I don't think DD is ready, what do you think?

[InTheZenGarden]

DD is 2.11, we have been using the potty and loo trainer seat for a few days. I had her in pull-up nappies, today put her in proper knickers.

If I put her on the potty or loo, she will always do a bit of a wee, and is very enthusiastic about doing it! If I ask her if she wants to go, she always says yes, even if she clearly doesn't really need to go.

But twice today she has wet herself - this is not the problem, it's the fact that she doesn't seem to realise she has done it. I will ask her if she needs the loo, she says yes, and when we pull her trousers down, I realise they are wet.

My gut feeling is that she is not ready yet, and if I persevere, she will be having regular accidents.

What do you think? Thanks :)

Signs to see if your LO is ready for PT.

You don't need to tick them all off, but you do want some independence and understanding.

Physical signs:
Is coordinated enough to walk, and even run, steadily.
Urinates a fair amount at one time.
Has regular, well-formed bowel movements at relatively predictable times.
Has "dry" periods of at least three or four hours, which shows that his bladder muscles are developed enough to hold urine.

Behavioral signs
Can sit down quietly in one position for two to five minutes.
Can pull his pants up and down.
Dislikes the feeling of wearing a wet or dirty diaper.
Shows interest in others' bathroom habits (wants to watch you go to the bathroom or wear underwear).
Gives a physical or verbal sign when he's having a bowel movement such as grunting, squatting, or telling you.
Demonstrates a desire for independence.
Takes pride in his accomplishments.
Isn't resistant to learning to use the toilet.
Is in a generally cooperative stage, not a negative or contrary one.

Cognitive signs
Can follow simple instructions, such as "go get the toy."
Understands the value of putting things where they belong.
Has words for urine and stool.
Understands the physical signals that mean he has to go and can tell you before it happens or even hold it until he has time to get to the potty.

HTH

Thanks, that's really helpful

She ticks loads of those off the list, but I can't honestly say she is upset/concerned if she is wet or dirty. And I'm not convinced she can tell me if she needs to wee.