Potty Training at Daycare?

Welcome back to our Potty Training Toddlers Newsletter, proudly brought to you by the admins of our popular Facebook Group and developed in collaboration with amazing experts in the potty-training adventure!

This week, the topic is focused on 'Potty Training at Daycare'. Trust us, you are not in this alone. In the U.S., there are millions of children between the ages 2 & 4 in daycare (potty-training age). Imagine how many caregivers are going through the same journey as you, at this moment.

Potty training is a big milestone, but what happens when your little one is also at daycare? Don't worry—with a bit of teamwork, you can ensure the process is just as smooth away from home. 

Here's how to make it a successful collaboration!

Give away information can be found at the end of the newsletter, Good Luck!

Communicate with the Daycare Staff:

Be sure to share your potty plan with your child's caregivers. Let them know your child's typical schedule, the specific words or cues you use, and whether your child prefers a small potty chair or a toilet. Don’t be afraid to ask for suggestions for success, they have experience with reaching this goal.

Pack Plenty of Supplies:

Send your child to daycare well-prepared. Pack extra clothes, labeled training pants, and wipes. If your daycare allows it, you can also send a small, familiar potty from home to help with consistency. If not, this is where you let them know your child’s preference to use a small potty or a big potty. There is nothing wrong with asking questions, will they allow you to bring a potty seat from home?

Maintain Consistency:

Make sure to use the same words, routines, and positive reinforcement methods at home and daycare. This consistency helps prevent confusion and reinforces the new habits. If you have a reward system, then send your child with the reward or let the daycare know that you use a “treasure box” or “prize wheel” so your child knows that when they do good at daycare, a reward will be waiting for them at home.

Trust Your Providers:

Daycare staff are experienced professionals who have guided many children through this process. Ask about their potty-training approach and how you can work together as a team to support your child's progress. After your plan is agreed upon, trust the daycare to do their part, so that you can focus on your part at home.

💡 Pro-Tip: The Potty Communication Notebook or Folder.

Create a "potty notebook" or “folder” that travels between home and daycare to track successes and accidents. This helps both you and the caregivers stay informed about your child's progress. 

We have included a free printable ‘Communication Log’. 

We hope this information is helping you gain confidence and knowledge while working with your little ones. Stay tuned for our next newsletter!

Thank you for joining us! - the Admins of the popular Facebook Group: Potty-Training Toddlers - Real Tips from Real Parents.

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