Potty training

Potty training: a positive start to independence

Becoming potty trained is an important milestone in your child's development. Yet for many parents and children it is an exciting and sometimes stressful process. Clean underwear every day, going to the toilet by yourself, fewer accidents. It seems so obvious, but it's not always so.

At Dryly®, we believe potty training can also be fun, relaxed and positive. With the right tools, a little structure and, above all, a lot of confidence, you'll help your child achieve independence at his or her own pace.

Find out all about toilet training here: methods, tips and smart tools like the bedwetting alarm and vibration watch.

What is potty training?

Potty training is the process by which a child learns to sense when to go to the toilet, and then independently pee or poop on a potty or toilet. For some children, this happens naturally; others need some extra guidance.

The goal of toilet training is to gain control over bladder and bowel function, and learn to trust body signals.

Effective toilet training consists of:

  • Structure - Set times to practice
  • Repetition - Scheduling toilet times several times a day
  • Patience & positive approach - No pressure, but encouragement
  • Smart tools - Such as a pee watch or pee alarm

When to start toilet training?

There is no set age at which to start, but many children are ready between the ages of 2.5 and 3.5. The important thing is to watch for signs of readiness, such as:

  • Your child indicates that the diaper is dirty
  • Your child sometimes stays dry for long periods of time
  • Your child shows interest in the toilet or potty
  • Your child understands simple commands
  • Your child can sit independently for a short time

Every child develops at their own pace. Starting early or late says nothing about the success of the training.

Daytime potty training - how to do it

Daytime potty training is often the first step. The training then revolves around recognizing urges and building a routine. You do this by:

Practical tips for daytime potty training:

  • Set fixed toilet times: e.g. after every meal or every 2 hours
  • Use a vibration watch with vibrating signal as a friendly reminder
  • Let your child flush the toilet, wash hands and pull up pants by themselves
  • Make it fun: stickers, rewards or a happy potty
  • Stay positive, even with accidents - it's all part of the game

Become potty trained at night - with the help of a bedwetting alarm

Whereas daytime training is all about conscious learning, nighttime potty training is more linked to physical development. Some children become dry on their own at night, others need extra guidance.

A bedwetting alarm is the most effective tool for this. It detects moisture and wakes your child as soon as he or she begins to urinate, teaching him or her to wake up when urged.

Combined with a daytime vibration watch, you offer your child complete and positive toilet training 24 hours a day.

Tools that make toilet training easier

Dryly® offers smart, kid-friendly solutions that really help parents and kids:

Vibration Watch (for daytime use):

  • Vibrates at set times - without sound
  • Encourages independence and routine
  • Ideal for school and on the go

Bedwetting Alarm (for nighttime):

  • Detects incipient urination
  • Awakens the child with sound + vibration
  • Helps to develop night-time toilet training

Frequently asked questions about toilet training

  1. How long does toilet training take on average?
    This varies from child to child. Some children are potty trained in a few weeks, others take months. The important thing is to stay consistent, repeat a lot and, above all, stay positive.
  2. What if my child doesn't potty train?
    Accidents are normal. If your child does not become potty-trained after the age of five, there may be functional incontinence. In that case, it's a good idea to seek additional support. Tools such as a bedwetting alarm or vibration watch can make a big difference even then.
  3. Is it bad if a child wets later than peers?
    No, every child is different. One child is potty-trained at 2.5 years old, the other not until around age four. There is no need to compare with other children - just look at the signals your child gives.
  4. What is the difference between daytime and nighttime toilet training?
    During the day, a child learns to consciously go to the toilet. At night, this is more difficult because the child is in deep sleep. Nighttime toilet training often comes later, and sometimes requires additional training with a pee alarm.

Dryly® helps you every step of potty training

We know better than anyone how important this phase is and how many questions it can raise. That is why we have developed our products on the basis of scientific insights, parent experience and child-friendly principles.

Dryly® offers your child an enjoyable, safe and effective way to potty train. We have already helped more than 50,000 children. Without coercion. Without shame. With confidence.

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