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Here are some toddler potty training ideas and thoughts that fall into that general miscellaneous category. While they might not be part of a specific strategy, many will be a good fit for you and your toddler. In here is a plethora of information! (more…)
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Girls just have to sit on the potty to pee or poop. Boys need to sit for pooping, but most will stand when peeing. Because of this small biological difference, encouraging and helping your boy child use the potty can actually be an easier task! (more…)
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NOTE: If you will be potty training on the road, be sure to read our review of the Potette Portable Potty Seat.
If you need to leave home for an extended period of time for any reason, know that traveling makes potty training much more challenging. While you shouldn’t schedule any long vacations during your expected training period, sometimes things come up and you must travel. (more…)
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Nighttime potty training is more difficult because it depends on your toddler’s ability to hold the urine for an extended period of time and how deeply s/he sleeps. The urge to go may be difficult for them to notice when sleeping, so getting up in the middle of the night may not happen for them. (more…)
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Developing good hygiene habits during a toddler’s potty training process is critical. The business of “doing your business” can be a messy proposition – especially with toddlers. Good hygiene consists of much more than just washing hands. (more…)
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Praising words can serve many functions for your toddler during potty training. It can boost their self-esteem, raise their confidence, and be a huge motivator for them. It can also promote an atmosphere of comfort for them. (more…)
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Some people don’t agree with rewards when it comes to children. They feel like they shouldn’t be given a treat for performing a task that they should be performing anyway. However, it has been proven that using some type of a reward system will help reinforce behavior and bring about desired results. (more…)
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Your first goal during your toddler’s potty training is to help your child stay dry through the daytime hours. Nighttime dryness will come a little later since they won’t be in control of their bodily functions while they’re sleeping. (more…)
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Bowel control is often achieved before bladder control. Parents can usually tell when a bowel movement, or BM, is about to happen. When they suspect a BM is imminent, they can bring their child to the potty to see if the toddler is able to relieve themselves there. However, potty training is a very individual process, and some toddlers may achieve bladder control before bowel control. Ultimately, you’ll find what works best for your child. (more…)
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The first step in the potty training process for your toddler is developing their control of their bladder. This is a challenging process, because accidents will happen and they always involve pee! (more…)
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