Easy Guide to Toilet Training

Having trouble with or feeling lost about transitioning your child from diapers to the toilet? Don't worry! Follow the steps below – it’s the approach commonly used in ABA based on behavioral psychology principles. Remember: Be patient, consistent, and their biggest cheerleader as they learn to use the bathroom independently. You’ll want to start and stick to a toilet training schedule. Also, ditch the diaper. The child should be in underwear all day. At night, they can sleep in a diaper or pull-up.

Here are 6 Steps for successful toilet training:

1. Pick a powerful reinforcer

2. Have the child sit on the toilet at regular intervals

3. Increase time intervals

4. Check for dry pants

5. Stay neutral during accidents

6. Watch out for initiations

In addition to these steps, make sure the child is drinking lots of fluids, and track their data! For more help, book a session with us for more in-depth and customized training.