Podcast: Potty training

This is a 20 minute listen.

ERIC Nurse Sunni and Helpline Advisor Louise answer your questions and offer information on how to potty train your child, as well as looking at some of the common issues that occur when you begin potty training for the first time.

How to get started with potty training

Learning how to use the potty independently and stopping wearing nappies is a big milestone for your child. There are lots of new and exciting skills for them to learn with your help.

To make this process easier for you both, follow our evidence-based 3 step Let's Go Potty approach.

It begins with preparation to use the potty, next is practising potty skills before eventually stopping using nappies as your child gains confidence.

Listen in for answers to commonly asked questions about how to potty train including:

• The best age for potty training and when to start
• Tips for supporting children with additional needs
• The equipment you will need
• Removing night time nappies
• Common potty training problems and challenges