Potty training is an important part if your toddlers development period. And, it may not be an easy task, there are cases when parents have to face potty training regression. But then what to do in such cases? This is exactly what this article aims to acquaint you with, so the next time you are faced with potty training regression you should know what to do and what not to do.

First thing that you should understand that potty training regression is not at all uncommon. So please don’t think that you are the only parent facing potty training regression. It is a very common problem with all toddlers. Even toddlers who have already been trained will regress while going under certain changes. He may have been trained but if there are changes in toilet habits then it can (and in most cases it will) lead to potty training regression.

Potty training will take time. Just because your toddler has got rid of diapers doesn’t not imply that he or she is fully trained. Toddlers usually have problems and accidents during this stage, so it is very normal.

Your toddler may also feel disappointed every time they wets. Help him change and tell him not to feel bad. There’s always a next time. Don’t let him get any type of stress and instead help him recover and make sure the same mistakes are not repeated in the future. No pressure; this should be your mantra while dealing with the mistakes and accidents of your toddler and to help him / her come out of potty training regression.

Please do not take potty training as a disciplinary matter. Support your child regardless and make him feel it is a learning process rather than a lesson itself. Give him time and your unconditional support. That is very important. If you punish or reprimand or scold your toddler for his / her mistakes and accidents then you will have to face a rebellion and resistance to further training. And remember the child will have his / her own free will and you cannot force him into learning it. Using force or scolding is certainly not an option to come out of potty training regression.

When you child wets himself / herself handle it gently and show them how to deal with it. Talk to him about it while helping him change their clothes.  You can even reward your child by praising them when he / she remember to use toilet rather than wetting themselves. This will boost their confidence and will lead boost in his confidence which will in turn lead to lesser and lesser number of mistakes!

At times let him do things on his own. There are some things which they should do and learn on their own. Let him /her do themselves - I encourage INDEPENDENCE. You can always offer them tips and correct if they are doing wrong. But essentially the main thing is support and not scolding. Be very supportive and you will definitely see through potty training regression.