Sturdy- The chair must be able to be climbed on, be stood on, and be sat on without tipping over. Collection Device- The best waste collector is large and easily removed to avoid spilling. Arm Rests- These should generally be avoided since they allow the chair to tip. Removable Seats- Potties with removable seats that adapt to a regular commode are nice for transitioning … [Read more...] about Eight Tips on Buying a Potty Chair
Toilet Training
How to potty train your child in one day
A lot of attention has been given to the potty training in a day method. It is appealing to many parents since it appears to be easy and not drawn out. Supporters of this method contend that if a child is ready to be trained, it is less confusing if you spend an entire day on the process. The method that is usually described is very specific. The training is supposed … [Read more...] about How to potty train your child in one day
21 Potty Training Tips
Potty training experts are everywhere. Whether family, friends, or books are providing you advice, realize there are different approaches that can be tried. An approach that works for one child may not work for another. Others can provide advice, but most likely you know what approach will work best for your child. There are several helpful guidelines (tips) that can … [Read more...] about 21 Potty Training Tips
Nine reasons to delay toilet training
Child development specialists often recommend parents to not attempt potty training when there are disruptive factors in the child’s life. Situations like divorce, new siblings, strange environments, and family death are examples they provide that are not conducive to a “healthy environment to potty train.” Children that are distracted or disturbed by surrounding … [Read more...] about Nine reasons to delay toilet training
Top tips to prepare your child for toilet training (even though it may be months away)
Parents are not always good at assessing when their child is emotionally ready to begin the potty training process. Some children may be able and willing to potty train, but they do not always verbally express this to the parents. If a child speaks or acts in ways that indicate she would like to use the potty then she is most likely ready to try. Just because children … [Read more...] about Top tips to prepare your child for toilet training (even though it may be months away)