Description
Book SynopsisGiving practical solutions to a difficult topic, this work discusses setting expectations for your child according to her stage of development. The methods rely on patience, positive attention and reinforcement, good humor, and solid medical information.
Table of ContentsIntroduction.
Part I: Setting Up for Success.
Chapter 1: Launching the Potty-Training Adventure.
Chapter 2: Assembling Your Team.
Chapter 3: Using the Tools of the Trade and Dressing for Success.
Part II: It's All in the Timing.
Chapter 4: Recognizing Readiness Signs.
Chapter 5: Choosing the Right Time.
Part III: Surefire Steps for Ditching Diapers.
Chapter 6: Prepping for the Big Game.
Chapter 7: Dancing the Potty Mambo.
Chapter 8: Keeping a Good Thing Going.
Chapter 9: Training Outside the Home.
Part IV: Using Psych-Up Skills.
Chapter 10: Staying on Message.
Chapter 11: Understanding Your Trainee.
Chapter 12: Getting By with a Little Help.
Part V: Coping with Special Cases.
Chapter 13: Managing Major-League Backsliding.
Chapter 14: Dealing with Day-Slippers and Bed-Wetters.
Chapter 15: Handling a Hardcore Balker.
Chapter 16: Soiling Beyond Toddler Years.
Chapter 17: Training Children with Disabilities.
Part VI: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 18: Ten Answers from the Expert.
Chapter 19: Ten Ways to Pump Up Potty Prowess.
Chapter 20: Ten Reasons to Let Your Child Lead.
Chapter 21: Ten Woulda-Couldas If You Got Do-Overs.
Index.
