Hurray! Your little girl has ditched her diapers and there’s much rejoicing in the house. But wait a minute — is she suddenly having accidents again? Or asking to wear diapers instead of the cute ...

We thought our daughter simply hated using the toilet, but her accidents uncovered a more complicated issue. By Paul L. Underwood This story was originally published on June 6, 2019 in NYT Parenting.

"Stool toileting refusal" is quite common—here's how you can get past it. Rachel Fairbank is a freelance science writer based in Texas. When she is not writing, she can be found spending time with her ...

Just when you feel like you’ve finally gotten the baby routine down—wham! It’s time to potty train your toddler. But these tricks and tips can make the process a bit less messy. TIP #1: Make sure your ...

When you have a baby, you basically sign up for 3 to 4 years of being responsible for their poop. Newborn blowouts, diaper changes in public bathrooms, the infamous “poopsplosions” when you’re already ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Your kid is potty trained. So when do you get to stop wiping their butts? (Image: Getty Images; illustrated by Jay Sprogell) ...

An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Learning how to use the potty is a milestone for both toddlers and parents. It really does feel like you've climbed Poop Everest by the time potty ...

There is no single best time to start potty training. Many parents or caregivers find it is best to begin when their toddlers show signs of readiness. These may include asking to have diapers changed, ...

I hear frequently from parents who are trying to toilet train that the child is having some success. Namely, parents will say the child has learned how to pee on the potty, and has no wet accidents.