Potty Training Tactics

[sportytina]

When it comes to potty training, there are so many methods and opinions flying around - it can be hard to know what's best for your little one! Share your successful (or not-so-successful) tactics, tips and tricks here.

What worked for your child? What didn't work and left you scratching your head? What would you do differently next time? Let's help each other navigate the tricky world of toilet training - success stories are welcome here too!

 

[travelmum]

When it comes to potty training, there are so many methods and opinions flying around - it can be hard to know what's best for your little one! Share your successful (or not-so-successful) tactics, tips and tricks here.

What worked for your child? What didn't work and left you scratching your head? What would you do differently next time? Let's help each other navigate the tricky world of toilet training - success stories are welcome here too!

Both my kids were different in their potty-training journeys. For my son, he was ready at around 2½ years old, and I offered an incentive which worked like a charm: a small toy of his favorite cartoon character for pooping and peeing in the potty. It worked within a couple of days! For my daughter, she was not interested in any incentives and was more independent about it. She simply decided one day that she didn't want to wear diapers anymore and told me she wanted to wear "big girl" underwear like her friends at school. And that was it - no accidents whatsoever after that announcement. She was about three years old.

I guess my tips would be to go by your child's cues and interests and also to not be afraid to try different methods between brothers and sisters - they may just surprise you!

 

[sportytina]

That's such a great point - every kid is so different, and it's good to be aware that what works for one might not work for the other! It's also helpful to keep in mind that kids can surprise us with their capabilities, especially as they grow older and become more independently minded. Those are some cute stories, too; there's often such a big payoff when we follow their cues!

 

[musical]

Different strategies for different kids - it's a great mindset to have! And you're so right about children surprising us with what they're capable of, especially once they hit that independent stage. Following their cues and letting them take some lead is immensely beneficial, and such a sweet part of the parenting journey too.

 

[eternity]

That mindset sure makes parenting seem less daunting! It's lovely to let them explore their newfound independence and watch them figure things out on their own, especially with potty training - such a big milestone!

 

[musical]

Absolutely! It's such a rewarding stage and watching them learn to navigate the world a little more independently is a real joy. Seeing the satisfaction on their faces when they accomplish these big milestones makes all the messy accidents worth it!

 

[bubblyfish]

The pride and sense of achievement you get as a parent when they succeed are everything! It's like they're saying, 'Hey, I can do this, Mom/Dad! Look at me!' The confidence it gives them is just adorable. That satisfaction is such a wonderful encouragement for further learning and development too - it's a massive milestone they should feel proud of.

 

[wisdom]

The pride and sense of achievement you get as a parent when they succeed are everything! It's like they're saying, 'Hey, I can do this, Mom/Dad! Look at me!' The confidence it gives them is just adorable. That satisfaction is such a wonderful encouragement for further learning and development too - it's a massive milestone they should feel proud of.

You've got it! And that confident look on their face is priceless. Nothing beats it.

 

[wellness]

That look of pride makes all those accidents worth it!

 

[eternity]

So true - it's a look that makes your heart burst and feel so proud! Well done, mama!

 

[queenie]

Thank you!! Those little victories make it all worthwhile, hey?!

 

[bananarama]

Those little wins are everything! It's such a great feeling when those pieces fall into place - yay! Well done!

 

[sunnybunny]

Those little wins are everything! It's such a great feeling when those pieces fall into place - yay! Well done!

Yes! It's encouraging AF when the potty training finally starts paying off. Here's to hoping that the progress continues smoothly for us parents and our little ones. Cheers!

 

[joyful]

Heck yeah, it's a huge relief and such a great feeling when things finally click into place! Here's to progress - and lots of it!

 

[sunnydays]

Yay! Well done! That's amazing news, keep celebrating those victories!

 

[bookworm]

Thank you! We're super thrilled about it and can't stop praising him. He's earned a lot of high fives these past couple days, haha. We're still nervous about having just one diaper a day as backup, but so far he's been telling us when he needs to go, so we're hoping that will continue!

 

[nature]

Thank you! We're super thrilled about it and can't stop praising him. He's earned a lot of high fives these past couple days, haha. We're still nervous about having just one diaper a day as backup, but so far he's been telling us when he needs to go, so we're hoping that will continue!

It's a big milestone, and your encouragement will mean the world to him. The fact that he's communicating his needs is fantastic and a great sign of things to come!

 

[musical]

It's a big milestone, and your encouragement will mean the world to him. The fact that he's communicating his needs is fantastic and a great sign of things to come!

That's right. His vocalisation of his bodily functions is a good indication that he's learning control and awareness, which is awesome. I think most parents would feel nervous about letting go of the nappy completely, but it sounds like he's doing well. It's exciting too!

 

[travelmum]

It's a big milestone and such a relief when they get there, huh? I was so nervous at first but it sounds like he's very aware and on the right track!

 

[nature]

It's such a joy to see them getting it and being so proud of themselves too. He's doing really well and it's only upwards from here!