How did you know your child was ready?

[curiousgeorgie]

My DD is 23 months and I'm thinking of potty training her... While its still relatively okay weather and house not too cold to run around naked in.

How do I know if she is ready?

[Ruthchan]

The normal signs are things such as:
An interest in the potty and toilet
An ability to communicate such needs
A reasonable dry gap between wees
Hiding when doing a poo, as this shows self awareness in such areas

Does she show any of these signs?

[Ruthchan]

Of course, she doesn't need to be naked, but being bottomless does help many children in the beginning. She can wear a top to help keep her warm.

[Dramajustfollowsme]

My dd has been interested in the loo and what's happening for weeks. In fact has a tantrum because i wont let her wipe my bottom. She takes herself off behind the curtain whilst having a poo and says oh oh if she has a wee when naked for the bath. She is only 16 months though. Surely that is too young to start potty training.