Children may be reluctant to use the toilet if:
-they feel uncomfortable about it
-they don't understand why they need to use the toilet
-the toileting process is overwhelming for them
-the environment they're in (e.g., at home, at a friend's house) isn't conducive to toileting
-they're not getting enough sleep
-they're experiencing potty training flashbacks (a recurrent worry or fear that leads to avoidance of going to the toilet)
Some parents find success teaching their children how to use the toilet by following these guidelines:
1. Make sure your child is familiar with where the toilet is and why they need to go pee and poop. Take them on guided tours of homes so they know where the bathroom is and what things look like inside.
2. Help your child learn how to sit on the throne and insert their feet into the hole. If your child struggles with this step, you can hold their