We waited to potty train Breccan until right before he turned 3. He was ready but I was overwhelmed with the thought of taking it on. Kai is still in diapers and Breccan pees just about every 5 minutes so having access to a potty all the time made me nervous. But, with Breccan’s 3 year checkup approaching, I decided it was time. So, I listened to half an audiobook on potty training to pump me up, did the research, bought all the potty things (see below), and put a start date on my calendar.
To all you moms and dads out there who are thinking about starting/about to start: it was easier than I thought. I feel like a lot of people act like it’s a daunting punishment but in reality its exciting to help your littles master such an important life skill! We did lots of potty dances and celebrations and I have a smile on my face just thinking about those first few days. I am already planning on potty training Kai soon-ish because the thought of no more diapers is amazing! YOU CAN DO THIS!
xo, Jenna
1. Baby Bjorn Potty
If you want to buy a “little Potty” this is the one. Its sturdy and easy to clean. We have a bunch of friends who have used it and love it. We had planned on using it but after bringing it home and sitting on it once, B told us it wouldn’t work because his “butt cheeks don’t fit.” Homeboy gets it from his Dad.
2. Toilet Seat with Built-in Potty Seat
Since the small potty was out of the question for us, we opted to put these toilet seats on our toilets and I’m so glad we did. They are discrete and we don’t have to clean out a little potty a dozen times a day. They are easy to install and come in different colors and sizes to match your toilet.
3. Squatty Potty
The credit on this one goes to my husband. He’s all about the Squatty Potty. I tease him about it but in all reality it has made for a great step stool for Breccan. It’s the perfect height (it comes in a couple sizes), and can be pushed back to hug the toilet when you’re not using it.
4. Car Potty Set
Little bladders and public restrooms make me anxious. Especially with another little (who likes to touch and lick everything) in tow. This travel potty stays in our car and is worth every penny. It comes with bags and wipes and saves us from many public restrooms.
5. Portable Potty Seat
This fun little toilet seat topper is in my purse at all times (#momlife). It’s perfect when traveling and when you have to brave public restrooms. It sits on top of the toilet seat making it smaller so they can comfortably sit on it.
6. Piddle Pad
This is in B’s carseat just in case he has an accident. So far he hasn’t but never say never.
7. Potty Books
I bought a couple fun books to give B on the day we started potty training. We spent a lot of time in the bathroom those first few days and having new relevant books to read was exciting and fun for him.
Thank you for all the suggestions! I’ve been thinking about potty training Evan who is almost 2, he seems ready, but the process has seemed daunting to me. But he already tells me when he’s going to poop…so I think we’ll begin soon. And, I think he’ll be excited actually. This is helpful! We used books as prep for his first dentist visit recently and it definitely helped. He did so well. So, I appreciate the book recommendations too.
You’re welcome, mama! Evan sounds ready! You’ve got this! <3