Life changes can be difficult for an adult, so they’re even more difficult for a toddler. When changes occur during a child’s life, often their way of dealing with it is to go back to a time when they were taken care of and didn’t have to take control of things like their bodily functions. (more…)

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…)

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…)

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…)

Free standing potty  chairs aren’t the only option for potty training. You can’t lug them around with you, and once you start, it’s important to have your child use the potty consistently. And, potty training shouldn’t make you a prisoner in your own home. Another type of toilet training device is a separate seat that fits over the regular toilet seat making it easier for your child to sit on the big potty. (more…)