What to watch out for If you find yourself getting angry or frustrated about potty progress, or if your child seems to resist toilet training, consider it a sign that you both need to take a breather. You should also stop the toilet training if your toddler is reluctant to use his potty or becomes constipated. Then you can try toilet training again. Once your toddler is using the potty regularly, you'll gradually make the move from diapers to training pants during the day. In preparation for preschool, you may also need to help your child make the shift from the potty to the toilet.
Most children take longer to conquer naptime and nighttime dryness.
Don't worry, though, if your child is not ready to take these toileting steps. Sarah Henry is a San Francisco-based freelance writer. See ParentCenter users' tips on how to encourage your child to use the potty . See ParentCenter users' picks for potty seats, books, and videos . To share your funniest potty story with other parents, see our bulletin board .