Episode #15: Potty Training: When to Start, What to Say, and How to Support Language
Description
Potty training can feel like a big transition for any family—but when your little one isn’t talking much yet, it can feel even trickier. The good news? Words aren’t required for potty training success!
In this episode, we’re sharing:
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Why you don’t need to wait for your child to talk before starting potty training
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5 ways to prepare your child before transitioning out of diapers
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Communication strategies that work even if your child isn’t using words yet
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How to use signs, pictures, and routines to make the process easier
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Our personal experiences with potty training and what worked for our kids
Potty training is really potty learning—it’s a skill that takes time! But with the right strategies in place, you can help your child navigate this milestone with less frustration and more confidence.
Resources Mentioned:
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Songs+Stories Membership – Includes a potty training storytime and engaging videos to support early communication: weetalkers.com/songsandstories
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Talk Toddler Course – A step-by-step guide to helping your child communicate more: weetalkers.com/talktoddler
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Potty Training Book Recommendations – Find them linked in our Amazon storefront or Bookshop.org
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Free Toddler Milestone Checklist – Know what’s coming next in your child’s development
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Connect with us on instagram @weetalkers
You know your child best, and no matter how this process unfolds, you’re doing an amazing job. If this episode was helpful, we’d love for you to subscribe and share it with a friend who’s navigating potty training too. Thanks for spending this time with us!
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