Easy Potty Training Tips for 19 Month Old Boys

Be Patient

• A boy who is 19 months old may be physically ready and interested in potty training but not necessarily into the idea of having to stop the easy method of using diapers. Don't go in with expectations of perfection, and assume that this is a time-consuming process. Playing often has his mind involved, and he is guaranteed to have an accident at some point. Being patient, understanding and allowing the child to master potty training without too much pressure makes it easier on both of you.

Consistency

• Repetitive behavior at this age is a big factor in learning. Often the first, second, third or even tenth time a toddler tries something new he doesn't master it. Consistent opportunities are important in this step. Set up a schedule to take the child to the potty at regular intervals and try not to deviate from this plan. Whether or not the child goes when he gets there isn't the important part of this step; it's the repeating of a pattern that teaches that this is how something is done until it becomes a habit.

Their Own Place

• A potty chair with a guard, a potty seat for your toilet and a step or a combination of the two gives a big boost toward mastering potty training. Having pride in using his own potty chair gives him a sense of accomplishment for one thing. Additionally, the adult toilet is really just too large and cumbersome for a toddler to use easily. Sitting on his own sized chair is more comfortable, more inviting and gives him incentive to keep going and to not dislike the experience.

Rewards

• Any child responds to being praised on accomplishing a task. As difficult as potty training is, a reward system often works wonders when undergoing this process. Making a chart that shows how many successes the boy has had is a good idea and giving even small treats or prizes every so often motivates him to achieve his goals. Don't enforce any negative behavior or punish mistakes, and don't make rewards too lavish or frequent, but do make sure to acknowledge your potty training boy's hard work and achievements.