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The most important step when potty-training a child is to determine when they're ready. According to experts, a child is usually ready when they begin to tell you when they've soiled a diaper or starts to show an interest when a parent is using the bathroom. Some kids will actually ask to use the toilet. Another sign is if a child begins to wake up dry after a nap or in the morning; this indicates that he is physically capable of holding his urine and can begin to learn how to control it.
ConsumerReports.org doesn't test or rate potty chairs, but they do provide general buying advice and shopping tips, in addition to an alphabetical list of major manufacturers in an October 2007 article on potty training products.
The Mayo Clinic posts a comprehensive online guide called "Potty Training: How to Get the Job Done," which describes how to know when your child is ready to begin potty training, followed by advice on following through. Most importantly, they note that parents should know when to give up: If a child doesn't seem to be getting the idea or is very resistant to potty training, it's wise to give up for a few months and then try again.
An article on MormonChic.com provides advice on potty training, including a description of several potty-training methods frequently used by parents and a list of common signs that indicate your child may be ready to begin potty training.
The Parents.com article "Your Potty Training Handbook: Expert Tips and Real-Parent Advice" offers insight into how to tell when your child is ready to begin potty training as well as stories and advice from real families.
iVillage.com's article "10 Real-Mom Ways to Toilet Train" discusses 10 parent-tested techniques for toilet-training children.
Another iVillage.com article, "Which Potty Training Device Should You Use?", includes features to look for and advice on using potty chairs throughout the training process.
BabyCenter.com posts a buying guide for potty training, providing tips on what products help toddlers adapt to potty training more quickly.
Manufacturers' websites are an excellent source for finding specific product details:
Mommy's Helper, Inc. (Cushie Tushie)
PU Digital (Flip-n-Flush)
