POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 9 m old boy11 months agoA. It sounds like your baby is making great progress with potty training, especially at such a young age! Starting to recognize the need to use the potty around 11 months is an excellent sign. Here’s how you can continue encouraging and supporting your baby in this process:
1. Reinforce Positive Behavior:
When your baby looks for the potty or shows interest in going, encourage them with positive reinforcement. Cheer them on or give them a small reward (like a sticker or a high five).
2. Create a Consistent Routine:
Try to maintain a consistent potty routine, especially after meals, when your baby might feel the urge to go. Take your baby to the potty at regular intervals throughout the day, like after naps or before bedtime.
3. Be Patient:
Potty training can take time, and every child progresses at their own pace. If your baby starts showing signs of discomfort or resistance, take a step back and try again later.
4. Model the Behavior:
If your baby sees others using the potty, especially older siblings or family members, they might be encouraged to mimic that behavior. Even if they don't fully understand, seeing others can create curiosity.
5. Celebrate Small Successes:
Praise your baby when they successfully use the potty. Positive reinforcement builds confidence and helps make potty training a fun and rewarding experience.
If you're ever concerned about any aspect of the potty training process or feel like your baby isn’t making progress, it’s okay to take a break and revisit it later. Every baby is different, and what matters most is their comfort and readiness.
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