When I decided to put our Potty Training Boot Camp into action, I realized that I needed some serious help. Between working full time, taking classes, and looking after Princess, it was challenging. Since I can’t be with her 24/7, I enlisted the help of my hubby, my mom and her teachers.
Her dad wasn’t too sold on the idea at first. Our conversation went like this:
Me: “We’re gonna try something new. Just have her wear a t-shirt. You don’t have to put her in pull-ups or underwear.”
Him: “We’re gonna have a pissy couch, carpet, pissy everything!! If she goes in her underwear, there’s less clean up.”
Me: “The underwear gets in the way. Plus, I don’t have time to be doing laundry during the week.”
Him: “Where did this commando thing come from? I think it’s a dumb idea. Are you gonna clean this mess up when she goes? I’m tired and I don’t feel that great and I’m not cleaning up piss!”
He was so heated that I didn’t bother telling him that I got the idea from her BFF’s mom.
My husband was adamant about not having Princess go commando. But after a little more convincing, he finally gave in.
Once he was on board, I reached out to my mom and filled her in on the game plan. There was silence on the other end of the phone. I wasn’t sure what she was thinking, and I didn’t ask. I just gave instructions and surprisingly she complied. That was two down and one more to go.
I called her teacher and explained everything. “Princess will no longer be in pull-ups, unless it’s nap time. She has to sit on the potty every half hour, or less if she has water,” I said.
“Okay” her teacher replied.
I packed ten pairs of underwear and five outfits in case of accidents. Princess got right on the potty immediately after waking up. After her morning breakfast, she made a second trip to the throne. She made a third right before we left for daycare. When we got there, it was the same drill.
But, she ended up only having one accident later in the day, then a couple more spills with daddy and grandma. Despite those few hiccups, it was a great second day of potty boot camp. Even though it’s been an exhausting undertaking, we’ve been having fun with it. This has been a team effort, and we truly appreciate all the help.
I look forward to hearing about Princess’s progress from her daddy, grandma, and teachers each day. Some of the potty tales are so hilarious. I love seeing how excited she gets after completing the deed. I love hearing her say, “I potty mommy.” I can tell she’s proud of herself, and that makes me one proud mama.
To celebrate her potty efforts, she gets pizza for dinner!!!!
I am a big fan of giving rewards for all great achievements in children’s lives. I personally think it is a positive reinforcement for them. I am proud of you for sticking to your plan!