Potty Training Essentials

There are many options when it comes to potty training.  Here is a little advice on things you may need or want when potty training your child.

Potty Books for Children: Children learn a lot through books.  They like to learn by example.  Try reading a book about the potty to your child to help them understand what is going on in their body and what other people do.  It will help ease the anxiety that comes along with potty training.  They can also use it when they go potty.  Here are some good potty books.   Potty Seats vs Potty Chair Potty Seat:  The potty seat attaches to the top of the toilet.   PROS It is small and portable There is no clean up mess, no dumping Your child learns how to use the actual toilet  CONS Child legs dangle off of the toilet. Getting on and off can be difficult. Seat can only be used in the bathroom. Potty Chair:  A potty that is specially made to fit your child.  PROS    Potty can be used in any room. Easy to get on and off Child can sit with feet firmly on the ground  CONS May not fit in small bathrooms Has to be emptied and cleaned Have to transition child from chair to actual toilet