pleasant place select it to set it up. Explain to your child that they can sit on it whenever they want – even clothed.

• In the next step, you can always place your little explorer on the potty at a specific time, for example before bathing, so that he gets used to it. Routine can get used to.

• Once it has gotten used to the regularity, you can also sit your child on the potty without a diaper. However, do not push it into anything and do not exert pressure on your child by making it stay seated until it has done its business. Otherwise, it may quickly lose interest in this new object.

3. Explain what happens

• Through Imitation It is usually best to learn this way: simply take your child with you to the toilet when you go, to show them what happens there. At the same time, they will learn that going to the toilet is something very normal and nothing threatening or shameful. Explain to them that waste, which has previously ended up in the diaper, belongs in the potty or the toilet, and let them flush it if they like.

4. Transition from diaper to potty/toilet

• When you recognize the signals that your child is ready to be potty trained, you can begin the Initially omit diapers during the day for a few hours and offer the potty instead.

• Offer your child going to the toilet together , when it really has to. You should only completely omit the diaper when it feels ready for it and expresses the desire for it.

• Ask your child from time to time both at home and on the go if they need to go. This helps them learn to assess and recognize for themselves when it's time.

5. Stay dry at night

• Even if they manage well without a diaper during the day: it usually takes until your little explorer is dry at night. a few months longer , as he first needs to learn to control his bladder even while sleeping. Therefore, only start by removing the diaper at night once he is reliably dry during the day.

• To make nighttime waking easier, you can initially place the potty next to the bed or leave the light on in the toilet.

• It is completely normal for the occasional nighttime mishap to happen and not a reason to worry. Even if the process takes a bit longer, you should not, as sometimes advised, stop giving your child anything to drink in the evening.

6. Stay patient

• Do not compare your child with other peers and their progress. Every child has their own pace Sooner or later, the drying process will happen on its own initiative.

• Be patient and do not let your environment unsettle you. As with so many topics, almost everyone has a supposedly good tip for potty training.

• Praise your little explorer every step of the way to staying dry: if he can pull down his pants, stay dry for several hours or the first night, it's a good reason to be proud of you to rejoice together with him.

• Don't be disappointed or scold if something goes wrong. It's completely natural and nothing your child should be ashamed of. Once you internalize this, it will be easier for you to approach the matter more relaxed. If, on the other hand, your child senses that you are disappointed, it only causes insecurity.

• Try not to focus too much on the act of doing business at the very beginning of the transition from diaper to potty, so as not to put pressure on your child.

Even if drying off may take a little longer, every small step on the way is a sign of your child's tremendous development. No matter how long it takes, you can definitely be proud of your little explorer.

If you gradually need fewer and fewer diapers, you can easily increase the delivery interval of your LILLYDOO diaper subscription and adjust it to your needs. And when the time comes and you actually no longer need diapers, you can of course cancel the subscription at any time without any problems. We wish you all the best on your way there!