Nursery World - A parent's guide to potty training

There are some aspects of being a parent that are more pleasant than others. Take nappy changing as an example.

There are some aspects of being a parent that are more pleasant than others. Take nappy changing as an example. The chances are that you, like most parents, are looking forward to nappies becoming a distant memory. So how can you help your child to leave nappies behind?

When can I start potty training?

One of the hardest parts of potty training is being patient and knowing when your child is actually ready to use a potty. As with other milestones, such as walking, there is no set time by which all children are ready to leave nappies. Some are out of nappies at 15 months, while others will only be ready at three years old. The difference between children lies in their physical maturation, as the bladder and the central nervous system have to be sufficiently developed.

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