Let's Go Potty

Let's Go Potty is dedicated to supporting families and anyone working with young children with every stage of the potty training journey from nappies to pants.

Potty training tips

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Potty training: Communication is the key to success

Your words build their world. An ERIC potty training expert was invited by BBC Tiny Happy People to share practical tips and advice on introducing your child to toilet training.
Natalie Lansdown
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Preparation

There are few things you can do with your child so you all feel ready for potty training
Pick a potty

Take your child shopping and let them choose their own potty
Be consistent

Children are reassured by hearing consistent messages and thrive on a routine.
Use easy clothing

Choosing easy to wear clothing will help to take away some of the stress of potty training.
Give lots of praise

Get your child motivated by planning a reward system to catch their interest.
Check for constipation

If your child is constipated they may struggle to potty train
Get into a routine

Children thrive on having a routine - potty training is no different!
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How praise and rewards can help motivate children to get clean and dry

Praise and rewards are a brilliant way to help your child make as smooth a transition as possible from nappies to pants.
Drink plenty

Make sure your child is having 6-8 water based drinks a day to help keep their bowel and bladder healthy.

Guides to children's bowel and bladder problems

Resources and leaflets to help with potty training, daytime wetting, bedwetting and bowel problems.
Top 10 potty training tips

Top 10 potty training tips from the experts in toileting. Use these tips to successfully teach your child to use the potty.
How to treat constipation

Childhood constipation is treatable. The earlier it’s recognised, the easier it is to treat. Find out how laxatives, diet, toilet routine & anal irrigation help.
Bowel problems: FAQs

Answers to common questions about children's bowel problems covering constipation, faecal soiling, laxative treatment and children with additional needs.
Children who will only poo in a nappy and other toilet avoiders

Insisting on wearing a nappy to poo is normal for kids who are potty training, but some would happily poo in a nappy for years. Break the habit with these tips.
A Parent's Guide to Disimpaction

If your child has been constipated for more than a few days your doctor or nurse may recommend a disimpaction regime. This means giving laxatives in sufficiently large quantities to ‘clear out’ all the accumulated poo. Read our Parent's Guide to Disimpaction.
Helpline support

Call ERIC's helpline on freephone: 0808 169 9949
Treating bedwetting

Watch our bedwetting animation and find out how to treat and manage this common childhood condition.
Causes of daytime wetting

Daytime wetting has several potential causes. It’s important to know the reason why wee accidents are happening in order to properly treat the child.
Children's Continence Pathway

Discover what help is available for children and teens with bowel and bladder conditions.