Potty Training on a Budget

Answer 1

The time has come to put away those diapers and start potty training. This can be both exciting and intimidating to some parents. The entire process will go a lot smoother if a plan is in place. From making sure the child is ready to use the potty, to knowing the essential items needed to begin the process, it is necessary to plan ahead.

The first thing to think about is what kind of potty to purchase. There are all kinds of fancy potties on the market. Some play music when the child goes potty in it, others have book holders on the sides. Those can be expensive, and are unnecessary. Potty seats that attach to the regular toilet are inexpensive and will work just fine. If a little potty is a must-have item, there are plain potties that will work just as well as the fancy music playing ones. They are more expensive than the potty seat but a little internet searching can result in some substantial savings. The potty seat is still the most budget-friendly solution.

Another concern is the type of training pants to use. Disposable training pants are much like diapers and are a life saver when those dreaded accidents occur. The down side is they are as expensive. Cloth training pants are another option. They are thick and the child is able to feel when they are wet. This helps with the whole training process. They can be easily washed and reused. Accidents tend to get a little messy, but the money saved compared to disposable diapers makes it well worth the cleanup. Regular underwear is another option. The child can definitely tell when they are wet, again helping teach when they should use the potty. Underwear are very inexpensive and come in fun character designs the kids will love.

Potty training does not have to be an expensive ordeal. Purchasing a potty seat over a potty chair, and choosing cloth training pants or regular underwear over disposable training pants will save a great deal of money. It might add a few extra loads of laundry, but the family budget will come out way ahead.