Our Neck of the Woods

Potty training, separation anxiety, oh my! But, mommy still needs to take a shower, eat lunch and drink a jug of coffee ( preferably, not in that order). I would most definitely prefer coffee, then food, then shower. Like my kids really care if I stink. On to our main topics. The potty training tales began almost a month ago. I decided to go with the cold turkey, barracade yourself in the house approach. Yay, it worked! A few things that I recommend: be prepared for them to have TONS of accidents the first day (maybe two). It helped to fill a diaper caddy/basket with vinegar water bottle, flushable wipes, extra undies, rags, and treats. We went straight from diapers to undies and the first two days he was learning what it felt like to not go in a diaper. Timer every 20/30 mins, treat and sticker and a big hurrah. By the third day he knew what it felt like, but still couldn't quite hold it long enough to always make it in time. By the fourth day he was telling me and making it. He did start out very excited and quickly got tired of having to leave his toys behind to sit on the jon. Yes, I'm guilty of letting him watch the Planes trailer a million times to lure him

to sit. But, mostly it just took some distraction and extra hugs. I am happy to say we made it. He is doing fantastic. Some funny things I never thought I'd hear in my house. "momma, count it, one two, three poo poos!" Oh the joys!