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4 Potty Training Myths

Myths are funny things. Sometimes, they are just a matter of simple repetition: you hear something enough times, and you think it’s true. Other times, they are a function of hope: you want to believe something is true, so you cling to anyone who agrees with you. With potty training, it’s a little of “column A” and a little of “column B.” There are many myths passed down by our friends, family, and community...and there’s quite a few that we fathers cling to because we’re terrified of potty training our kid! However, it’s time to rip the band-aid off and face reality. Here are four of the biggest potty training myths and the dirty truth behind them!

by Dr. Chris Snellgrove

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4 Potty Training Tips You Can Learn From Your Wife

A lot of men like to think of themselves as masters of all trades. When it comes to potty training, though, it's easy for us to get lost. That's when you need to seek out a higher power. No, we're not talking about God (though you may speak—or shout—to him a lot during the potty training process). We're talking about your wife. She's likely got a lot of family wisdom about potty training, and her maternal instincts give her an edge. If you want to master this skill, it's time to bow down to your sensei. Here are a few of your wife’s secrets that you can—and should—learn right away.

by Dr. Chris Snellgrove

Potty Genius Blog

Why Are Today’s Children Toilet Trained Later?

If your two-year-old is still in diapers, and a well-meaning (but annoying) relative tells you that her children were already toilet trained at that age, she may be telling you the truth. There is no question that the age at which children are potty trained has gone up in the United States over the last 50 to 75 years. While there may be cultural and economic forces at work, two major factors have contributed to this shift: the disposable diaper and a better understanding of child readiness.

by Angie Long