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Practical OT articles in the Toileting category.
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From Diapers to Big Kid Underwear: Potty Training with Pull-Ups

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the idea of transitioning your little one from diapers to big kid underwear? We’ve got you covered! In this blog post, we’ll explore the world of potty training with pull-ups and provide helpful tips to make the process a breeze. Get ready to say goodbye to diapers and hello to […]

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9 Best Potty for Toilet Training: An OTs Recommendations

When it comes to toilet training, having the right potty seat or chair can make all the difference. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the 9 best potty options for toilet training, based on recommendations from an Occupational Therapist. These potty chairs and seats are designed to facilitate the potty training process and make it easier for both parents and […]

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Toileting and ASD: Autism and Bathroom Issues in Kids

For parents, whose children have autism spectrum disorder, bathroom issues can be a common concern. Many autistic children have difficulty with toilet training and may also experience incontinence, constipation, or other issues related to urine and bowel movements. In some cases, sensory processing issues can make it difficult for an autistic child to use the […]

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Soiling in Children: A Guide to Understanding and Support

Soiling, also called encopresis, can cause a great deal of stress for both the child and the parents. It occurs more often in boys than girls and usually starts around age 4. Soiling can happen because the child is not toilet trained yet. On the other hand, often parents find that their child has started […]

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Constipation and Soiling In Children: 15 Questions Answered

As a parent of young children, poos are just part of our daily lives. From infancy to toilet training years, we help our children learn to poop. However, what happens when they stop pooping. In this article, we are going to be talking about poop! In particular, answering the most common questions around constipation, soiling, […]

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When to Start Potty Training?

Potty training can be long and tiring. It can be costly and time-consuming. A common question asked by parents, especially first-time parents, is “When to start potty training?”. Children start potty training at different ages. Typically the age range for daytime potty training is between 2 and 5 years old. However as an Occupational Therapist […]

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Toilet Training: Teaching Child To Wipe Their Own Bottom & Milestones

How often have you heard your child yelling “Mum! Dad! I’m done!” from the toilet? Wouldn’t it be nice if they could wipe their own bottoms? Wait, what age is that again? By 4 years old, your child should be to wipe their own bottom but may need some occasional help. Of course, each child […]

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Toilet Training Milestone: Getting Started & Developmental Milestone

As a new parent, you may be concerned about whether your child is meeting their milestones, especially in the first five years of their lives. This is something that is constantly on the minds of new parents. Toilet training can be a stressful process for many parents but knowing whether or not your child is […]

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