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By: The Dana Files » Bits and Pieces of Bloggy Stuff

The Dana Files » Bits and Pieces of Bloggy Stuff — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 13:04:45 +0000

[...] Dawson is officially potty-trained. I started the training boot camp at the end of December and you may remember my frustrations. January was rough. He had a few accidents. February was better, he still wore a pull-up for [...]

By: mom2amara

mom2amara — Mon, 31 Dec 2007 15:02:51 +0000

Girl, I just knew in my heart of hearts that Amara would be the kindergartener still in pull ups because I couldn’t get her to potty train.

But I was wrong. And you know that Dawson will be going in the toilet before you know it.

I actually *miss* carrying a diaper bag.

I know it feels like you can’t go anywhere but honestly, it’s been a year and half since Amara’s been potty trained and unfortunately, we still have accidents. It’s just a part of childhood.

You are a terrific mom! You and Dawson will be OK

By: Amber

Amber — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 21:34:55 +0000

For three and a half years, we have tried and failed. And finally something -I don’t know what - clicked this week and she has gone three days with no accidents. And I am weeping tears of joy for my Christmas miracle….

By: Jean

Jean — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 20:44:38 +0000

Long time lurker here…figures I’d come out on assvice for potty training.
It sounds like you’re doing a great job. Persitance is really the key, if things do get too frustrating for both of you ease off for a week or so.
I’m sure you’ve read to set a timer for 30 minutes or so from the last pee. This works sometimes. Every kid is different.
I say keep persisting but also don’t over do it by making him go every 5 minutes.
You’ll just be amazed when the light bulb comes on and he just gets it.
Good Luck! I’ve really enjoyed your blog.

By: Elizabeth

Elizabeth — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 20:07:30 +0000

When we decided to potty train Ryan, we took it very slowly step by step. I put a dry erase calendar on the wall of the bathroom, and at first, all I did was give him a gold star sticker on the calendar for simply agreeing to sit on the potty. Then, I took a big jar and filled it with Hershey’s kisses. Every time he sat and tried to go, he got one. Then, he got one every time any amount of pee went in the potty.

He stayed in PullUps at night for a LONG time, like until he was almost four. I didn’t see a nighttime or nap time PullUp as a step backward, I saw it as a way for him to be able to relax and sleep.

We didn’t use a regular “potty chair” on the floor, we had one that fit on the toilet seat with little steps to climb up and handles. When Nathan started expressing interest, we used the same one for him. He had a much easier time staying dry at night than Ryan did.

Feel free to message or call me anytime if you want some support!

By: mammacheryl

mammacheryl — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 19:44:26 +0000

I think you are a great mommy. I have no advice for you, though… I will, however, be watching for what other people tell you because I hope to start training with Ben this next year.