My first daughter was a breeze to potty train, once she decided for herself that she wanted to do it. After she was officially potty trained, she never really had an accident in public. (There was one ...

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What causes a potty-trained child to revert to former ways and refuse to use the toilet? Experts chime in with their thoughts and offer advice for getting rid of diapers for good. Photo credit: Robert ...

ERIC, the children's bowel and bladder charity, answer commonly asked questions about potty training, including when to start potty training, what to do when your child won't poo and more.

There is no single best time to start potty training. Many parents or caregivers find it is best to begin when their toddlers show signs of readiness. These may include asking to have diapers changed, ...