“From diapers to the potty: in complete serenity.”
Potty training is a significant stage in a child's development. To prevent this moment from becoming a source of stress, turn it into a game!
Making potty training fun: tips and ideas
Potty training can be exciting and stressful for both you and your child. While no magic formula guarantees an overnight transition from canapés to potty training, a few playful tricks can help make this period less dramatic.
1. Prepare your child
Before even thinking about the potty, familiarize your toddler with using the toilet. Let him :
- Choose a special toilet seat or a decorated potty.
- Learn to flush the toilet “like a grown-up.”
- Discover books or videos on the subject of potty training.
For fun, why not use your colourful The Poodie toilet paper packaging to make little shapes or animals? This creative workshop will awaken his curiosity and build his confidence.
2. Set up a sticker chart
Stickers are a real motivational treasure trove for children. Create a chart or poster together:
- Every successful trip to the potty = 1 sticker (and a big well done!).
- When they do it themselves, reward even more or offer a little surprise after a certain number of stickers.
The goal? Turn every bit of progress into a celebration, and boost your child's self-esteem.
3. Have fun washing your hands
After the “potty” stage, it's time for the “soap” stage. To make it even more fun
- Create a hand-washing poster to hang near the sink.
- Blow bubbles (or use foaming soap) to encourage a wash of at least 20 seconds.
It's both a bonding moment and an essential lesson in hygiene.
4. Set up a “potty reading” corner
Keep a few unique books handy in the bathroom. Short stories with characters your child likes can help your child relax and associate going to the potty with a pleasant moment.
5. Play with colors
A few drops of food colouring in the bowl can turn potty time into a little science experiment!
- Ask your child to choose the colour.
- Watch together to see if the colour changes as they pee.
It's a great way to add a touch of wonder to an everyday activity.
6. Choose safe, gentle products
Remember that this discovery phase should be as healthy as possible. Choosing bamboo toilet paper, like The Poodie, guaranteed dye-free, fragrance-free, and BPA-free, ensures your child's comfort and safety. Packaging printed with soy ink is also a plus for the planet.
Don't worry if potty training isn't going well on some days. The best way to motivate your child is to make it fun and involve them. With patience, creative tricks, and the right products, you can turn this period into a bonding time and share pride. Good luck on the road to independence!
Conclusion
Potty training can become a game and a source of pride for your child. With some creativity, you can transform this stage into a moment of complicity.
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