Tuesday, May 22, 2007

Diaper Dependence and Delayed Potty Training

Take a look at the article in the following link (courtesy of Fox 28), and the video in the next link (courtesy of abc7.com). Some very interesting figures on the age of toddler potty training - historically and now, are provided. The availability of diapers in the Western world has a lot to answer for in delaying the age our children are now potty trained by!

Many Potty Training Very Early
Fox 28, IN - May 17, 2007
The American Pediatric Association recommends children between ages two and two-and a half start potty training, but a growing number of parents are opting ...

potty training - Google News
abc7.com
When is it the Right Time to 'Potty Train'?
"I think its better to expose children to the potty, at least every once and a while from a young age," says Laura Hamilton Early Toilet Training Advocate. ...



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