Signs your toddler is ready to start potty training

Is your toddler ready for potty training? Pediatrician Tanya Remer Altmann, MD, reveals 7 signs your little one is ready to start toilet training and leave diapers behind.

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Finally, if your toddler asks to use the toilet and wear big kid underwear, she's likely ready to take this big step.

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I'm Dr. Altmann. Are you tired of diaper duty? There's a good chance your toddler is, too. In fact, she may be letting she's

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ready to get out of diapers. Here are some signs that it's time to start potty training. She stays dry for several hours at a time.

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She has regular, predictable bowel movements. She shows signs that she's about to go in her diaper, such as hiding or squatting.

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She seems uncomfortable when her diaper is dirty and asks to have it changed. She follows simple instructions, walks to the bathroom,

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and helps undress herself. Finally, if your toddler asks to use the toilet and wear big kid underwear, she's likely ready

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to take this big step. I'm Dr. Altmann. For more tips to raise happy, healthy kids, watch all our Health Smarts videos right here.