They say that potty training boys is more difficult and may take longer than girls to potty training. I must say that I do not sit on the fence a bit with this statement. Personally, I can not speak from experience - I have two daughters who both potty trained very quickly and easily. But I have many friends who are boys and the consensus of opinion is very divided. Some potty training boys very quickly and without fuss, and others had their parents are pulling their hair. Why some boys take a long time?

I really do not think there is a simple answer. Maybe boys just take a little more time to show an interest in using a potty or perhaps they are a bit lazy and prefer to continue to play than to go to the potty, who knows? As with all potty training boys should start when the child shows signs of being ready - which can be at any age from the age of 18 months over 3 years. If your child begins to ask you to change it because it was wet or soiled his diaper or he tells you he is about to wet his bed or floor - it's a sign that he is ready. You can also start to notice that the bladder control improves your child and can remain dry for much longer periods.

Potty training boys should not be discussed in any way different. Start by allowing him to choose some "Big Boy Pants" and a pot which suites. This is very important, you can make but little pots vary in size and height. It is a good idea to buy one in a store where your child can sit on a small number (fully clothed, of course!) In order to ensure that it is able to sit and down by him and that the seat is comfortable. If the pot is not just the chances of success potty training goes right out the window!

Let your child sit on the potty both with and without his coat and explain that wee and poo should go in the pot now. Start sitting on the potty when he wakes up in the morning and at regular intervals throughout the day - or perhaps every half hour. If your child has a bowel movement at the same time each day to sit on the potty at that time too! However, it is essential that you do not force your child to sit on the pot more than he wants too. You can distract him by reading a story or give him a toy to play with. He realizes it or not give lots of praise.

Accidents are going to happen, and when they do, just clean and not make a big fuss, but gently remind your child that he must use the potty. If your child does not seem receptive to potty training do not force the issue - take a break and come back to it in a few weeks, but at the same time keep the pot where your child can see it. You can even encourage them to sit on it as a seat while watching TV!

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