At what age do you think a kid can properly wash themselves?
475384
I think it depends on the child, how well they are taught, and how well they listen, and how much importance they give washing....
280710
patience, patience, patience. praise, praise, praise. When I trained my boys there was some "naked time". They hated the feeling of urine running down their legs so would stop themselves from peeing after a few times. Also, with both of them we had a routine. Bathroom when they got up, any time there was a diaper change there was potty time too, again several minutes after they ate snack or meals, again before sleeping. I praised them for just trying and did not make a big deal out of setbacks. Neither of them were fully trained, though, until they were able to dress themselves. (2 1/2 yrs or so)Then when they had accidents it was up to them to peel off the wet clothes, not me. There were not too many accidents after that. Good luck.
561093
My son is 10 moths old and I'm still nursing him.  I love the bond between us.  I don't plan to take it from him any time soon. My sis has a 2 year old and weemed her at 2 on her b-day.  The more you nurse them the more the protection lasts.  I never gave my son a bottle.  Now he eats solid foods and and drinks water out of a sippy cup.  I nurse him when he wants and to go to sleep.  Just let time take it's course.  She'll let yo know when she's ready to weem.
1046795
When you're 5 or 6 I think.
76089
I don't think it is a physical age thing, but more of a maturity level. But, if they are mature enough, I would say 12/13 years old.
413066
Legally, you probably have to be 12 to stay home alone, and you probably have to be older than that (maybe 14) to count as old enough for it not to be neglect to leave a kid under 12 with you (i.e. to babysit).  But I'd say that if you start every word of your sentences with capital letters you're definitely not old enough.
1049822
Depends on the child, the living situation, and if there are friends or relatives nearby.\n\nIf a child is reliably responsible, and you live in a safe area, and there is a neighbor, friend or relative to look in on him frequently, then maybe 14, with understanding of NO friends, etc.\n\nIf you have had any trouble in the past with not listening to your rules, or there is no one to physically come check up on him, then I would say closer to 17.\n\nWhat do I base this on?  Raising 6 kids, plus "extra's", even though they were all good kids.  It's a lot easier to prevent problems than to have to do damage control later.
70584
Depends on the person.I would think 15 or 16 is old enough. Hopefully by that age, one would make responsible choices.
279944
absolutely, with out a doubt 1000000000000% yes! Can't get any clearer than that. Everyone should have personal hygiene no matter who you are and what age you are.
574444
That depends on the height of the child. All children are not made the same way. Definitely discuss this with your own pediatrician - he or she can tell you what the child should be reaching according to their medical history (premies usually catch up by 3 years of age, but not always, certain conditions will affect growth.) And don't change diet without his or her supervision.
878703
I understand that in America its pretty routine to circumcise boys because they believe that it's cleaner.  I say leave it alone and give them a leaflet telling them how to wash properly.
504907
she should wash her hair with baby shampoo,and let it air dry. NO HEAT< OR CHEMICALS, until drug therapy is at least 6 months finished.Her hair will grow back nice;she should use leave in conditioner daily.
581543
Cause she's still a bit too young to understand bladder control. Wait till she is at least 2 yrs old
785121
Yes boys can have erections from before birth \nas to when they understand that depends on the child and parents - if the child is inquisitive he will ask questions and hopefully parents will answer\n\ndo the parents want you to bath him?? \n\na nine year old should be able to wash by himself with you checking him rather than standing over him but for your own sake be careful how you touch him. \nmaybe you should clarify with the parents how much they want you to be involved ie in the bathroom or not
596943
16 I suppose. Maybe even 15. Few of my girls have done it at 15.
996752
I believe 12-15 years old.
181005
My son. But he is 2 and is in the middle of learning how to use the potty. What's your excuse? :-)