Potty Training Twins

Potty training twins sounds like double trouble to most parents. While it can be twice the challenge of potty training a single child, it most definitely can be done successfully.

The Most Important Aspect of Potty Training Twins
As every parent of twins knows, your children are two distinctly different people. Approach potty training with each child individually. It's entirely possible for one twin to be ready to potty train before the other. Typically, one will be ready and begin potty training and the other will follow closely behind. It may be easier to have both potty training at the same time, but it boils down to the readiness of each child.

Individual Success
Each child wants to be recognized for her successes so if you use a sticker chart or other reinforcement system, be sure each child has her own. It may be hard, but be sure not to compare them. Pointing out to Janey that Suzie used the potty better than she did today will only build resentment and resistance.

Buying Double
When you're potty training twins, you'll need supplies for each child. Let each one pick out her favorite underwear, potty chair and any other supplies you've decided to use. The use of a potty chair is almost a necessity with twins because it never fails there will be times when both need to go at the same time.

Backsliding
Regression is normal in all potty training children. Potty training twins is no exception. It can be very difficult to deal with two children in regression at the same time, or to have one making stellar progress and the other regressing badly. Patience and gentle persistence are the keys to success. If the regression persists, it may be necessary to have a doctor check for external factors such as an undiagnosed urinary tract infection.

The challenge of potty training twins will be well worth it when you end up with two children finally free of diapers.

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