There's no one right age to begin toilet training. The single most important piece of advice experts give is to let your child determine her readiness. Explain what it's used for and tell her it's her very own. Let your child get used to her potty. Let her sit on it, dressed or undressed, for short or long periods of time.
Bowel movements are regular and predictable.
Your child can follow simple directions. Your child seems uncomfortable with a soiled diaper. Be positive and supportive. Be prepared to make a lot of trips to the potty with your child. Try first thing in the morning, right after meals, and before and after naps.