The No Cry Potty Training Solution By Elizabeth Pantley

It's no secret I'm a fan of Elizabeth Pantley's. She has a no nonsense approach, and her advice is sound. I have found the methods in her books work very well for our family, and therefore I highly recommend her.

This book is a nice addition to her collection of no cry books. However, I do not feel this book is necessary for everyone. There was not much in the book to set it apart from other potty training books in my mind. I believe this is because potty training is so basic. There's really not a whole lot to it. If you're a mother that's potty trained children before, then you're probably already aware of this. To a mother who has already potty trained atleast one child, this book really won't be very necessary for you in my opinion.

This book can be good, however, for mothers new at potty training and feel they haven't a clue how to do it. Again though, potty training in most cases is very basic. What's difficult for some mothers (I know because I have experience wit this) is that you can't make your child do it, you can't make them get it, and you can't have all the control. Sometimes, this is hard especially if you're really excited or anxious about your child learning to potty train. The best thing to do in this circumstance is to relax. Children can feel our anxieties. This is someting I feel Pantley touches on well in her book. Potty training truly shouldn't involve any crying. It should be easy and fun.

Another thing that is helpful in this book is the readiness quizzes. Sometimes, it's hard to tell if your child is ready. There's a lot of variables when it comes to potty training and a wide range in which it is considered normal for children to be learning. Some children don't always make it so obvious, so the quizzes can be helpful.

Now, there can be instances (though they are rare) where potty training can go awry. This book covers some of these issues, though I'm not sure if the depth these topics are covered in is actually helpful. This book presents in my opinion more of a general overview of potty training, including all the options. If you're experiencing a difficult situation with potty training your child, then a more thorough book or professional advice may be warranted.

If anything, this book does help to reassure that there are wide ranges of normal for potty training, ways to tell if your child is ready, how to start the process, and what outcomes to expect. It's nice to know we're not alone. It's nice t be reassured to just relax and enjoy the experience. All children get it in time, so it really isn't a very big deal. Just because one child is ready at a certain age, doesn't mean all children have to berady at that age. There doesn't need to be any pressure, and in that regard, this book does an excellent job.

It's a short and easy read, so if you're curious or needing advice, then don't hesitate. Pantley's writing is easy to understand, and she just may be able to walk you through the process.