EP15: Set yourself up for successful Potty Training and other toilet training Pro Tips with Paediatric Continence Physio | Growing Parents
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Potty Training Pro Tips with Paediatric Continence Physio Elisa Donath
Welcome back, Growing Parents community! On this episode, we're diving into the wonderful world of toilet training with the incredible paediatric continence physio, Elisa Donath. She's here to share expert advice, stats, and practical suggestions to make potty training a breeze for you and your little ones.
🚽 When to Start Toilet Training: Discover the perfect time to begin toilet training, considering both age and developmental milestones.
🏠 Setting the Scene - First Steps: Elisa guides you through the essential groundwork, from language and open-door policies to role-playing and diet adjustments.
🎯 Expectation Management: Get tips on setting realistic expectations and understanding the unique pace of your child's toilet training journey.
🧩 Methods and Programs of Toilet Training: Explore various effective methods and programs to find the one that suits your family best.
🚽 Equipment Required: Learn about the essential gear you'll need to set up for successful toilet training.
💦 Managing 'Accidents', Activities, and Childcare: Elisa offers insights on how to handle accidents gracefully, maintain activities, and work with childcare providers during this phase.
🤷♂️ Complications and Common Issues: Unravel solutions for common challenges like constipation, withholding, toilet refusal, and more.
⏹️ When to Stop Toilet Training: Learn when to hit pause if necessary and how to proceed with sensitivity.
🌙 Night Time Training and Bedwetting: Get tips for transitioning to night time dryness and when bedwetting might require extra attention.
💡 When to Seek Help with Continence: Recognise when it's time to seek professional support and how to navigate this process.
After reaching out to our parent community these were your top asked questions:
🔎 When to Start Toilet Training: Find the best time to begin your potty training adventure.
🚽 What Do I Need for Toilet Training: Discover the essential items to have for smooth toilet training.
🚾 What Potty Should I Get or Should I Use the Toilet?: Understand the options and considerations for choosing the right potty.
🚽 How to Toilet Train: Get practical steps and expert advice on how to approach toilet training.
💦 How to Manage Accidents: Find strategies for handling accidents with ease and understanding.
🚽 How to Get Child to Poo in Toilet: Elisa shares insights into helping children make the transition.
🚽 How to Navigate Constipation and Toilet Training: Explore solutions for overcoming constipation-related challenges during toilet training.
🚫 Should I Stop Toilet Training: Understand when it might be appropriate to pause toilet training efforts.
🧑🏫 How to Get Childcare On Board with Toilet Training: Tips for collaborating with childcare providers during the process.
Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is general in nature and not intended to replace personalized advice or medical decisions. Always seek professional guidance for your family's specific needs.
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Happy listening, Growing Parents! 🌱🎧
Connect with Elisa Donath on her website: https://www.continence4kids.com.au/
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