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Last Updated: Jul 2nd, 2008 - 21:15:22 |
(NAPSI)-From teething to the teen years, there are many challenges parents face when raising a child, but moms and dads can easily turn stress into smiles with one simple thing-a sense of humor.
Potty training is one such milestone that takes patience and commitment, but a little creativity can help make the process fun and memorable for both you and your child.
Congratulations!
You've decided that it's time to teach your little one how to use the potty and the proper way to clean up in the bathroom.
A natural first step is to talk with your child about the rewards of going on the potty: becoming a big boy or girl, no more diaper changing and diaper rash.
Using toys and props can also make children feel more at ease, like the new Little Mommy Real Loving Baby Gotta Go doll from Mattel, especially created to make potty training fun and engaging for both parents and children.
In fact, The Little Mommy brand's parenting pros have offered many other tips on how to prepare for potty training in a way that's fun, memorable and, most importantly, successful.
Sing Their Praises
• Throughout the potty-training process, remember to encourage your child along the way with special rewards and positive feedback.
• Accolades can be as simple as a hug or high five or as elaborate as a special trip to the park or a purchase of a favorite toy.
• Make sure your children always know just how proud you are of them and they will be excited and eager to receive another round of praise from mommy or daddy.
Celebrate The Big And Little Milestones!
• Major accomplishments are fantastic, but don't forget to celebrate the little steps your children take to reach their potty-training goal.
• Whether it's knowing when it's time to go potty or flushing the toilet and washing their hands, take time to celebrate every milestone with your children.
Practice With Potty Props
• Make the experience fun and engaging for your child by using a doll or action figure to demonstrate and play out the potty and cleanup process together. Just like a real toddler, the Little Mommy Real Loving Baby Gotta Go doll has realistic, nurturing play elements and goes both "No. 1" (and "No. 2!") on her very own small potty (with no mess, of course).
The doll can flush, knows to wash her hands and includes a complete bathroom area where girls can help their doll learn to go potty and clean up afterward, teaching about proper hygiene in an engaging way.
Commit To The Program With A Sense Of Humor
• Know that potty training is an important commitment but don't treat it as a serious or somber task. Be lighthearted and remember that children have "potty humor" and often laugh at potty moments. For example, the Real Loving Baby Gotta Go doll says funny phrases like "Bye-bye, poo poo" and sings songs that will make your child giggle.
• Refrain from associating potty time with negative words like "gross" or "dirty" so your child does not feel ashamed. Speak matter-of-factly, and use words that make your child feel comfortable, like "pee-pee" or "poopy."
No matter what stage of life your child may be in, look for ways to turn a "lesson" into "laughter" and your child will have fun and learn faster, making your life a whole lot easier!
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