Potty Training...

Not the most fun I've ever had, but better than I expected. Ben is an interesting case because he doesn't conform to anybodies desires except his own and he doesn't like focused attention. What that means is this; he won't go if you tell him too (so no "set the timer and go every 10 minutes" plan) and he starts crying if you get too excited too soon (so no throwing a party or singing a special song either.) What finally seemed to work pretty well was bare buns and a bit of cookie. Oh, and he did want to call Elmo and tell him, so he did that once, thank you Jason.

So here's to day 2!

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Keri said…
Oh yes oh yes, I think they call it "finding your child's currency" or something lame like that. Bare buns worked the best for us too and potty presents. You go girl - once you get this down you can do anything. Here's to all of these big boy things. Love you girl
11:41 AM
Amy said…
I've heard to drop a CHEERIO in the bowl, and let him aim for it! ? Guess I will figure that one out...let me know if you try it?
2:15 PM
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