Introduction to Potty Chair

• While a potty chair can seem an innocuous item, to a just-starting-potty-training child it can be quite intimidating. To ensure that your child doesn't become fearful of this new addition, introduce him to it carefully. Present the potty to your child, tell him that it is for a big boy and, since he is a big boy, he is ready to use it. With this introduction, he will likely be more eager to put this tool to use.
  
  

Parent Model

• Don't just tell your child how to use the potty, instead, allow him to see first hand. Pair the child with the same-sex parent, and send them into the bathroom. Allow the child to watch as the same sex parent models toilet use. As your child sees his esteemed parent completing this task, he will likely be more eager to act like this parent and put the potty to good use.
  
  

Potty Training Dolls

• Give your child a partner in potty training in the form of a doll. Select a stuffed animal or baby doll to use as this potty-training-pal. When you first start talking about potty training, set the doll on the potty seat and act out the potty process, pretending that this doll is using the facility. Encourage your child to do as the doll did, using the potty properly. This is especially useful if you have a doll that urinates. You can use the doll to show your child how they should use the potty.
  
  

Potty Success Chart

• Use a chart to track your child's potty training success, and encourage him to keep up with the practice. Use a standard sticker chart, giving your child a sticker if he urinates and two each time he has a bowel movement. Tell your child that once he fills up the chart he can have a special treat, like a trip to his favorite restaurant or the opportunity to pick out a toy at the toy store.