Toilet Learning
In this course, we will explore the natural process of toilet learning. You will gain an understanding of what it is and how to support your child through the process.
In this course, we will explore the natural process of toilet learning. You will gain an understanding of what it is and how to support your child through the process.
COURSE INCLUDES:
- 4 video lessons on guiding and supporting your child’s toilet learning
- Children’s Book list
- Toilet Learning Product list
What is Toilet Learning
- Natural process that promotes child’s sense of agency.
- Language to use starting at birth when talking about elimination and changing diapers.
- What if you haven’t started talking this way since birth?
Body Awareness
- Providing opportunities to be naked
- Why, when and where
- Adult reactions to accidents
- Introducing the potty
- When and where
- Books to read with your child
- Moving intimate moments after changing diapers
Regular Use of the Toilet
- When to start
- Moving elimination process to the bathroom
- Naked or pants only
- Language to use when reminding child to use the toilet
- Supporting success
- Use of portable potty
- Changes of clothes
Challenges
- Staying dry at night
- Fear of pooping
- Not wanting to use other toilets
- Having accidents after being successful using the toilet
Your Instructor
Becky Zlotoff graduated cum laude from St John’s College, Annapolis Maryland, after receiving a unique liberal arts education.She raised three sons and a daughter in Santa Monica and now enjoys spending time with her three granddaughters. After being a very involved parent in the Santa Monica Public Schools, she got her early childhood units from Santa Monica College.
Becky created and has taught a preschool program at Santa Monica Synagogue for more than twenty-five years. She has been a California Mentor for nine years, working in the classroom with college students, supporting the practical application of good early childhood practices. For twelve years, she was a teacher at First Presbyterian Nursery School. In addition to attending many workshops about the Reggio Approach in the United States, she has been on two learning tours to Reggio Emilia, Italy. Becky has presented her work at many local workshops and at NAEYC. With Mary Hartzell and Ami Cohen, she co-authored the chapter “Parents As Partners” in Next Steps Toward Teaching The Reggio Way.