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My Child Isn’t Potty Trained Yet, and I’m Totally Okay With It
Hey there, fellow parents! So, my little one is now 3 years and a few months old, and guess what? He’s still not potty trained. My oldest was fully trained by 2 and a half, even sleeping through the night without a single accident. But as they say, every child is unique, right? So why is everyone else so concerned?
It seems like I should be panicking—like, seriously panicking. I mean, you should see the pitying looks I get from some people. Their gazes could tell a thousand horror stories about the trials of potty training. It’s honestly a bit unsettling and, frankly, none of their business!
Just the other day, a friend of mine saw a picture of my son in a diaper before he turned 3 and gasped as if she’d seen a ghost. She had a three-month-old and boldly declared she’d have her child potty trained by 18 months. I gave her my best “are you kidding me?” look. Seriously, who does she think she is?
I’ve heard all sorts of theories about why my son isn’t rushing to the potty. Some say he’s too reliant on me (guilty as charged), while others claim he lacks discipline. I’ve even been informed that he won’t be allowed into kindergarten unless he’s trained (thankfully, we still have two years). There are whispers about potential developmental issues because he doesn’t seem to grasp the concept yet.
“Are you worried?” they ask. But honestly, I’m not the one losing sleep over this. My son is amazing! He has hit every milestone I consider suitable for a 3-year-old, and even if he hadn’t, he would still be my little star. He’s funny, energetic, and yes, sometimes he does use the toilet.
But let’s be real. Sometimes he doesn’t.
We’ve tried everything—Pull-Ups, regular underwear, and even going without clothes. The best method so far has been allowing him to roam the house in the buff. He knows when to go, but it’s not always practical to let him run free, especially outside. So, despite our best efforts and reminders, he still has his accidents.
Want to know what that tells me? Brace yourself: He’s NOT READY. Yep, I said it. I’m not about to force him into something he’s not prepared for, so I simply don’t. It’s as basic as that.
Eventually, he’ll reach a point where he decides he doesn’t want to sit in wet or messy pants anymore. And on that glorious day, I’ll be the one doing a happy dance, singing, “We did it, hooray!” My husband will join in with a celebratory chest bump, and we’ll all move forward.
Until then, I refuse to stress or feel ashamed. He’s perfectly fine! And I have a hunch I’m not the only parent in this boat. I bet there are other moms out there with 3-year-olds who are also taking their sweet time with potty training. And guess what? They’re going to be just fine too.
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Summary
This lighthearted reflection on the challenges of potty training emphasizes that every child develops at their own pace. The author embraces their son’s journey without succumbing to societal pressures or judgment from others. Ultimately, they remain confident that their little one will master this milestone in his own time, and they invite fellow parents to share in this understanding and solidarity.