In the previous episode, Rebecca explained why body awareness is crucial for potty training. This episode provides six simple yet effective strategies to help your child develop this vital skill in preparation for stopping using nappies. 

These strategies will help your child connect their body's signals with what is happening in their nappy and understand how to respond. Remember, fostering independence is a gradual process. Just like teaching your child to feed themselves, walk, and communicate, preparing them for potty training involves taking it step by step.

Every child develops at their own pace, but most will be capable of complete independence in toileting by the age of five. 

At the time of recording this episode, we recommended that you purchase Rebecca’s podcast companion guide for more comprehensive support. This will be available until January 2026, at which point Rebecca's second book Positively Potty will replace it as the best available potty training resource.
Buy the podcast companion guide: https://littlebunnybear.etsy.com/uk/listing/1729632960/potty-training-guide
Buy Positively Potty: https://rebeccamottram.com/books/

About the host:

Rebecca Mottram is an NHS children’s nurse, Doctoral Research Fellow and independent researcher with a special interest in potty training. Rebecca is the author of The Baby Pottying Guide, Positively Potty and is the founder of the Little Bunny Bear shop on Etsy. Rebecca was the potty training advisor to ERIC (the children’s bladder and bowel charity) between 2019-2024 and Rebecca became the potty training advisor for Pura in 2025. Rebecca has also been featured on Channel 5, the BBC, Women's Hour and My First 5 Years as a potty learning expert.

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