This document discusses whether potty training boys is harder than potty training girls. It argues that while some preparation may differ, such as deciding whether to train standing or sitting, the basic approach is the same. Common myths that boys are more stubborn or the process longer are dismissed. Boys as young as 18 months can often be ready if showing signs of imitation. The biggest advice is to teach boys to use the potty sitting down for various practical reasons like less mess and equipment needs. Consistency among caregivers is also important.

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2. Is potty training boys harder than potty training girls?
Some say "Yes", I say "No, not really."
I only add the "not really" part because potty training boys properly
requires a bit more preparation only because parents have to make a
few more decisions before beginning (which I'll discuss below). But the
basic approach is exactly the same for potty training boys and girls.
So, in spite of what you may have heard, the following "myths" are not
true:
1. Boys are more stubborn and less motivated than girls, and therefore
harder to potty train.
2. Potty training boys is a lot longer process than potty training girls.
3. Boys are less motivated and therefore less cooperative during potty
training.
4. Boys can't be potty trained until they're three.
If you believe any of the above statements, the first thing you should do
is erase them from your memory bank, because they're simply a bunch
of hooey, and if you buy into any of them, you're doing your son and
your wallet a big disservice.

3. Therefore, let me set the record straight. If your son is a normal,
healthy toddler he should be ready for potty training at about 18
months (average) although some boys are ready earlier or later -
anywhere from 12 to 27 months.
Boys who are ready for potty training will often begin to imitate their
fathers or brothers (it's as though they realize the differences in
genders) and may even start to stand at the toilet like them (even if
they have no idea what to do once there!). And once the potty training
process begins, they may also ask to use the toilet like them. If so, go
for it!
If your child wants to be like daddy or like his older brother and insists,
by all means, then let him stand! Power struggles are big no-nos in the
potty training world...
So, what is the biggest difference between potty training boys and
potty training girls? In my opinion, the only significant variance
between the two is that parents need to decide ahead of time if they'll
train their sons to urinate standing up or sitting down, so they'll know
what kind of equipment they'll need.
My advice? Teach boys to urinate and have bowel movements sitting
down. Period. (By the way, The American Academy of Pediatrics
supports this advice).

4. Here's why:
1. You'll need less equipment. You can begin training using a potty chair
only - no need for stools, urinals, and the like.
2. They'll learn "potty basics" faster. Remember, your son is learning a
brand new skill - one that requires his - and yours - complete
concentration and cooperation. So, why complicate the process by
introducing too many things at once? Once your son has learned to use
the potty, the big learning curve is over and it's relatively easy to teach
them to urinate standing up, when the time is right.
3. Potty chairs are much "friendlier" when children are sitting. Consider
this... potty chairs are low to the ground (purposefully, so toddlers can
get on and off them easily), less "dense," and have much smaller
openings than traditional toilets. Therefore, when children pee
standing up, there's likely to be a good deal of splashing. The
alternative is a urinal for peeing, and a potty chair or toilet for poop; a
toilet for both; or a potty chair for both. If you choose to use a toilet,
you'll need to make sure you have a step stool (so your son can get on
and off the toiled by himself) and should consider purchasing a seat
reducer (or else there's a better than even chance that your son may be
frightened by the large opening - a very common fear).

5. 4. You'll have less mess. Simply put, potty training boys standing up is
just plain messy, because little boys are notoriously bad aims - even
with the best of intentions - so you can expect lots of dribbling down
the potty chair, on the seat, and yes, all over the floors and walls. It just
comes with the territory.
5. Potty chairs are more flexible. One of the very best things about
potty chairs is their portability. That's right... you can load them up and
bring them with you, and your son can pee pee or poop on the fly (no
pun intended :>). Trust me, this will come in very, very handy during
your potty training journey. For whatever reason, you'll find that your
child suddenly has to pee (and I mean, "really, really bad.") at the most
inopportune times and your portable potty chair will be a Godsend.
Yes, little boys can urinate in a potty chair standing up, but you'll need
to bring lots of wipes with you!
Please also keep in mind that regardless of whether you're potty
training boys or girls, consistency is king (in fact this is one of the core
principles of our potty training system)! So, please see to it that
whichever method you use, it's reinforced by all of the other adults
who come in regular contact with your son.
This is especially true if your son is enrolled in pre-school, day care or
has a nanny or babysitter. In fact, some organizations have very specific
rules regarding potty training - especially as it relates to potty training

6. boys. Therefore, it's a good idea to check with your childcare providers
beforehand, so you're all on the same page.
Once again, I hope my advice on potty training boys has been helpful
and you'll take the time to check out my other potty training articles!
Mary E. Eule, BA, MS is a professional writer and researcher who has
spent the last three decades helping parents potty train their children
quickly, joyfully, and completely. She has written numerous potty
training articles for her own website, AskThePottyTrainer.com, and for
other online publications. She is also the developer of the BRIEFS potty
training system and author of a comprehensive e-book for parents,
"The Official BRIEFS Potty Training Guide." Visit:
[http://www.AskThePottyTrainer.com] to download her e-book,
browse her website for more free information, or sign up for her free
potty training e-course.
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