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Potty Training During the Holidays

4 Steps to Potty Training During the Holidays

By Melinda Copp

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"Kids are easy to potty train when you catch them at the right minute," Jackson says. If you want to avoid accidents, you must take frequent bathroom breaks. Keep an eye on how much your child is drinking and make sure you ask if they need to go every 30 minutes to an hour. And remind them that if they need to go potty, they should let you know right away.

4. Prepare for Accidents

No matter how well your child seems to be catching on to potty training, accidents are inevitable. The best way to handle the situation is to help your child understand that accidents are OK – and to be prepared.

"Let your child know that everyone has accidents when they're learning something new," Crane says. When you're away from home, pack extra clothes and a supply of toilet paper or wipes for cleanup. Don't make a big deal out of accidents to avoid embarrassing your child when you're at a holiday party. And just to be safe, consider dressing your child in disposable training pants when you're visiting family and friends or when you're on the road.

Although it may seem like too much to handle at this time of year, with a little preparation and understanding you and your child can accomplish anything you set out to do – even potty train. When you keep a cool head and use these tips for potty training during the hustle and bustle of the holidays, your child can enter the New Year diaper-free.

Avoid Holiday Accidents

Even the most motivated little ones can easily get wrapped up in holiday excitement and forget about potty breaks. To reduce the risk of accidents, Teri Crane, who teaches potty training boot camps to parents, educators and childcare providers, offers the following tips.

1. Before entering a long line, whether you're waiting to see Santa or checking out at a store, always take a potty break even if your child says he doesn't have to go.

2. When you enter a mall or other large shopping center, stop at the directory and scope out the bathrooms. Then show your child where they are, so they can see and understand.

3. Carry disposable training pants just in case restrooms are scarce or you run into unexpected delays.


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