How do I stay on the same page with my partner/babysitter?

Does this sound familiar? You're very consistent with potty training, but your partner or babysitter does things differently. This can be confusing for your child and frustrating for you. Fortunately, there are simple ways to get on the same page.

Agree on the same words

Choose short, fixed sentences that everyone uses. For example: "Pee and poop go in the potty."

Why this works: repetition provides clarity and prevents confusion.

Make a mini-agreement for each part of the day

Decide together which moments will always be tried: after breakfast, after a nap, before playing outside.

Why this works: fixed routines provide security and ensure that no one forgets anything.

Divide the tasks

Maybe one person helps with the potty more often, while the other takes care of the spare clothes.

Why this works: everyone has a clear role, making potty training feel less chaotic.

Record agreements visually

Hang a simple list in the bathroom or kitchen with the moments and phrases.

Why this works: everyone can see at a glance what the intention is, including a babysitter or grandparents.

Briefly discuss how it went each day

End the day together with a short update: what went well, what worked less well.

Why this works: small evaluations prevent irritations and provide space to complement each other.

See yourself, your partner, and the babysitter as one team. The more consistently you work together, the faster your child will pick it up, and the less stress it will cause you.