Potty Training

I potty trained Gabby this week. Potty training is the worst! I think Gabby has been ready for months but I have not been. They always say you should wait until the child is ready but you have to wait until the mom is ready too. I think summertime is crazy and with Kelsey's wedding forget about it. So in the back of my mind September was the time. I made a plan to start last Monday. It was going okay the first 2 days but I didn't feel like she was learning anything. Just because they can pee on the toilet doesn't mean they are getting it.  I follow the 3 day potty training method and I wasn't doing it exactly as she suggests. By Tuesday night I could tell I wasn't doing it quite right and I was depressed. Seriously potty training is draining. So I got up and went to Winco at 10:30 pm and got more snacks, juice, and rewards. Wednesday made all the difference. By the end of the day she told me she needed to pee for the first time. This was music to my ears. That to me is the key to potty training success. That is why I love this method so much. It teaches them to know and understand the urges to go to the bathroom and go take care of their business. They regulate themselves. It is the best. Seriously Corbin has been potty trained for 2 years and he has had 2 accidents ever and they were total flukes. Gabby is not perfect yet but she basically is. She's got it. She understands and I don't think we will ever have to look back with her either. I also love this method because it is day and night. It makes total sense to me and it works and I recommend it to anyone. Be warned that it is horrendous but after a few days it is DONE and you don't have to worry about it again!

Other than potty training and redecorating my room that was our whole week. We were all prisoners this week stuck in the house. It was the hardest on me and Piper. Piper loves getting out. Corbin took it well because he got snacks and treats along with Gabby so that was exciting. Gabby was happy because potty training was great experience for her. She got tons of attention, snacks, rewards, positive reinforcement, and a sense of accomplishment. She was LOVING it. I am excited to get out of the house with my kids next week. Let's enjoy this beautiful weather. Don't you just love September? Check out the post below if you want to see my redecorating.

Day 1, potty queen

Fort!

Corbin dressed himself, we were all stuck inside because of potty training anyway so who cares.

Silly kids

Piper is so smart. I swear she does little things that shows me that she is a little smarty pants. Corbin and Gabby were laying on their blankets and I could tell Piper wanted to as well. So I put a blanket down for her, she was so happy and excited

We grew watermelon, and it actually grew, and it actually tasted good.

 

Scott had Corbin watch Star Wars with him for the first time, my children and destined to be nerds. That's okay, nerds are far more interesting.

Here is a cute video Aunt Nicole made if you want to watch.