Page 25 - Baby Society Magazine Issue 32

GET THE RIGHT EQUIPMENT
The prospect of a full size toilet is daunting for most kids, but the little ‘floor potties’ aren’t practical for many parents. The best solution is a hybrid one, which is also portable for when you travel.
A toilet seat that goes over a standard toilet—like the Pöti, from bblüv—is perfect. Your child can sit without fear of falling and the built in handles and non-slip pads provide that little bit of extra security. It has the advantage of being portable so if you’re travelling with your little one during potty training, they will have a familiar ‘seat’ to sit on, wherever you are.
To make sure that your little one can get to the seat on their own, add a step stool, like the Stëp foldable and portable step stool. Your little kid will feel like a big kid, ready to tackle potty training and hand washing, with this sturdy, easy to bring along stool.
GET ON A POTTY SCHEDULE
Get your child in the habit of using the toilet at specific times: after eating, for example. If they use it every day at roughly the same time, their bodies will adapt and eventually, they’ll start to recognize the signs that they need to go well before it’s too late!
For this, you need to enlist the support of anyone who cares for your child: family members, daycare workers, and babysitters. They need to be on the same page, for consistency.
DON’T DESPAIR IF THEY REGRESS
It’s normal. Most kids will learn to stay dry during the day in about 3 to 6 months; some take less, many take more. Stress, life changes (new daycare, new school, new sibling) or other family events can cause a short term regression. Don’t worry about it! If you are stressed about it, your child will be stressed about it and start having accidents. Instead of worrying, keep calm and potty on!
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