Potty training has a long, long history — the first babies on the planet were potty trained. In that long history, a lot of myths have sprung up, although many of the most prevalent seem to be modern creations. The most five common myths are debunked in the following table:
| Myth | Reality |
|---|---|
| Put your baby (12–18 months) on the potty and she’ll learn what’s up. | The potty bowl may serve as a receptacle, but your child doesn’t understand what’s going on, so she won’t make true toileting a habit. |
| You’re the only person in the world who thinks that forcing potty training is a bad idea. | You’re not alone. Some folks may tell you to push or punish, but most doctors and child development experts say no. Waiting until your child is ready is much more successful. |
| Your child’s life is ruined if you mess up his potty training. | Unless you’re brutal or hardhearted, your child will survive just fine. But do keep the process low-key and let your child lead the way. |
| Potty training is always a time of conflict for you and your toddler. | Not true! It can be a time of closeness and harmony with your trainee trying her best and you cheering her along. |
| Professional caregivers are experienced potty-trainers, so let them train your child. | Most childcare centers have a one-size-fits-all approach that works for cooperative kids but flops with tykes who are hyper, balky, ditzy, or otherwise quirky. |
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Source:http://www.dummies.com/how-to/content/five-pottytraining-myths.html
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