Excerpt taken from The No-Cry Potty Training Solution
Many parents share custody of their children, which presents a unique problem when it comes to potty training.
It's best to discuss potty training and agree on a strategy before you start.
Both parents need to be informed about potty training and have the necessary potty training products / aids.
The more consistent things are in both places, the easier this will be for your little one.
If possible, it's great if you could both read the same potty training books or articles about toilet training.
Decide on an approach and jot down the important points.
Buy two identical potty chairs and keep them in the same place in both homes, such as next to the adult toilet.
Purchase duplicate sets of training pants or underwear to be kept at both homes.
If you are going to use potty charts or potty books, have two of the same, and if you reward with prizes, stickers, or treats, do so at both places.
Of course, there are times when two parents do not communicate or agree on issues such as this.
In that case be certain that the experience is pleasant and consistent in your home, and be patient.
Children are remarkably resilient, and your child will master toilet training even if both situations aren't perfectly aligned.
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