The boys got a bit sick, so regressed a bit..we have also been quite distracted with painting our house, so have not been as persistent with reminding them to go potty.
They became quite good at going to the potty if they didn't wear underpants, but as soon as they got pants or underpants on, they continually wet and pooped them selves. It went from 90% success naked, to about 10% success clothed, on the same day!
This week we have started again... With underpants ALL THE TIME!
We have renewed enthusiasm, new sticker charts, new potties, new underwear and no more pullups!
Sal took the boys shopping and let them choose their own potty. Unfortunately there wasn't much choice, but they seem very happy with their new potties. Another reason for new potties was that the existing potty stank of stale urine..... Defiantly time for a change! Yuk!
We bought new underpants in bigger sizes, as they seem to shrink in the dryer, and become too tight for the boys to pull up and down. We are hoping this will give them more independence.
We have also given up the pullups (disposable training pants) as we feel they were sending too many mixed messages. We only used them for outings and naps, but no more!
We are prepared to deal with more mess this way, but hope it leads to more longer term success.
Let's hope round two leads to success!
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1 comment:
Hooray for Ethan & Ben!!! Oh we certainly know what you gals are going through and cant imagine it times 2! Lots of dirty underpants. :) hang in there, one day it will just click for the boys and you will both feel so accomplished. Hugs!!
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