1. "Potty Party" Kit
Make a mini celebration kit: stickers, bubbles, or a special dance. Every time they sit (not just go!), it’s a “party moment.”
“You sat on the potty? Let’s blow one potty bubble!”
2. Let a Toy Go First
Have a favorite stuffed animal “go potty” first.
“Bear has to go! Can you help him sit?”
Then your toddler takes a turn—it's modeling through pretend play!
3. Flush Fairy or Toilet Monster
Invent a fun character that "lives in the pipes" and loves clean potties.
"The Flush Fairy thanks you!"
Bonus: this can reduce fear of flushing.
4. Color-Changing Magic
Add a few drops of blue food coloring to the toilet water. When your child pees—it turns green!
“Whoa! You made a color change!”
(This is surprisingly motivating.)
5. Sticker Path to the Potty
Make a sticker trail from the playroom to the potty. Each trip gets them closer to filling the path, and it builds consistency and fun.
6. Potty Time Songs or Dance Routines
Create a silly potty jingle or “pee-pee dance” to signal it’s time to try. Singing makes routines feel like a game instead of a demand