I hear frequently from parents who are trying to toilet train that the child is having some success. Namely, parents will say the child has learned how to pee on the potty, and has no wet accidents.

We thought our daughter simply hated using the toilet, but her accidents uncovered a more complicated issue. By Paul L. Underwood This story was originally published on June 6, 2019 in NYT Parenting.

"I once squatted next to the highway in sub-zero temperatures during a snowstorm, blocking my three-year-old son so he could pee because he swore he couldn't wait another second. We got back in and he ...

Trying to potty-train a child who isn't ready or has no interest just causes a lot of frustration. Instead, look for readiness signs (and get yourself ready, too). If your child is complaining about ...

Potty training might be the most intimidating milestone a parent faces in those early years. But with so many families spending extra time at home this summer, this could be the moment many of us have ...

"Stool toileting refusal" is quite common—here's how you can get past it. Rachel Fairbank is a freelance science writer based in Texas. When she is not writing, she can be found spending time with her ...

There is no single best time to start potty training. Many parents or caregivers find it is best to begin when their toddlers show signs of readiness. These may include asking to have diapers changed, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Your kid is potty trained. So when do you get to stop wiping their butts? (Image: Getty Images; illustrated by Jay Sprogell) ...