Skill· 16mo–18mo· 3 min
My New Toy Potty
Parent introduces a toy potty to baby through playful modeling and pretend play, familiarizing baby with potty concepts in a low-pressure, fun way. The agent coaches the parent to observe curiosity, imitation attempts, and comfort with potty-related objects as foundations for later toilet learning.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Toy potty or small potty chair placed in play area. Parent and child seated comfortably on floor. Environment should be relaxed and playful. No pressure for actual use.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneShows awareness of what a potty or toilet is used for.Body· 16mo–2.2y· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneSimple pretend playMind· 14mo–2.2y· core· Step 2
- MilestoneCopies simple gestures or actionsMind· 6mo–2.3y· core· Step 2
- MilestoneParticipates in hygiene routinesBody· 15mo–2.3y· core
- MilestoneHas a strong exploratory impulse.Mind· 8mo–20mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneExplores objects by linking together different approaches: shaking, hitting, looking, feeling, tasting, mouthing, pulling, turning and poking.Body· 8mo–20mo· stretch· Step 1
Visual example
Coming soon