Kids Say the Darndest Things: Potty Edition

The potty training thing makes for interesting toddler conversation—some in private, and some of the most amusing in public bathrooms. We haven’t done diapers since February, but it is still a challenge requiring constant reminders and fights in heading to the potty. We’ve found one of our greatest motivators, though, is that he really cares about our feelings. This is a daily conversation:

WV: I went in my underwear. Sorry for going in my underwear. You happy?
Me: No, I’m not happy. Next time, tell me before you go.
WV: I won’t go in my underwear anymore. You happy?

Without further ado, here are some of the darndest things that have come out of potty training!

On learning about boys and girls.

WV: Mommy, you sit down? Only Daddy stands up.

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WV: Mommy, you don’t have peeps. Only Wally and Daddy have peeps.

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Public bathroom talk, making friends while sitting on the potty in the stall.

WV: What’s her name?
Me: Whose name?
WV: Lady washing hands.
Me: She’s another shopper.
WV: What’s her name?

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WV: (listening to the other stall’s occupant) Guy tooted.

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Overnight training (and weather?)

WV wakes up.
Me: Good morning! Did you stay dry?
WV: Yes!
Me: Yay! I’m so glad you didn’t pee the bed!
WV: Yeah. This just from rain.