CHAPTER 20

Parting Words, Mama-à-Mama

If things start falling apart or it’s not going as planned, try to pinpoint

what exactly is going on and where it went wrong. Narrow it down.
Most parents get overwhelmed and think, My kid is just not potty
training. That’s rarely true. Usually there’s some singular component
that is messing everything up. Try to find that singular component.
When I consult with parents, that’s exactly what I do. I strip it all
down and try to find and focus on the one thing that’s really the root
of the problem.
Break down the bad and break down the good. Bounce between the
blocks if you need to. Nothing is law, and nothing is written in stone.
Play around with backing off and moving back in with prompting.
Also, remember: there’s no big finish line. This isn’t a contest, nor is
it a measure of your parenting ability.
That’s all, folks. That’s everything I know about potty training, in
broad sweeping strokes. I highly suggest you check out the blog and
our Facebook page. I’m always learning new things, and I keep my
thoughts current in those places.
I’m available for one-on-one consulting, but I encourage you to
find the answers here. Not because I don’t want to help you, but
because you don’t need to lean on me. There’s a dance and a rhythm