the lovell crew

The time finally came. For some reason, I have dreaded trying to potty-train Faith for the longest time. She’s been interested in it for a while, and we’ve had spurts come where we’ve tried to teach her, but we’ve temporarily put it on hold because she didn’t seem ready.  So we decided to try. Again.

I think the sheer fact of trying to potty-train a 2 year old with a 10 month old tagging along (yes, I know lots of parents have done it, but I haven’t!) was enough to deter me.  Finally, the need to save some $$ on diapers despite my superb couponing skills pushed me to try again.

We set a date, bought lots of stickers, treats, big-girl panties & pull-ups, and we were set.

The day came, and yes, it was my day home alone with both girls. Thankfully, I have a usually compassionate husband who spent the morning at home to help out. We had a “throwing-out-the-diapers” party for Faith, and she picked out her new big girl panties.

Dora. Can’t potty-train without her.

I spent the next several hours a nervous wreck, just waiting for accidents. We camped out in the girls’ room, which has an adjoining bathroom so we could make a quick visit. I tried to keep the girls contained & entertained as much as possible.

Eating…

Playing with playdough, which Faith loves…

Zoe was happy to chill out with big sis, although she didn’t get to enjoy the playdough this year  She did, however, ham it up as usual for the camera.

I am happy to report after a few weeks, Faith is still in her big girl panties, and I haven’t thrown in the towel (or lost my mind!) yet. She still wears a pull-up at night, so for any of you veteran potty-trainers out there who may have some ideas on the night-time thing, I’m all ears!