How to Potty Train at Naptime & Bedtime

You have been potty training your child for quite some time, and for the most part, she is pretty consistent. However, you may experience difficulties around two particular times of the day: nap time and bedtime. A little consistency on your part can help her become successful during these times. It is normal for children to take longer to master potty training during times of sleep. As a parent, you can make this phase bearable by addressing the matter before and after she lays down, reducing the chances of her wetting the bed while sleeping.

Things You'll Need

  • Pull-Ups or potty training undergarments

Instructions

  1. Naptime

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      Remind your child that she is wearing "big girl" undergarments and that she should go to the potty if she feels she has to use it.

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      Escort your child to the bathroom before naptime.

    • 3

      Monitor her actions for any signs that she needs to return to the bathroom before she falls asleep. Depending on how long ago she ate or drank before naptime, there is a chance that she may have unfinished business to take care of.

    • 4

      Lead your child to the bathroom as soon as she wakes up from naptime.

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      Discuss your child's success or failure at staying dry during naptime using a positive tone and positive reassurance. Encouraging her may provide the motivation to continue doing well or try harder to stay dry.

    Bedtime

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      Show your child the disposable nighttime product he will be wearing and praise the product as his new bedtime underwear. Pull-Ups can be bought with a variety of patterns that look like traditonal underwear.

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      Sit the child on the training potty at bedtime. He may be more willing to sit if you provide toys or books for entertainment.

    • 8

      Help your child put on the nighttime potty training product shortly before he goes to bed. Make it a positive experience.

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      Accompany your child to the potty soon after he wakes up, removing the nighttime potty training product.

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      Praise your child for his efforts at remaining dry. If he wakes up wet, give him understanding and encouragement for the next night. If he wakes up dry, give him positive reinforcement.

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