Potting Training 101 - Updated 4/9/07

Here is an update on the Potty Training. When we started potty training Ella she showed all the signs of being ready. She had dry diapers overnight, she initiated going on the toilet. She was doing well for a time, but then started consistently having accidents. I really was getting frustrated. We made the decision to back off a lot. Because the accidents were becoming very negative for everyone. Everything I have read and heard said that it should not be a negative experience to potty train if they are truly ready. We made the decision to put Ella back in diapers. Making this decision has been a positive thing. She is perfectly content to go in her diaper. We will revisit again when she is 2 1/2 years. I don't feel regret for trying so early, nor do I regret putting her back in diapers. She'll get it!