How do I stay patient?

Potty training sometimes takes longer than you thought. Accidents and resistance can be frustrating. Yet your peace of mind helps your child the most.

In this section, you'll get exactly what you need to get started right away, step by step.

Breathe and count to three

Take a short break if you feel irritation.

Why this works: you react more calmly and prevent anger.

Remind yourself: this is temporary

See it as a phase, just like learning to walk.

Why this works: putting things into perspective reduces stress.

Celebrate small steps

Acknowledge every success, no matter how small.

Why this works: this keeps you and your child motivated.

Seek support

Discuss your frustrations with your partner, friend, or parent group.

Why this works: Sharing lightens the load and sparks new ideas.

Turn accidents into a 'mini-reset': clean up, put on clean pants, and move on.