Personalized potty training, without the consultant price tag.

You can check in at any time, as often or as infrequently as you want. We recommend checking in daily or weekly at the beginning of potty training and then as needed after that.

Bottell uses information about your child and your preferences to create a unique potty training plan. Information about your child consists of:

Child's first name

Child's sex (or can choose to not say)

Child's date of birth

Any general information you want to provide about your child, such as likes, dislikes, personality, family structure, etc.

Signs of potty training readiness

Potty training history

Daily routine

You can also choose to include as little or as much information about your child in your potty training check-ins. The more information you provide, the more Bottell can tailor its recommendations.

Your data is safe and secure. Your data will never be sold or used for anything other than improving the product.

Potty training, though rewarding, often comes with its set of challenges. Bottell can help you navigate these challenges. Explain any difficulties during the check-ins and ask for advice to specific questions. Here are some common potty training issues that Bottell can help with:

Resistance or Fear: Some children might be afraid of the toilet or simply resist the change from diapers. This can be due to a past uncomfortable experience or just the unfamiliarity of the process.

Regression: Even after successfully using the potty for a while, some children might revert to having accidents. This can happen due to changes in their environment, like a new sibling or starting school.

Nighttime Wetting: Daytime control often precedes nighttime control. Some children might continue to wet the bed even after being potty trained during the day.

Constipation: The fear of using the potty, or holding it in, can sometimes lead to constipation. It's essential to ensure a diet rich in fiber and to encourage regular bathroom breaks.

Over-Excitement: In some cases, children get so engrossed in play that they forget to go to the bathroom in time.

It's crucial to remember that every child is unique. Patience, understanding, and a flexible approach, like the one offered by Bottell, can help navigate these challenges effectively.

Understanding and adapting potty training to a child's personality can make the transition smoother for both parents and children. Bottell can create a plan that's tailor-made to your child's personality, interests, and challenges. Here are some considerations based on different personality types:

The Independent Child

Considerations: These children may want to do everything by themselves. While this independence is commendable, it can sometimes lead to frustration if they can't manage something on their own.

Tips: Provide tools that foster independence, like step stools or easy-to-remove clothing. Also, allow them to make choices, like which underwear to wear, but be ready to step in with encouragement and assistance when needed.

The Sensitive Child

Considerations: They might get upset over accidents or changes in routine and can become easily overwhelmed by the new sensations associated with potty training.

Tips: Ensure the environment is calm and comforting. Use gentle encouragement and avoid showing frustration. Consider reading books or stories about potty training to make them familiar with the concept.

The Assertive Child

Considerations: This child wants to be in control and might resist potty training just because it's what you want, not necessarily what they want.

Tips: Turn potty training into a game or challenge. Allow them to take the lead in the process. Instead of instructing, try asking if they feel like using the potty.

The Observant Child

Considerations: They watch and absorb everything around them but might be hesitant to try until they've fully understood the concept.

Tips: Allow them to watch older siblings or explain the process with demonstrations. They might benefit from watching children's shows or reading books that address potty training.

The Easy-going Child

Considerations: They might not show strong resistance or eagerness. They're okay with the flow but might not take the initiative.

Tips: Introduce the idea and provide opportunities, but don't force a schedule. They'll likely come around when they're ready.

The Energetic Child

Considerations: They're always on the move, and taking a break to use the potty might seem like an unnecessary interruption.

Tips: Make potty breaks fun and engaging. Consider using a timer or a fun song as a cue. Also, set up a routine to ensure they take regular breaks.

The Shy or Timid Child

Considerations: New experiences can be daunting. They might feel embarrassed or scared to use the potty.

Tips: Provide lots of privacy and assurance. Start with a potty chair in their room or play area before transitioning to the regular toilet.

In all cases, patience, understanding, and positive reinforcement are key. By recognizing and adapting to their personalities, parents can provide a supportive and effective potty training environment.

The Child-Oriented Approach: This is a slow and steady approach championed by renowned pediatrician T. Berry Brazelton. It emphasizes waiting until signs of readiness are observed in the child. It's a low-pressure, highly flexible method, aimed at making the child feel comfortable and in control of the process.

The 3-Day Method: Also known as the Lora Jensen method, this involves a highly intensive, short-term commitment to potty training, ideally over a long weekend. The child is allowed to experience the natural consequences of accidents to learn the uncomfortable feeling of wetness.

Oh Crap! Potty Training: Written by Jamie Glowacki, this method suggests that the ideal age to potty train is between 20 and 30 months. The method focuses on signs that children are ready to be potty trained and emphasizes not using rewards or games.

Montessori Approach: This is a gentle, child-led approach which emphasizes independence. It involves slowly introducing the child to the bathroom and potty, explaining what they are for, and then giving the child the space to explore and start using them in their own time.

Parent-led potty training: In this approach, parents take a more active role in prompting their child to use the potty on regular schedule.

Absolutely! The Bottell potty training program is designed to be adaptable and flexible, catering not only to parents who are just beginning the potty training journey but also to those who have already started. Here's why this program can be beneficial even if your child has already embarked on their potty training adventure:

Troubleshooting Problems: One of the program's highlights is its ability to help parents navigate challenges. If you've started potty training but are encountering issues, Bottell can provide personalized advice to overcome those hurdles.

Reinforcement: Even if your child has mastered the basics, reinforcement is crucial. The program can offer tips and techniques to solidify their training and ensure long-term success.

Custom Plans: Bottell takes into consideration your child’s history with potty training. This means that the program can pick up from wherever you left off, tailoring advice and plans based on your child's current progress and needs.

Flexible Check-ins: The journey doesn’t end once a child starts potty training. There will be good days and challenging ones. Bottell allows for check-ins, so you can receive guidance adjusted to the evolving needs of your child.

Remember, potty training isn't a linear journey for many children. There can be progress, plateaus, and even some regressions. With Bottell's adaptive approach, you can ensure that you're equipped to handle all phases of this developmental milestone.

Yes, the potty training program applies to all children on your account. With the free subscription plan, you get two free child profiles and you get unlimited child profiles with the Premium subscription plan for $5 per month (plus a lot of other features!).

You can buy this program at any point along the potty training journey. It will be the most helpful just before beginning potty training, during difficult potty training periods, or before transition periods (such as transitioning to a toilet or wearing underwear overnight). The optimal time to start potty training varies for each child, as they develop at their own pace. However, most children show readiness for potty training between 18 and 24 months, although some might be ready earlier or later. Here are signs that your child might be ready:

Physical Signs

Can stay dry for at least two hours during the day.

Regular, predictable bowel movements.

Shows motor skills like walking to and from the bathroom, pulling pants up and down.

Behavioral Signs

Shows interest in using the toilet or wearing underwear.

Expresses discomfort when diapers are wet or soiled.

Demonstrates a desire for independence.

Displays curiosity about adults' or siblings' bathroom habits.

Cognitive Signs

Can follow simple instructions.

Understands the words and phrases associated with potty training (like "wet," "dry," "potty," etc.)

Can tell you verbally when they need to go or show clear signs like squirming or holding the genital area.