DS 2.7 attempting potty training for second time.
First time was around 4 months ago- he seemed ready and asked to use big boy pants. Tried for 6 weeks (reward sticker chart and sweet and LOTS of encouragement) but he never went beyond going when asked and was able to take himself. Started getting upset so we gave up.
DS2 arrived 3 weeks ago and 3 days last DS1 decides he wants to use big boy pants, no nappies etc. As me and DH were at home constantly we thought why not so potty training was attempted. He goes to nursery 2 days and for the last 3 weeks they say he’s great- goes when prompted, actually asks to use the potty and only ever has poo accidents. At home he’s VERY hit and miss- will go if constantly reminded but still doesnt seem to recognise the feeling so often goes ‘AAAH IM WEEING’ and we miss the boat. He still sneaks off to poo and comes back and tells us after.
What would you do?! What am I doing wrong? It’s been so difficult but everyone says when they’re ready it should be fairly quick. If he wants to and says he’s ready should I just say no and force nappies on him until I think he’s ready? Or is there a loooooong period of accidents before it clicks? Been trying 3 weeks this time!