I have been planning this dreaded step in parenthood for a few months now. I kept saying when school started -- when I would have a little more time to devote to Ellie and do it all the way, not part way and give up. So last week was the week. I made plans to make NO plans. :) My sister referred me to an online book she downloaded...and since I didn't really know what I was doing I decided I better read it. It's called 3 Day Potty Training. I HIGHLY recommend it for those of you dreading it as much as I did or struggling with the system you're working with now. It worked wonders!! We started on Tuesday and she was a pro by Wednesday -- 1 day! It took her only a few accidents by the time she figured out how things worked. Around dinner time on our first day I was downstairs and I heard her calling from upstairs "I did it all myself!". I ran upstairs and found her sitting on the potty and just finished going poop! I was SO excited, I can't even tell you! Since then she has gone poop everytime in the potty and has had maybe 2 minor pee accidents. No accidents at nap time, bed time, or errands. She tells me every time she has to go. I'm amazed how easy it was! I was nervous the day I started and asked myself why I was getting myself into trouble, but I am so glad I did it. Now it's time to get her a big girl bed. :)
Friday, September 19, 2008
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Yea! Way to go for both of you. I'm glad you get a little break before you are changing diapers again. :)
That is fabulous!! Once you get past the whole first month or so (the whole rushing to the toilet at the drop of a hat thing) it sure is heaven isn't it:) I hope to get Adree done sometime with in 6 months after the baby is born! That would put her right at 2 yrs so we will see. Patton potty trained him self so I hope she is just as easy:)
Okay, I'm jealous. Nathan is not interested in potty training. at. all. Will have to check out that book!
WAHOO!!! I am so excited for you. I have to laugh at the "little" things that make Moms happy. I have potty trained two kids and am totally dreading doing it again on the next one.
Congrats! I am impressed at how fast it worked for you! Being potty trained is sooooo great! Arden still has an accident every once in a while, but does a great job 99% of the time.
That is the cutest picture. Potty training isn't my thing either. It sure makes your life a lot easier huh? Congrats.
Yeah! Freedom! I'm glad you jumped into it and it's over...hopefully :)
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