Question

What is the maturation of toilet learning?

Answer 1

The Four Stages of Toilet Learning

by Kristi Hayward (CDFC Teacher)

Stage One: Toilet Play

Pretends to toilet, usually with clothes on

Observes others going to the bathroom

Shows an interest in the toilet

Stage Two: Toilet Practice

Practices flushing

Practices pulling pants up and down

Practices getting on and off the toilet

Practices squatting and standing

Practices hand washing

Ask is diaper is wet or dry, clean or dirty

Stage Three: Toilet Learning

Shows interest in wearing “real” underwear

Feels the need to urinate by showing gestures, is verbal or uses facial expressions

Holds urine for longer periods of time

Acquires the desire to be clean

Has words for using the toilet and tells you when they have to go

Can pull pants up and down for themselves

Stands and sits well on their own

Shows signs of pushing and concentration when they are ready for a bowel movement

Tells you they are soiled or wet and needs to be changed

Stage Four: Independent Toileting

Answer 2

Toilet training is a natural function that requires biological maturation coupled with a child's desire to master controlling urination and bowel movements. ... Setbacks and accidents are a normal part of the toilet training experience. Punishment should not be used during the process of toilet training.