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What are the Potty Training differences for Boys and Girls?
Read more: What are the Potty Training differences for Boys and Girls?Is it quicker to potty train girls or boys? Is it easier to potty train boys or girls? Do you need to approach potty training differently for girls and boys? There are so many myths about potty training and we’re here to help you to unpack them and approach this milestone in a way that…
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Learning potty skills for children with sensory issues
Read more: Learning potty skills for children with sensory issuesWe experience life through our five senses and our brains process a massive amount of sensory information every day. For neurodivergent children (with sensory processing or autistic spectrum disorders) who cannot filter out some of the sensory information they receive, potty learning can be an overwhelming experience. So what should parents know to support children…
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How prepared is your child to stop using nappies?
Read more: How prepared is your child to stop using nappies?Have you noticed the difference good preparation makes when it comes to transitioning your child from one activity to another? There are fewer tantrums and more co-operation. Good preparation is also at the heart of ensuring a good transition between nappies and no nappies and helps you and your child work in partnership when potty…
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The most unhelpful thing to say when potty training
Read more: The most unhelpful thing to say when potty trainingHow many times have you said “do you need to pee?” only to be told “NO!”, even though you know the answer is really a yes? When you get a ‘no’, where does this leave you? What can you do to avoid this trap and help teach your child about consent along the way?
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What having a puppy taught me about potty training
Read more: What having a puppy taught me about potty trainingI’m sure many people would find comparing their child to a dog somewhat strange, but their needs are not so different when it comes to toilet training. So why do we approach the two so differently?
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When is the right time to start night time potty training?
Read more: When is the right time to start night time potty training?This is such a frequent question asked in my group Potty Learning Support (from birth to independence). Let’s break down the myths and limiting beliefs that you might have encountered surrounding night time potty training so you can make the right decision for your family.
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Child sex abuse and potty training: what every parent needs to know
Read more: Child sex abuse and potty training: what every parent needs to knowWe understand that child sex abuse may be difficult or triggering for parents to think about but we feel it important to cover this topic. If your child is being sexually abused it may show through their emotions or behaviour, especially when potty training. So what are the more common signs and what can you…
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Potty training your neurodivergent child: 10 tips for success
Read more: Potty training your neurodivergent child: 10 tips for successWhat’s the best way to approach potty training a neurodivergent child (with developmental delay, learning disabilities or autistic spectrum disorders?) What about children who struggle to communicate or are non-verbal? Should you use a different process or follow mainstream potty training approaches? This blog explores the answers to these important questions.
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How to potty train twins or multiples
Read more: How to potty train twins or multiplesWhat is the best way to approach potty training twins or multiples? Should you potty train them together or separately? This post will give you the tools that you need to decide which approach is best for you and your family.
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Potty training without the sticker charts
Read more: Potty training without the sticker chartsShould you use rewards such as sweets or sticker charts whilst potty training your child? Here’s why external motivators aren’t as helpful as you might think.