These free resources were created by potty learning expert Nurse Rebecca Mottram for parents and professionals.
Free downloads
Rebecca has created a number of free downloads for parents, carers, healthcare and childcare workers. Select a link from the list below and you will be prompted to request your download via email.
– Potty skills workbook
– Developing independence guide
– Constipation guide
– Guide for childcare providers
– Guide for parents to work in partnership with childcare
– Encouraging fluid intake guide
– Starting school when your child is using nappies
– Navigating school exclusions due to not being toilet trained
Free podcast
Learn how to potty train with Nurse Rebecca Mottram’s Go Potty Podcast. Each episode will explore a key aspect of potty training, with practical tips and expert advice that is proven to work. Fully backed by the latest research evidence base and supporting healthy child development.
Potty Learning FAQs
These Frequently Asked Questions were compiled from queries in our Facebook Group, Potty Learning Support (from Birth to Independence) and from Private Consultations with parents. Just click on the link in the question and we’ll direct you to a blog, video, podcast episode or free download which will answer it for you.
Baby Potty Learning FAQs
Is is dangerous to help a baby use the potty?
What are the benefits of Baby Pottying?
What’s the right way to change a nappy/diaper?
Should I use cloth nappies or disposable nappies?
What potty skills can I expect my child to be capable of at different ages?
How can I use Baby Signing to help with Potty Learning?
Potty Training FAQs
What are the 40 skills of Potty Training?
When should I start Potty Training?
How do I know if my child is ready to potty train?
Should I use rewards/sticker charts for Potty Training?
How can I motivate my child to Potty Train?
Is there a difference between Potty Training boys and girls?
When should I start nap/night time potty training?
What do I need to know about Potty Training twins or multiple children?
How can I make Potty Training playful?
How to Potty Train a child with a Sensory Processing Disorder?
Bladder and Bowel Health FAQs
How much water should my child drink?
How can I encourage my child to drink more water?
How to tell if my child is constipated?
What are the 16 signs of constipation in children
How can I resolve my child’s constipation?
My child has been prescribed magrocol laxatives, are they safe?
How do macrogol laxatives work?
Potty Training Problems FAQs
My child is witholding their poo – what should I do?
My child is witholding their wee – what should I do?
What do I do if my child is poo-smearing?
How to handle a poo in the bath
How to spot signs of abuse via Potty Training
Why did my child regress to pooing in their nappy after constipation?
My child is refusing to go in the potty/toilet – they choose outside or soil their pants
How can I gently break my child’s strong attachment to pooping only in their nappy?
Why does my child hide when they need to poo?
Why is my child refusing the potty/toilet?
How can I get my childcare provider on board with my potty learning?
My child is scared of the potty/toilet – what do I do?
Helpful Products
Rebecca has also created the following products which help to increase your success with potty catches, prepare your child to move on from nappies and help them develop night time dryness.
– Nappy Cloths (help children develop body awareness)
– Nappy Belt System (help parents with quick potty transfers when baby pottying)
– Split Pants (help children with quick potty transfers)
– Puddle Pads (natural mattress protection)
You can also request a private consultation to talk to us directly.