Training a toddler for the potty is one of those developmental milestones that most parents eagerly anticipate. A lot of parents found potty training a bit frustrating, but it doesn't have to be that way. Here are some tips on how to successfully potty train toddler so both you and your baby will enjoy the experience.

You should start by evaluating your baby's readiness. Not all babies show readiness at the same time - some babies are ready for potty training by 18 months old while others are not until they are close to 3 years old. Keep in mind not to pressure your baby to do it until he shows some interest. There's no use in forcing potty training to an uninterested baby - it will just make the experience undesirable. If you are concerned that your toddler is not yet showing any interest in using the toilet, you can help your child develop his interest by talking to him about it.

Prepare your baby for the activity by allowing him to come to the bathroom when you go. Doing so will help your baby understand what's going on in there. You don't have to be graphic when explaining to your toddler, just talk to him what toilets are for and what happens everytime you go to the toilet. It is important for them to understand that there is a place to go to and a specific thing to use whenever they want to poop or pee.

Buy 3 or 4 cheap plastic molded potties and put them around the house. Let your baby run around the house naked from the waist down, then place him matter-of-factly every 10 minutes or so. Do not ask permission but do not force it - if he wants to get up, let him. Gently remind him that 'big boys' like him do use a potty every day.

It is important that you find a perfect time to potty train your toddler. You should only start when your child is in a good mood and there's not much distraction in the room. If you have a resistant toddler, don't make a big deal out of it. Be cool; your priority should always be to make the experience as enjoyable and fun as possible for both of you.

When 'accidents' do happen, don't get angry and scold your toddler. It's part of the job. Some babies become potty-trained after two days, some take months. Remember that all children develop change differently. Remember that every kid is different, and you should not pressure yourself if your baby still does not show interest when you feel he should. A baby’s age does not dictate his readiness for potty training.

Most importantly, you should invest in a child-sized potty chair to potty train your baby effectively. Most babies feel anxious about using a grown-up toilet because some may feel fear of falling into it while others do not like the sound of water flushing. Make sure that the potty chair is high enough for your baby to place his feet firmly on the ground to eliminate the fear of falling. It goes without saying that your baby will feel interested in the activity if the fear factor is zeroed out.