Potty training – advice and tips for parents
Potty training is a learning experience for everyone involved. While it’s an entirely new skill for your toddlers to master, it’s likely the first time you’ve had to teach them how to do something that comes naturally to you. It’s therefore understandable to seek support and advice on this topic yourself.
In this article we’ll look at some essential potty training advice to help parents get started, alongside tips for those whose little ones are well on the way to becoming potty champions.
At Baby Soft®, we know a thing or two about the importance of a fresh feeling and satisfying softness. While strong, quality dry and moist toilet tissue can assist with potty training, we also realise there’s much more to it.
Our experts provide potty training advice you can trust - offering practical insights and tips to guide and support you through your child’s potty training journey. From songs and videos, we want to support and encourage you and your child in this journey.
Potty training advice for parents
- When to start potty training – is your child ready?
Has your child started telling you when they need the bathroom? Then they might be ready to begin potty training. Discover the key signs to look for, so you know when the time is right to start potty training.
- How to start potty training
There are many tips and tricks to help your little one start using a potty with confidence. Make use of our potty training to help both parents and toddlers to map progress.
- Potty training problems
Learning to use the potty and toilet is a process requiring both patience and encouragement. Navigate the challenges of toilet training toddlers and solve common problems along the way. - How to teach children to wipe
Girls and boys need to understand when, how, and why they must wipe for that clean feeling. Get them wiping with ease by using our guide. - Going out and travelling while potty training
Disruptions and unfamiliar settings can put your child off from using a potty and hamper any progress they’ve made. Use these tips and tricks to keep the training going when out and about. - Potty training songs and videos
Songs and videos are fantastic potty training resources to support your child as they start their toilet adventure. Explore some fun and encouraging media as you both begin potty training.
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These potty training resources should make potty training a little easier for you and your little one:
- Potty training chart
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A great way to encourage toilet use is through rewards. Download and print this Baby Soft® potty training reward chart, stick it up in your bathroom, and work towards those poo-poo and pee-pee goals.
- Is your child ready? – Take the quiz
Unsure if your youngster is ready to start potty training? Find out in a fast and fun way by taking this quiz– covering key signs that the time is right.
