Although a number of commercial products can make life easier, the only must-have item for potty training is a potty.
In days gone by, a simple pot or bowl sufficed for everyone, but the added comfort and appealing colors of commercial brands enhance toddlers' motivation.
Two basic types of commercial potties are available...
Children always respond to praise. If you want your child to perform a particular task, give them a hug, kiss, or word of encouragement, and she will likely do what you ask.
Potty training can be greatly improved if your child is rewarded for using the potty.
However, be cautious when rewarding a young child when they use the potty because she may not yet be ready or able to go on command .
Therefore, she may become frustrated when trying to potty but is unable.
If she is unable to use the potty and does not receive a reward, then she might feel disappointed or punished for something that is beyond her control...
Being dressed to promote easy potty moves goes a long way toward making your kiddo hunker down and become a top cadet. Here, we look at the right kind of clothes and potty training pants for a toddler success story.
Your little one must be a wizard with her pants, and be able to pull them down easily and quickly. Oversized shorts and pants with elastic waistbands are perfect.
In warm weather, dress her only in loose training pants , with no extra set of pants over them. Think footloose and fancy-free...
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