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Discover helpful tips and methods for potty training your child on the Go Potty blog. From choosing the right method to selecting the ideal wardrobe, we’ve got you covered! So, whether you’re a first-time parent or a seasoned pro, read on to learn more about this exciting milestone in your child’s life.
Potty Training Customs Around the World
The need to get your child potty trained at some point in their life is universal. However, the methods, timing, and cultural nuances associated with potty training vary widely across the globe. In this blog, we explore potty training customs in different countries....
Potty Training Twins and Triplets: Five Tips
Potty training is a big step in a child's journey towards independence. And when you're dealing with not one, but two or three little ones, the adventure can seem even more daunting. Don't worry, though! With a little preparation, patience, and a lot of love, you can...
When to Start Potty Training: A Brief History
When start potty training? From which age can you best start potty training? What is the average potty training age? Many parents wonder about this and scavenge the internet in search of answers. The short answer: what is considered the ‘normal’ age to start potty...
Get to Know Our Potty Training Expert: Diane Kokkeler
At Go Potty we give you general tips and tricks on potty training. But sometimes it can be helpful to get personalised potty training tips and tricks. Our potty training experts are trained in the fields of psychology, nursing, and coaching, and they are amply...
Tackling Potty Training Challenges: Why Potty Training Support is Your Secret Weapon
Ah, the journey of potty training—the triumphant milestone in a child's early years that signals their growing independence and marks a significant transition for both child and parent. It's a phase that can be filled with excitement, pride,and a few messy surprises...
7 Things Every Parent Ought to Know About Potty Training
There are quite a few misconceptions and persistent myths surrounding potty training,most of which have been perpetuated by the powerful nappy industry. At Go Potty we aim to combat them. Disposable nappies are highly polluting, and prolonged use of nappies is not...
Why a Father Figure Is Important During Potty Training
Potty training is often a task that is taken on by mothers. But as a father, your involvement is as important and brings its own unique benefits. Potty training is not really different from teaching any other skill to your child, like riding a bike. With your support...
The 5 Best Tips To Save On Nappy Costs
The cost of nappies, also known as diapers, can add up significantly over time. From newborn to toddlerhood, a child may go through thousands of nappies, resulting in a substantial expense for parents or caregivers. However, there are various ways to save money in...
Top 5 Reasons to Start Potty Training In Summer
Timing is key in potty training and the summer season brings a wave of exciting opportunities. Potty training can be done at any time of the year. But, the summer months can be a compelling time to embark on this journey. The warm weather offers unique advantages that...
Is My Child Ready for Potty Training? 8 Readiness Signs
You may be wondering when the best time is to start potty training your little one. It is not always easy to tell if your child is ready for potty training. There is no prescribed time to start. Every child develops at their own pace. While some children may be ready...
Conquering Potty Training Fears: Tips to Overcome Toilet Anxiety in Children
Step into the world of a child's imagination where the toilet becomes quite scary and intimidating to children. It's big, hard, and cold. It makes loud noises, and things disappear into it, never to be seen again. Quite mysterious! So it's common for children to have...
Break Free from Potty Training Myths: Tips Every Parent Must Know
Potty training is an adventure that every parent must embark on at some point. It's a time of both excitement and anxiety. You will watch your little one take their first steps towards independence. But beware! There are many potty training myths and misconceptions...
Hand Washing and Potty Training: Creative Ideas and Practical Tips
Teaching and encouraging your child to wash their hands properly is an important part of potty training and an important life skill. You really can't start hand washing too soon! Importance of proper hand washing in children 1. Protect themselves and others: Children...
Help! My Child Won’t Sit on Potty: A Parent’s Guide to Potty Training Resistance
So your child won’t sit on potty? You are not the only one. Potty training can be a challenging process for parents. Especially when your child refuses to sit on the potty. However, with patience, consistency, and the right strategies, your child will eventually learn...
Potty Training Transition from Home to Nursery: Tips & Tricks for Success
Congratulations, you're now a potty whisperer! You’re ecstatic as you watch your little one graduate from the final phase of potty training. You have ditched those nappies and you are so proud of your little potty training star! Now you have to get ready to send your...
Overcoming Your Child’s Poo Problems: Turn Frustration into Relief
Do you find yourself constantly worrying about your child's bowel movements? Do they struggle with constipation or withhold their poo, causing discomfort and pain? You're not alone. Poo problems such as constipation and diarrhea are common issues among young children...
Potty Training Tips for Busy Parents: How to Make it Work?
Potty training is a major milestone in your child's life, but it can be overwhelming for parents with busy schedules. Juggling work, family, and household responsibilities can leave busy parents with very little time to focus on potty training. However, with some...
Choosing the Right Potty Training Method for You and Your Child
Potty training can be an overwhelming and confusing process for parents. With so many methods available, it's hard to know which potty training method to trust and follow. In this blog, we will introduce the two main scientific methods of potty training, Brazelton's...
The Ideal Potty Training Wardrobe
Let’s face it, accidents will happen during potty training but that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared. Rushing to the potty can be a challenge, especially with clothing that gets in the way. To make potty training a smoother experience, it is important to choose...
Early Potty Training: The Key to Preventing Potty Problems
Potty training can be a challenging experience for both parents and children. However, did you know that starting potty training earlier can prevent potty problems in the long run? In this article, we'll explore the benefits of early potty training. - The Late Potty...
The Importance of Early Potty Training for a Greener Future (Saving the Planet, One Bottom at a Time)
Toilet habits for little ones can be made greener by using reusable nappies and reusable wet wipes, sustainably produced toilet paper, and early potty training to reduce disposable nappy waste. - The Environmental Impact of Disposable Nappies and Wet Wipes Every year,...
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Potty Seat
Potty training is a crucial step in a child's development, and choosing the right potty seat can make all the difference. The right potty seat can not only make the process more comfortable for your child but also increase your chances of success. Choosing the Right...
Making Green Toilet Habits for Children
Teaching children about green habits can have a significant impact on their future and the environment they will inherit. While we often focus on reducing plastic waste and conserving energy, one aspect that is often overlooked is toilet habits. By encouraging green...
Potty Training an 18-Month-Old: Overcoming Resistance and Staying Positive
Potty training an 18-month-old can be a challenging experience, especially when you come up against resistance from others, such as family members or neighbors. They may say things like:"Why are you potty training already? Children have to do so much." or "You mustn't...