Each child is unique. Knowing when to start toilet learning is the key to success. The following information will help you recognize when your child is ready.

Your Child:

• Has passed the “no” stage.
• Can express and understand words related to the bathroom.
• Can stay dry for one to two hours and/or can get up dry from a nap.
• Through words or facial expressions, can indicate he is about to have a bowel  movement or empty his bladder.
• Dislikes being wet or soiled.
• Shows interest in imitating other family members in the bathroom.
• Has bowel movements that occur on a fairly predictable schedule.

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit offers information sessions on "Toilet Learning". Check the Upcoming Events section on our home page for the current parenting workshops offered for parents with toddlers and preschoolers. 

For More information contact the Intake Nurse:

• Local calls: 519-258-2146 ext. 1350
• Long distance calls: 1-800-265-5822 ext. 1350

 References:

• Leach, Penelope (1998).   Your Baby and Child: From Birth to Age Five.   Alfred A. Knope: New York.
• Davis, Laura & Keyser, Janis (1997).   Becoming The Parent You Want To Be.  Broadway Books: New York.