Why is my child having accidents again after potty training?
Understand setbacks and respond without shame or pressure.
Accidents can return during a move, the start of child care, illness, or another major change. They do not mean your child has lost everything they learned.
You can try
- Notice what changed recently and respond to accidents calmly, without punishment or labels.
- Bring back simple supports: easy clothing, clear bathroom access, and reminders at predictable times.
- Coordinate a similar response with other caregivers and celebrate telling or trying, not only the result.
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