Archive for June 12th, 2010

Potty training in one day

After months of flak from Bryan, I decided to get serious about potty training Olivia.

Ava was fully trained at two years and three months (after one horrible week in which we decided to do away with pull-ups cold turkey).

Olivia is two and a half, and so it seems she should be ready. I’m not so sure, but I do know that her father is certainly ready on her behalf.

Last night, I did a bit of research on the one day training methods for older kids. The plan is pretty simple—set a timer to go off at regular intervals, ditch the diaper and load up on salty snacks and sugary beverages.

Nine hours later, behold the trained toddler.

Olivia seemed excited this morning, selecting Cinderella underwear and settling down with a tanker of orange juice. I set the timer for 20 minutes, and watched her promptly pee on the floor.

We’re on to Elmo underwear. I’d say it’s going well so far.