See More About:potty trainingtoddler twinsYou long for the day when you can ditch the double diapers, yet potty training twins seems like a daunting task. Don't despair! With these tips, potty training your twins will be successful, and not stressful.
1. Ready, Set, Go!
Are your twins ready for potty training? The ideal timing for toilet training can vary widely, beginning as young as eighteen months or as late as three years old. If your twins are not developmentally ready to train, you'll encounter more resistance and frustration. Evaluate your twins -- individually -- to determine the right timing. Signs of readiness include showing an interest when others use the toilet, the ability to go for an extended length of time without wetting a diaper, being uncomfortable with a soiled diaper, and wanting to wear "big kid" underwear. About.com's Guide to Pediatrics offers this Potty Training Readiness Quiz. But remember, your twins are individuals. They may not be ready at the same time.
2. Reasons for Seasons
Choose your timing wisely. Once you've established that your twins are ready, take a good look at the calendar. Though tempting, try to avoid instituting the process of potty training based on a deadline. If you are under pressure to train before the start of preschool or a family vacation, you may encounter resistance. Anticipate other big changes in your twins' lives; are you planning a move, a change in routine, or the birth of a sibling? All of the change may be too overwhelming to a child who is trying to master the toilet.
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