Week 38 (78): Toilet training attempt

Sometime during the week - the actual date is lost on me - Roberto decided that it might be a good time to begin potty training on Antonio. We had already bought a baby potty resembling a turtle, and a baby training toilet seat some months ago, and was just waiting for the right time to put him on!

So one afternoon, when we heard the unmistakeable pushing sounds that Antonio always makes when he has to go, we quickly tried to put him on the potty.

It was a struggle! The little one refused to sit because firstly, he was not used to being bare-bottomed while attempting to clear his bowels, and secondly, he was used to either standing or crouching on all fours throughout the procedure.

So there was a lot of kicking around and crying on his part, and believe me when I say that it became a big mess!

I was quite flustered by the whole situation but Roberto asserts that the first time is usually difficult for the baby as it is a new action and sensation. However, it will become easier with each subsequent try. He kind of sealed the deal with this sentence: "Think of all the money we can save on diapers!"

Progress reports will appear as and when they happen!