When you have a baby, you basically sign up for 3 to 4 years of being responsible for their poop. Newborn blowouts, diaper changes in public bathrooms, the infamous “poopsplosions” when you’re already ...

Potty training a toddler is no joke. Between the accidents and the stubborn refusals to “try,” getting a toddler to do their business in an actual toilet tends to be a long, drawn-out process, no ...

The source of their distress? A small child who is trying to learn how to poop like a member of modern society. Ask any parent who has had to do multiple loads of particularly unpleasant laundry, or ...

Congratulations. After ample "commando" time, 937 readings of Potty Time with Elmo and more accidents than you care to remember, your child has been successfully potty trained. So why, you may be ...

We thought our daughter simply hated using the toilet, but her accidents uncovered a more complicated issue. By Paul L. Underwood This story was originally published on June 6, 2019 in NYT Parenting.

Don’t rush your toddler into using the toilet before he’s ready. The process takes patience, preparation and praise. Credit...Tess Smith-Roberts Supported by By Dina DiMaggio This guide was originally ...

There is no single best time to start potty training. Many parents or caregivers find it is best to begin when their toddlers show signs of readiness. These may include asking to have diapers changed, ...

Experts say the most important thing for parents to remember while potty training is to be patient with their child. (Photo: Getty Creative) Although no two children are exactly alike, the messiest ...

Many children experience constipation during potty training, which may occur due to anxiety about using the potty. Providing support, comfort, praise, and routine to a child can help. If a child feels ...

It’s fair to say most parents don’t consider the rite of passage that is potty training when they start a family. But when you get to the so-called “right age” to begin, it can become an all-consuming ...