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Potty training setback after new sibling

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bearec2003 · 18/01/2022 15:43

Hi all,
Just looking for some tips as I know it's common for things to change when a new baby comes along.
I have a 2.5y boy who was excellent at peeing on the potty. We started at 2y with no nappies at home in the day, he took himself off without being reminded and everything seemed to be going great.
Just around the time his sister was born he was struggling with constipation and I assumed it was because he didn't want to poo on the pot and was holding it. Long story short he was back in nappies for a month. I've started with the potty again however it's now the other way round. He will take himself off for a poo in the pot but will just wee anywhere he sees fit. Even on my lap.
He has been quite jealous since his sister has arrived so again I've assumed that's why. Anyone else experience this? Any tips would be greatly appreciated!

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BunnyRuddington · 18/01/2022 21:45

I think it's pretty normal for them to regress a bit once a new sibling arrives. It's also pretty cold for potty training. I'd leave it fir now abs don't mention it. It will give you both a chance to relax a bit.

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