FAQs

The most opportune time to potty train a child is between twenty and thirty months. Regardless of age, watch for signs such as:

• Seeking privacy; going to a corner or under the table to poop
  • This indicates an association of privacy with bodily functions
• Effectively communicating wants and needs (either through signs or verbally) such as asking for water or snacks
  • Your child is demonstrating an ability to address her primal needs
• Recite the ABCs, 123s, or any other nursery rhyme
  •  This reflects your child’s ability to learn a skill through repetition, similar to the potty training process!

The key question is: Are YOU ready? Potty training requires a committed adult who can lead with confidence, and we’re here to support you on that journey. If you harbor any doubts and lack confidence in its success, it’s likely to be less effective, as children can pick up on the verbal and non-verbal messages you may be unintentionally sending.

If you have major life changes ahead, like a move, undergoing a medical procedure, or expecting a new baby, consider dedicating time to potty training several weeks before or after these events for the most effective results.

“Forcing” holds a negative connotation. Guiding and teaching your child is different. When and where to manage waste is a socialization process, similar to telling your child where to put trash, dirty dishes, or toys during cleanup. Requiring these actions doesn’t imply “force”; rather, it’s part of the learning and development process for your child.

Change is hard (period), and children will often show resistance to it, much like adults do. Think about dropping a child off at daycare. Initially, they may kick, scream, flop, and protest on the first day, but with time, they come to love their school and eventually run off without even saying goodbye! The potty training process can be similar, but with a confident, well-equipped caregiver, a data-driven customized plan, and a potty training expert by your side, you can keep yourself and your toddler on track and well-supported.

Remember, your child is about to embark on a life-changing journey, opening a world of independence. Isn’t something this special often met with fear, doubt, and resistance?

Do you wait for your child to go to bed? Do you wait until your child is ready to brush her teeth, leave the house, or ride a bike? Probably not. If we simply waited for children to be ready for life instead of proactively teaching them along the way, we wouldn’t get much done.

Also, if your child isn’t showing much interest in the potty, it’s probably because his diaper is working just fine for him. You’re the one doing all the work – taking off the diaper, cleaning the mess, disposing of materials, and taking out the trash. He doesn’t need to stop and think about it, so why change? The guidance stems from you, and how fortunate are you to be able to help your child unlock a whole new world of independence!? Delaying this process will only make it more difficult for you in the long run.