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potty training a disabled special needs 8 year old
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CHEEKYLADY83
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My son is 8 and not potty trained yet want some ideas on how to potty train him when he cant indicate when he needs the toilet as he doesnt communicate
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Hi Cheekylady83
Scope have some advice here about potty training you may find helpful http://www.scope.org.uk/support/families/toilet-training
ERIC has a helpline providing advice and information to children, parents and health professionals on all aspects of toileting. Call 0845 370 8008 (Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm) or visit: http://www.eric.org.uk/Help
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