
To start the process and make the transition easier, we've switched to Pampers Easy Ups training pants. Easy Ups are designed to help the diaper-to-underwear transition by allowing potty-training toddlers to set aside their diapers and wear something with more of an underwear-like look and feel that still helps contain accidental messes no matter whether they happen at home, on-the-go or overnight.
My boys meanwhile went crazy over the fact that Thomas the Tank Engine is on the boys version of Easy Ups as it's one of their favorite programs. They especially love dancing to the theme song.
I also found that Easy Ups are quicker for parents to put on their wiggly and busy toddlers than traditional diapers.
In order to further prepare, we are working on "potty learning." We have been encouraging the boys to start pulling down their own pants and diapers by themselves, which Logan is doing in the photo on the left. We have also been working on getting them to better communicate to us when they have poop in their diapers. Ben has this down, but Logan just ignores my question all together, lol.
Another great tool has been reading potty books to them each night. We like: Once Upon a Potty and Caillou: No More Diapers.
Outfit your home for potty training! We bought two of these Summer Infant Lil' Loo Potties in different colors. We put them wherever the boys are and bribe them with marshmallows for sitting on the potty. We also bring it with us when we travel and in the trunk of the car for when we're on-the-go.
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Pampers Easy Ups Giveaway:
- Pack of Pampers Easy Ups
- Little Looster Step Stool
- Potty Ring
- Book "It's You and Me against the Pee... and Poop too!"
- $50 AMEX gift card.
Disclaimer: This review and giveaway was made possible by Double Duty Divas and Pampers. I was compensated for my participation in this campaign, but all opinions are 100% mine.
Use stickers as rewards.
ReplyDeleteBe as patient as possible and I find using a reward system works well.
ReplyDeleteMy best Potty training tip is to use a child's potty training chair that sits on the floor. This makes it easier for child and they will not be so intimidated by the big people's toilet! I know it really helped me when training my daughter.
ReplyDeleteMy tip is to be patient and praise your child for using his potty
ReplyDeleteMy tip is to wait until the child is ready. Starting too soon just becomes frustrating for the parent and the toddler.
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Use a good reward system that works for your child. My son always liked M&M's.
ReplyDeleteIs to just be patient!!! I find myself getting frustrated trying to potty train my twin daughters - not good!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteMy best tip is to be persistent. Some kids take longer than others.
ReplyDeleteMost experts advise buying a child-size potty, which your toddler can feel is her own and which will also feel more secure to her than a full-size toilet.
ReplyDeleteIf your child has a favorite doll or stuffed animal, try using it for potty demonstrations. Most children enjoy watching their favorite toy go through the motions, and may learn more this way than from you telling them what to do.
Get your daughter focused on the benefits of being potty trained by taking her on a special errand: Buying panties. Let her know that she gets to choose whatever kind she wants. (Underwear featuring a favorite movie character or bright design is usually a big hit.)
One of the most important things you'll need to teach your daughter is how to wipe properly. Explain that she needs to make sure she moves the toilet paper from front to back, especially when she has a bowel movement, to avoid getting an infection.
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Try to make it as fun as possible
ReplyDeleteMy tip is to train during the warmer months so its easier for them with less clothing and patience.
ReplyDeleteI use to set the kitchen timer to make sure every 30-40 minutes I took mine to potty to keep up with it. Always had a treat or sticker as well
ReplyDeletemake sure you always encourage your child.. and reward them when they do go to the potty.
ReplyDeleteMy best Potty training tip is to use older siblings as role models
ReplyDeleteMy best tip is when they do a good job reward them, make it fun. Also be really supportive.
ReplyDeleteMy best advice is to praise the successes and overlook the other.
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We jusy go about once an hour and try, and then remind, and give hugs and kisses for trying and success.
ReplyDeleteBe consistent and use rewards.
ReplyDeleteuse a potty that the child is comfortable using and likes to motivate them
ReplyDeleteI recommend lots of praise for successes and patience for accidents.
ReplyDeleteMy best tip is to have a good reward system set in place to keep your child motivated!
ReplyDeleteMy tip is to have patience and to make the whole experience fun and inviting for the child.
ReplyDeleteWait until your child is ready.
ReplyDeleteWe put a basket of books next to the potty chair and we would read stories as he would sit on the potty! He loved potty time!
ReplyDeleteNo kids, so no advice. Patience is good.
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Our tip includes using some kind of incentive program like candy or stickers to encourage pottying.
ReplyDeleteUse a reward system for the child as an incentive.
ReplyDeleteMy mother told me to put the little potty chair in the kitchen where I was at most of the time. I thought that was disgusting. I struggled to potty train my first son. I tried it with the 2nd one and he trained in a week. Rosanne rosans4@comcast.net
ReplyDeletestay consistent but be patient
ReplyDeleteMy tip is to be patient and not freak out when they have an accident.
ReplyDeleteAlways carry clean clothes and reward them
ReplyDeleteMy tip is to expect accidents even after they seem to get it. And use positive reinforcement rather than punishment.
ReplyDeleteI don't have kids, so I really don't have a tip. I would assume that being patient is key!
ReplyDeleteMy biggest advice is to be patient. Every kid is different. Different things work with different kids. I read so many different books and articles giving tips. Don't give up. You'll get there eventually. Just keep trying! Julie smartsavvymama@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI started by having him sit on the potty and read books to him, it helped him relax
ReplyDeleteWhen I trained my boys , I threw cheerios in the toilet so they had something to sink..it was like a game to them and it worked
ReplyDeleteMy advice is to be patient and reward them with stickers when they use the potty
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My biggest tip is to not get frustrated. Kids can sense the frustration and it makes it harder for them.
ReplyDeleteDon't compare your child to other kids too much. Not everyone is ready at the same time.
ReplyDeleteMy tip is to use a reward system as well as be patient with the process.
ReplyDeleteThanks for having this giveaway! What a nice prize pack.
A rewards system always works really well.
ReplyDeleteI think every child is different, so different methods will work for different kids. We have done sticker charts and rewards.
ReplyDeleteHave patience when potty training and realize that all children are different so take cue form the child as to whether or not they are ready.
ReplyDeleteCreate a few fun potty games.
ReplyDeleteWhen we were potty training our son, my hubby got our son matching “manly-man” underwear, they would spend Saturday mornings, lounging in their t-shirts/undies, watching cartoons. My son would also follow him into the bathroom. We had him trained in no time, thanks to the father/son bonding time.
ReplyDeletePatience is important and making sure your child is ready. I like to use positive measures to reinforce the behavior as stickers or a weekly prize. rene chartier (joan)
ReplyDeleteMy advice is to have patience and offer rewards when they go!
ReplyDeleteJust relax and remember that each child is different - it's not a race.
ReplyDeleteMy best tip is to make sure you and your child are relaxed when they go to the potty. They are more eager to use it when there is no stress.
ReplyDeleteLaurie Emerson
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My best piece of advice is to wait until the child is ready to initiate potty training. If you push them before they are ready, you may both wind up very frustrated!
ReplyDeleteMaureen
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great share
ReplyDeleteThese are all excellent tips; potty training can be such a stressful time, both for parents and children! When it comes to potty training, its time to ease your “baby” into a very huge change. Sometimes you can be a little bit abrupt, and sometimes its better to take your time.
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