The 24 Items That I Couldn’t Survive Potty Training Without

We’ve used countless training pant brands over the last few years, but Pampers Easy Ups are by far our favorite. They’re the softest ones we’ve tried that actually feel like cotton undies rather than just pull-on diapers. Both my kids can pull them up without issue, especially my youngest, which is great practice for real undies. Plus, they have up to 100 percent leakproof protection, which means no overnight accidents. My kids are also big fans of the Bluey designs!

Avaiable in sizes 2T-3T to 5T-6T.

Just cause they’re using the toilet doesn’t mean the wipes are officially gone. Toddlers won’t fully learn how to clean themselves for quite a while, so wipes are a much easier way to ensure they stay fresh and clean. Pampers’ Free & Gentle Wipes also have a convenient release feature so only one wipe comes out (rather than 50 at a time like other wipe packs).

Yep, the caddy is back. But this time fill it with your most frequently used potty training items. Keep cleaning supplies, wipes, Easy Ups, activities, and rewards within arm’s reach anytime your kiddo moves around the house.

Potty training accidents happen way less with Easy Ups but it’s always smart to keep stain remover on hand just in case they decide to run away from you while going commando. Safe to use on both furniture and floors, this powerful formula quickly removes those stubborn stains.

Keep your LO’s clothing clean anytime they miss the potty with this plant-based stain remover that’s tough on stains but gentle on their skin.

Eventually, your LO will retire the little potty, and this seat attachment will help their transition to the big toilet (and you won’t have to keep track of that detachable potty seat).

You don’t want to find yourself running downstairs mid-accident, so make every bathroom in your house toddler-friendly with these faucet extenders that make hand-washing easy.

Keeping one of these in every bathroom in your home will ensure your toddler can reach the toilet or sink every time with no frantic scrambling necessary.

If you’re braving a short outing without an Easy Up, this car seat cover can help minimize the mess during possible accidents.

These waterproof covers are perfect for your furniture and eventually your kid’s bed once they’re finally ready to start nighttime potty training.

Keeping a stash of activities that are easy for them to do while sitting down is key. A toddler’s notoriously short attention span will only worsen when they’re constrained to the potty, so busy boards can help keep them still while they finish.

You’re about to be stuck at home for an extended period of time, and screen time can only get you so far. Use an activity book like this to source hours of easy at-home entertainment ideas.

We introduced books about the potty a few months before starting to officially potty train both kids so they could become familiar with the concept and to build excitement. Keeping potty-related books in our mobile caddy was also helpful so we could read them together while they sat and waited.

If your LO loves to color, this is an absolute must-buy. Packed with fun coloring pages and activities, it’s the perfect distraction to keep them sitting still on the potty and engaged during a long weekend at home.

Magnets are a great screen-free and mess-free way to keep kids busy, and these will be a favorite for any Paw Patrol fans.

We keep several types of sensory bins ready to go at our house for easy indoor activities. Both my kids play independently with sensory bins for an hour or more (a toddler win), which also gives us a break from chasing them around the house.

What kid doesn’t love building a fort? They’ll stay preoccupied for hours on end creating different shapes and styles. However, you may need to squeeze into the fort with them in order to keep an eye on their potty cues. And make sure their little potty is nearby in case it’s time to go.

If your kid gets extra restless indoors (and backyard play isn’t cutting it), these stepping stones provide a huge physical release. Turn it into a game of “don’t touch the lava!” to get them really into it.

Stickers are one of the easiest, most affordable rewards to give during potty training, and if your kids are Bluey-obsessed like mine, these will be a hit.

This sticker pack includes quite literally every Disney character under the sun, so you’re all set no matter who your LO’s fave is.

A great system to try is offering rewards in tiers so you don’t waste all the good stuff at once. For instance, making it to the potty once gets them one sticker, and after three stickers, they get a small candy. These lollipops are sugar-free and a better alternative for toddlers.

My family loves the treats from Unreal Snacks because they’re mouthwatering but made with good-for-you ingredients. These chocolate gems are great small treats during potty training.

I had my kids blow bubbles while sitting on the potty because it kept them still a little longer, and the act of breathing out helped their bodies relax (especially during number twos).

This one may be a little weird (when isn’t parenthood weird?), but when my kids got extra defiant about sitting on the potty, I’d get them excited by letting them pour a few sprinkles in after they successfully went. Hey, whatever works, right?