Starting nursery or school is one of the biggest milestones in a young child’s life – and there’s plenty for parents to think about before the big day arrives. Uniforms need to be bought, school shoes found and lunchboxes prepared, but there’s another important milestone many families are working towards over the summer: potty training.
For parents, the pressure to have a child confidently out of nappies before they start nursery or school can feel overwhelming. However, toilet training is a process, and children develop these skills at different rates. Giving them plenty of opportunities to practise can help build confidence and independence without turning it into a source of stress.
Helping children build toilet confidence
The summer holidays can be a useful time to practise potty training, particularly because families are often out and about more than usual. From trips to the park and days out to visits to family and friends, children can gradually become accustomed to using a potty or toilet in different surroundings.
Having a familiar potty with you can also make things feel less daunting, particularly for children who are still getting used to using unfamiliar toilets.
Potette offers a range of portable potty training solutions designed to help families continue their routines at home and when they’re out and about.
A potty that grows with your child
The Potette Plus 2-in-1 can be used as both a standalone potty and a toilet training seat, allowing children to practise moving from potty to toilet as they become more confident.
For families still working on toilet training during the summer, its portable design means parents can take it along on days out, while a carry bag makes it easier to transport.
The Potette Plus can be used with lightly scented, leak-proof disposable liners (RRP £10.99) or a collapsible reusable liner (RRP £14.99), giving parents options depending on their needs.
Supporting the next stage of potty training
The Potette Max 3-in-1 comes with a reusable hard liner and splash guard and can also be used as either a standalone potty or toilet training seat.
Rubberised feet help keep the potty stable during use, while its adaptable design means children can continue practising as their confidence develops.
For families who are constantly on the move, the Fold ‘N’ Go Potty (RRP £14.99) is designed for quick and easy use when you’re away from home. It folds flat to around 1cm and pops open in seconds, making it easy to keep in a changing bag or car for holidays, days out and family adventures.
Keep potty training positive
While being confident with the toilet can certainly make the transition to nursery or school easier, there is no need to turn potty training into a race.
Children learn at different speeds, and accidents are a normal part of the process. Offering encouragement, keeping routines consistent and giving children opportunities to practise in different environments can all help them become more independent.
With the right preparation – and a little patience – the summer holidays can be a great opportunity for children to develop their toilet skills at their own pace, helping them feel more confident as they prepare to start their exciting new chapter.
