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What will your child learn in Step 4?

The big moment

Lately, you’ve been practicing a lot with the potty or the toilet. Maybe you’ve already been able to go on time most of the time. In this phase, you’ll continue practicing without a diaper during the day.

That’s a big step—for your child, but also for you as a parent. It takes trust and sometimes a little perseverance.

The first few days or weeks can be a bit of a mixed bag. Sometimes things go well, and sometimes there are still a few accidents. That’s all part of the learning process. Sometimes things go well for weeks, and then suddenly there are more accidents. Your child is very sensitive, so a rough day at school, being sick, or even a holiday like Sinterklaas can slow down the process.

Try to stay calm and stick to what you’ve already practiced. Through repetition and routine, your child will get better and better at sensing when it’s time.

In the following exercises, we’ll look together at situations that commonly arise in this step.

Tips

  • Think of this as a new step. Going completelydiaper-free means paying extra close attention and practicing, practicing, practicing.
  • Make sure you really set aside time and attention for this. Every moment with your baby is a chance to pay attention and practice. It’s great if you have a little more time and can spend a lot of time together.
  • Stay calm when accidents happen. Accidents are becoming less frequent, but your child is still learning a lot at this stage. Praise them for trying and when they succeed.
  • Keep going and hang in there. You can do this! Many kids need a few weeks to adjust. Give them lots of compliments and high fives. Just like a top team!

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What Does Your Child Learn in Step 4?
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