Help and advice

Toilet training can be a stressful time and children with developmental delay will generally take longer to learn a toileting routine. Parents can feel pressured into getting their child out of nappies in time for the start of playgroup or school. It is important however, to only begin toilet training when your child is developmentally ready. Then there should be a co-ordinated approach between everyone involved with your child.

Assisting a child with toileting can cause back strain. Read our tips on reducing back strain for parents and carers.

When considering equipment for the toilet, an individual assessment with an occupational therapist may be appropriate. Your child's safety is very important and there may be individual factors which determine what equipment best suits your child's needs. The information on this site is not a substitute for individual assessment.

The equipment listed here may be provided by your local authority, depending on their eligibility criteria. If your child is eligible, the equipment will be provided on a long-term loan basis. Alternatively, you may be eligible for a direct payment from your local authority to purchase something suitable.