Kids and toilet paper: 5 time saving tips
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The transition from diaper to potty or toilet is a delicate moment, and there’s a very high risk that it can become a frustrating experience for the parents and a terrifying one for the children.
But parents, teachers, doctors and experts in various fields from all over the world have come together and figured out small tricks to get through it unscathed.
1.Set a good example
At a kindergarten in Japan, a teacher decided to show her class how to clean themselves and how to best use toilet paper after going to the bathroom. She sat in a chair with two balloons tied behind to symbolise the bum.
The class of children sat behind her, attentively, with the same equipment.
Armed with toilet paper, she showed them how to fold it to avoid getting dirty and the classic front-back movement.
The video appeared on social media and immediately went viral. A stroke of genius!
2. Turn the potty into an opportunity for play and fun
Sweden has come up with the idea of using a table and stickers to track and reward progress.
Set goals: timing in relation to recognising the urge, correct use of toilet paper and completion of the steps (with hand washing and bidet included). Hang the table next to the potty and every time your child does a good job, let them put a sticker on it.
3. The right amount of toilet paper
No, your child certainly has no idea how much toilet paper is sufficient for their needs. Besides, do you want to get into a discussion of how fun it is to spill the roll to the end?
The blogger Amanda, from the States, had an idea: she stuck a colourful sticker on the wall under the roll holder with the words: “You shall not pass!”.
So the children can unwind the roll and tear off as much as they want until they reach that line, but they can’t cross it.
4. Remember to give explanations
The use of toilet paper is a very important step in personal hygiene care. Doctors advise speaking to children explicitly and clearly about their needs, avoiding words that might confuse or embarrass them.
5. Don’t look back
Teaching children to clean themselves properly with toilet paper seems like a daunting task, but you will see that applying these tricks will make it easier and easier.
Creating a good habit can be complicated but, in the end, it can also be fun!
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