More on Potty Training

So how do you make toilet training a positive experience? First off I'm a "potty chair" mom. Toddlers love to have their own little potty. Why you may ask? First off, it is just their size. This seems a little less threatening then something that just flushes a part of yourself away. Secondly, I let the toddler dump their own potty after using it. Don't ask me why, but it is a
thrill to them. I think that it may be a control issue. Of course, they get to flush, over and over again. Oh, I almost forgot, I put the potty chair in the famly room the month before I begin potty training. This way, they get used to it before using it. We may read books with them while sitting on their little chair, or even watch TV on their own little potty chair seat. Yes, introducing the potty experience slowly and positively guarantees potty training success. On the other hand,forcing, threatening, screaming, yelling or hitting a toddler is guaranteed to result in failure. So mom, take a deep breath, block out some quality time, and let the potty training begin. Remember, effort plus prayer will bring forth positive results. Memorize the scripture, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

How have you made this a positive experience in your toddler's life? E-mail me moms. I want to know and so do other moms. Thanks for listening.

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