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Potty Training Girls FAQ
October 19th, 2011 | 
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Potty training your little girl can seem confusing, and many parents struggle with questions and concerns. Everyone wants to make sure they get it right, but as long as you are diligent in your training, then your little princess will be an expert in using the potty in no time! Here are some of the most frequently asked questions involving potty training and the little girls who are ready for the potty!
Q. Is it okay to put her back in diapers at night?
A. Generally speaking, switching from diapers and back to training pants or undies can be very confusing for a child in potty training. It is best to avoid these types of situations if at all possible. A better option may be restricting fluid intake before bedtime, having the child use the potty immediately before bed, and placing a small potty chair in her bedroom with her. Cover the mattress with a plastic cover, because at first there will be accidents! She will soon learn how to make it through the night without bedwetting though! If bedwetting becomes a persistent problem, it is possible that she simply isn’t ready for training yet.
Q. Should I punish my daughter for wetting her pants or for continually having accidents?
A. Absolutely not! A child should never be punished for bed wetting or accidents. Accidents will happen during potty training, it is inevitable. The best and most successful practices involve rewarding the child when they use the potty correctly on their own. Also, keep in mind that feeling and understanding they need to go bathroom right now is a new concept for those just coming out of diapers. Remind them often to go potty, and ask frequently if they need to go.
Q. My daughter uses the potty very well, but is having a hard time with the wiping. What can I do to help her with this?
A. Sometimes it is hard for a toddler to wipe as thoroughly as may be necessary. This is not uncommon among children, and is something that you will probably have to help with for a while longer! The best tip I can offer is to provide your child with disposable wet wipes. They clean more efficiently and more quickly than standard toilet paper does, which seems to work well for small children. You can even find flushable kinds, so they are easily disposed of the same as toilet paper is.
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How to Potty Training a Girl
Young children learn by example, so let your daughter watch you use the bathroom. Explain what you’re doing, and emphasize the importance not only of wiping but of wiping front to back–this is important, as girls who wipe in the wrong direction can develop an infection.
Put your daughter in underwear while she is at home, or even let her run around without any pants on. Get her to sit on the potty regularly, such as once every hour, or whenever you think she may need to “go.” Make sure her potty is in an area where she can easily access it, such as in her play room. If you need to go out somewhere with your child or if she is in daycare, pull-up diapers and training pants are practical options.
When she manages to go in the potty, celebrate! Let her know how proud you are and what a big girl she is. Rewards like stickers or a special snack may also help, but try not to go overboard–you don’t want her to feel overwhelmed.
For nighttime potty training, wait until your daughter appears to make it through the night with a dry diaper. BabyCenter.com reports that children often begin staying dry through the night around six months after successful potty training.
Remember that accidents will happen. Don’t reprimand your little girl when they do occur–clean up and move on. Keep the experience light and stress-free, and enjoy the freedom that eventually comes from potty training.