What Is the Right Age to Start Potty Training Your Child?
One of the most common questions Pakistani parents ask is: “What’s the right age to start potty training?” The answer? It’s less about age and more about readiness — but generally, most children are ready to start somewhere between 12 months to 4 years.
Here’s everything you need to know to start at the right time — and set your child up for potty training success.
💡 Every Child Is Different — And That’s Okay
While some toddlers show interest in the toilet as early as 18 months, others may not be fully ready until closer to 3 years. The key is to watch for readiness signs, not just the number on the calendar.
✅ Signs Your Child Is Ready for Toilet Training:
- Staying dry for 2 hours or more
- Showing interest in the toilet or bathroom habits
- Telling you before or after they pee or poop
- Hiding to go in their diaper
- Trying to pull down their diaper or pants
- Disliking wet or dirty diapers
- Able to follow simple instructions
If your child is showing two or more of these signs, it may be time to start the transition!
🩲 How Reusable Potty Training Pants Help
At Goody Bazaar, we recommend starting with reusable potty training pants as a gentle, mess-free way to teach your child independence. These pants:
- Feel like real underwear but offer light protection
- Help kids recognize wetness (unlike diapers)
- Are soft, eco-friendly, and budget-friendly
- Build confidence and routine
They’re perfect for daytime training while you continue using diapers at night if needed.
🕰 When Not to Start Potty Training
Timing is everything. Avoid starting potty training during stressful periods, such as:
- Moving houses
- A new sibling arriving
- Starting daycare
- Major changes in routine
Wait for a more settled time when both you and your child can be consistent and patient.
🎯 Quick Tips for a Smooth Start
- Let your child watch and learn from you or older siblings
- Use simple language like “pee” and “poop” consistently
- Praise small wins — even sitting on the potty counts!
- Be patient — accidents are part of the learning process
🚼 Final Thoughts
There’s no “perfect” age that works for every child, but with the right signs and tools — like our reusable training pants — potty training can be a smooth and empowering journey.
Remember: It’s not a race. It’s a transition. And you’re doing great.
🛒 Ready to start potty training?
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