At the end of the day, the score is...
Potty: 12 (#1 & #2)
Floor: 1
Pull-up (during nap):1
After an accident first thing in the morning, Liliana pottied like a champ. I'm so proud of her--so proud. What more could a Mommy want? Okay, maybe a decrease in the frequency would be nice. But other than that...an all-around great day. I am both thrilled and exhausted!
In the midst of learning to use the little girls' room, Liliana said the funniest things! As I was trying to monitor her first successful attempt, she bluntly said, "Leave me alone." Standing outside the door, I politely explained the term "privacy" and reminded her of good manners. She finished her business, and all was well. The next time she went in the bathroom (and every time thereafter), Liliana confidently asked, "Mommy, may I please have a little privacy?"
The word for the day was definitely independence. From her disdain for the timer to her strong desire for privacy, this day was all about gaining independence and mastering control of her little body. Way to go, Liliana!
A side note: I did not give additional liquids or salty foods. I attribute her frequent trips to the sweet taste of being a big girl and the even sweeter taste of Jelly Bellies. Rest assured, the treats are out the door by Sunday.
Thanks for your encouragement and advice!
4 comments:
Awesome!!! You've inspired me to work with Elizabeth - I think the big girl panties are the way I'll have to go with her, too. How did you get her to go 12 times in one day? I think Elizabeth had 3 wet pullups all day with no going on the potty and Katherine probably only goes 3 or 4 times a day, too. I guess I'll have to be constantly providing drinks for her!
Julie
Lots of juice and water along with salty treats works wonders during the potty training time.
It's definitely the sweet taste of being a "big girl," along with the sweeter taste of jellie beans. Whatever works, right?!
LOL! Whatever works is right! My dd is a salty girl AND chocolate....just like her Mommy!
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