Is it toilet training or toilet learning? At The Independence Hub, we prioritize the concept of learning to use the toilet over traditional training methods. What do we mean by this? We don’t “train” a child to ride a bike, draw a circle, or use a spoon; instead, we...
We get asked this all the time!! The very general age many children are ready for toilet training is between 2-3 years, however at The Independence Hub, we believe that your child showing signs they are ready is more important than age. Some children may not show...
How do I start potty or toilet training? Great question! We’ve got you! Getting started can sometimes feel overwhelming but there’s actually lots parents can do before we even get to wees and poos on the toilet. First, let’s create a sense of safety by setting up...
Should I use a potty or go straight to the toilet? Decisions decisions! This really is a personal preference as you can start using either. The potty is easy to move from room to room and location to location and some children feel more secure when sitting on the...
Ok, so you are ready to take the plunge and start toilet training? Fantastic! It’s a big step but we believe in you! Hopefully you have completed some of our preparation steps to help start the process. Click here to read more about this and review your free “little...
Your child is 3? Or 4? and toilet training hasn’t happened yet? We hear this ALL the time and we know how frustrating this can be for parents. Possible reasons a 4 year old is not yet toilet trained Parents not having the time (and energy!) The child...
