Potty Time

Elmo, I apologize. I didn't used to like you, and in general I don't usually tolerate Sesame Street in my house. But I was wrong. I don't know what magical powers of persuasion you possess, but today my nearly 3 year old asked to wear his "big kid underwear pants" and at lunch, he announced that he was going to "pee in the potty like Elmo." We've been down this road before with no success. Sure big kid underwear with Lightning McQueen on it is fun to wear, and it's also fun to pee in. No pee has ever been produced in our little kid potty... until today.

After his announcement, I went in to the bathroom with Eli and helped him get situated. He chatted the entire time "Oh, I'm squeezing my tummy. I'm peeing really hard. Oh where's my yellow pee?" I never heard anything so I didn't think he'd gone, but sure enough, he DID IT! He even helped dump it in the big potty and flush! We called Grandma and Grandpa K. and left a message with Grandma and Grandpa B. Eli told them himself "I peed on my potty." What's even better, is that Brad was home for Lunch (a rarity) so he was able to participate in the joy. We high-fived, we hugged, we ate candy.

Later today there was poop and pee in the underwear, and pee on the floor to clean up, but nevertheless, there was a small potty success! I don't know if mine will be the first child completely potty trained by Elmo, but I'm willing to just let the little red guy have it from here. Thanks again Elmo for the positive peer pressure, and thanks Grandma K. for the inspirational purchase!

PS. Elmo, do you have an "Elmo Eats Vegetables" video coming out anytime soon???