Potty Training

Everything for potty training in one place: potty chairs, toilet seat reducers, step stools, travel seats, reward charts and stickers. Start with a seat and a stool that fit your child, then add the extras that suit your routine.

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How do you choose a potty chair or a toilet seat reducer?

A potty chair sits on the floor, so many toddlers can get on and off alone. Many have a bowl you lift out and empty. A toilet seat reducer fits onto the regular toilet, so there is no bowl to empty, but your child needs a step stool to climb up.

Neither is better in every home. The right first choice depends on your bathroom, your child and whether you travel. Our guide to potty chairs vs toilet seat reducers compares them side by side.

What should you check before you buy?

  • Stable base: look for a wide footprint and non-slip feet, especially on tile or hardwood
  • Seat height: your child should sit with both feet flat on the floor or on a stool
  • Toilet shape: reducers are made for round bowls, elongated bowls or both, so measure first with our toilet seat reducer fit guide
  • Stool: check the height, grip and weight rating, as in our step stool guide

What else helps with potty training?

A short day-one list covers a place to sit, a step stool, pull-on pants, spare clothes, wipes and a waterproof layer for beds and furniture. Add training pants for outings and a reward chart if your child likes tracking progress.

Travel seats and disposable seat covers help away from home. Our potty training supplies checklist sorts items into need, useful and later.

Questions shoppers ask

When should we start potty training?

There is no set age. Look for readiness signs, such as staying dry for longer stretches, showing interest in the toilet and pulling pants up and down. Ask your doctor, nurse or public health nurse if you are unsure.

Is a potty chair or a toilet seat reducer better?

Both work. A potty chair sits on the floor and many toddlers can use it alone. A seat reducer uses the real toilet and needs a step stool. Choose by bathroom space, your child and how often you travel.

Does my child need a step stool?

A stool helps your child climb up and gives their feet something to rest on while sitting, which makes sitting steadier. The same stool lets them reach the sink for handwashing after every visit.

Are reward charts worth using?

Many families use them as a simple way to track progress. Keep rewards small, praise effort and stop the chart once the habit is steady. Our guides show how to set one up and how to end it.