Lexington County Public Library: Potty Training Like A Pro

Press release from Lexington County Public Library:

March 1, 2022

It’s time to talk about that horrible “P” word — potty. When it is time for potty training, you can’t help being a little apprehensive. Even if you have previous potty training experience, you cannot predict how potty training will go this time.

So, what happens when your first try at potty training doesn’t work? You try again and sometimes again. And when you are at the end of your potty training rope, you might ask your friends on social media what they did to get their child potty trained. You will inevitably get 30 different responses ranging from “they’ll use it when they’re ready” to “when they use it give them …” You’ll see advice from all generations and from people with and without experience and by the end of it, you will no longer have the energy or inclination to even attempt potty training (at least, not for a few days).

Luckily, there’s an easier solution. Just check out the great resources found at the library. We have books and DVDs about potty training for kids. And for those parents on the run, we have audiobooks and ebooks. The great thing about using these resources instead of random suggestions on social media is that these methods are proven to work and are suggested by experts in the field — yep, there are experts in potty training.

Signs that Your Child's Ready to Ditch Diapers

• Pulling at a wet or dirty diaper
• Hiding to pee or poop
• Showing Interest in others’ use of the potty, or copying their behavior
• Having a dry diaper for a longer-than-usual time
• Awakening dry from a nap
• Telling you that they’re about to go, are going or have just gone in their diaper

Book List | Fun Potty Training Books for Kids

Book List | Resources for Parents

Want to Learn More?

• Potty Training Basics for Toddlers // Baby Center
• The Best Potty Training Tips from Experts & Parents // Parents
• How to Potty Train Your Child in Just 3 Days // Very Well Family
• Potty Training Tips: 6 Strategies Used by Daycare Teachers // Today's Parent
• Potty Training Your Special Needs Child // Wonder Baby

This press release was produced by Lexington County Public Library. The views expressed here are the author’s own.