A shriek came from the kids’ bedroom cutting through post-dinner conversation with friends over empanada crumbles and long-cold cups of tea. You see, we’re knee-deep in nighttime potty training territory. Good thing our friends just graduated this chapter of parenting. They totally understood when I shot up like a bullet from my chair to attend…
How to Potty Train at 18 Months
Ready, set, potty! Learn how to get your child out of diapers early with this easy potty training routine that’s worked for both of my children. *Post updated March 2016 Before you get started, be sure to read these posts: Potty Training Tools for Success Preparing Your Toddler for Potty Training Training Pants Best Fit…
Potty Training Tools for Success
Potty training doesn’t have to be stressful. If you’ve already prepared your toddler for potty training you’re well on your way. Round up these handy tools and you’re all set for potty training success! Source Before you begin potty training, gather these essential tools: Small potty or potty chair insert for the toilet. Here’s what…
Preparing Your Toddler for Potty Training // Mommy-Brain Mixer
It’s true, our 18 month-old is potty trained. She rarely has accidents, and keeps her little pink Dora panties dry all day long. She wears thick training pants and plastic covers for naps and cloth diapers at night, but let me tell you that having a fuss-free day with no bulky diaper bag to tote…
Training Pants Best Fit Guide
Getting a good fit for your toddler’s training pants is crucial. Too tight at the waist means the child won’t be able to slide them off quickly. Too big means your munchkin resembles your friendly neighborhood plumber. Achieving a comfortably secure fit isn’t always as easy as it sounds. Trust me, we’ve got 4 brands…
Potty Training Initiation Day // Mommy-Brain Mixer
Today Summer Elizabeth and I spend most of the day retreating to her new potty every 15 minutes for day #1 of potty training. It was draining. Pardon the pun. Armed with information gathered online, and holding tightly to this insightful potty training guide, we went at it full force and made some progress, I…
