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[alt_nymphadora]

Sorry to the blokes: I'd make this a private message, only I want to address it to more than two.

Alice, Molly, Madam P?

I've just been reading up on toilet training, and...

Surely we're not really meant to use compulsions on Bea to get her to see what she's meant to do? I thought it was just nonsense when I read those pamphlets, but I picked up two books on my way from work this morning, and that's all they recommend, either.

What on earth?

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[alt_molly]

I know that it seems overwhelming, but children do manage to learn this (although some don't manage to stay dry at night for awhile. If that's the case, don't be discouraged). The trick, I've found, is to praise and reward her more for her successes than call attention to her failures, or worse, scold her. If she has an accident, be as matter of fact as you can, and just say, 'I know you'll manage next time.' Some simply are a bit more organised at a young age than others, or perhaps more fastidious--Percy was one of those. But all children get there eventually.

You might try something like a reward chart, that's charmed to display a star when she has a success. Simple, I know, but sometimes the simplest things can be surprisingly successful.

You're an excellent mum, dear, and I know you'll get through this.