If your child is almost 2, 3, or even 4 years old, you’re probably dreading the thought of potty training your toddler. Fortunately, the library has many resources for both you and your child that will help achieve this milestone in no time! Your library card gives you access to a variety of board books, picture books, and even DVDs to share, and parent resources offer tips and tricks to help you keep your cool in the process.

Whether you’re a parenting pro or new at the job, potty training is a big step for both of you. Use the materials on our resource list to find the support you need to tackle this (sometimes) difficult task. The library has an extensive collection of parent resources, so take advantage of it to prepare for all stages of your child’s life.

Highly recommended titles from library staff and patrons include: Stress-Free Potty Training: A Commonsense Guide to Finding the Right Approach for Your Child by Sara Au; The No-Cry Potty Training Solution: Gentle Ways to Help Your Child Say Good-Bye to Diapers by Elizabeth Pantley; Tinkle, Tinkle, Little Tot: The Toilet Training Songbook by Bruce Lansky; My Big Girl Potty and My Big Boy Potty by Joanna Cole; and Elmo’s World. Elmo’s Potty Time DVD.

Additional resources like these are included in the lists below.