A Montessori perspective on potty learning

Jessica Rolph, your host, is joined by Nicole Kavanaugh, a Montessori parenting expert and the writer and mom behind The Kavanaugh Report. Learn why Nicole takes a firm stance against bribing and likes to see children take an active role in their own potty learning. This doesn’t have to be a sprint to the finish. If you approach it more like a marathon, or at least a long, meandering stroll through the park, it can take some of the pressure off. And removing some of the pressure tends to make the process a whole lot more enjoyable for the parent, and the child.    Key Takeaways: [1:57] How does Montessori toilet learning differ from the more traditional potty training? [3:34] How early did Nicole start this process with her kids? [4:49] Nicole explains how the Montessori approach works. [7:14] What kind of timeframe should a parent expect? [9:10] Nicole talks about the benefits of the Montessori way and the cons of doing it in a more focused manner, with bribes and rewards. [11:47] Why are we so squeamish when it comes to poop? [14:48] Nicole describes what the Montessori potty learning environment can look like. [16:03] Are cloth diapers an essential part of the equation? Nicole says no. [17:07] Nicole gives her recommendations for pottying in public. [19:56] Tips on nighttime and nap-time toilet training.   Mentioned in this episode:  Brought to you by Lovevery.com Everyone Poops, by Taro Gomi