Potty Training Problems: Your Child Will Only Poop in a Diaper

There are all sorts of potty training problems that parents encounter when going through potty training. There are problems that happen in the beginning, the middle, the end, and even some that last all they way though potty training. This is usually one that happens right at the beginning, and is one of the easier to deal with.

If your child doesn't want to use the potty to poop, but instead wants a diaper in which to go - this is good - because it's usually a sign that the child is physically ready to be potty trained, just not completely emotionally ready. Instead of getting frustrated, praise the child for recognizing the signs of having to go number two - because that's half the battle.

What you should do if this happens to you is let the child use a diaper when they tell you they need to go. If the child has a special place like a corner or a particular room in which they go to use the diaper, encourage them to use the diaper in the bathroom.

Go with the child as they use the diaper in the bathroom. Each time the child requests the diaper, move them a little closer to going on the potty. Get them to sit on the potty with the diaper on. Then lift the lid so that the child is using the diaper still, but sitting on the potty seat. Work your way though these steps one potty at a time.

Eventually, you want to get to the point where the child is comfortable going on the potty without the diaper - sometimes you can just incorporate the removal of the diaper as another step. Or you can even cut the backs out of the diapers so that when the child goes potty, it falls through the diaper into the potty. Be sure to praise the child for each step and it should go smoothly. Don't move spots or get them to sit on the potty until they are ready and comfortable with it.

This is one of those potty training problems that is going to give you a big sense of accomplishment when you get through it. It's one of the first steps when it comes to potty training, and hopefully after it you and your toddler will cruise through potty training.