"My husband and I have an almost 3-year-old son who is going through potty training and doing quite well. The trouble is that bodily functions have since become his favorite topic. We will be hosting Thanksgiving for both our families, and I have no doubt he will be eager to regale everyone with descriptions of his latest bathroom creations."
"Do your best to keep his behavior dignified and respectful in front of your guests, but don't feel like a failure if your little potty prince isn't perfect. They're not perfect, you're not perfect-nobody is. He won't do this forever; he'll find other interests beyond his bathroom "creations" (amazing description, by the way). I promise. But in the privacy of your home, continue celebrating his bathroom progress with all the love and excitement you've got."
An almost 3-year-old in potty training has made bodily functions his favorite topic and may describe his bathroom creations at Thanksgiving. One suggested approach is to diffuse tension with playful props like whoopee cushions and a lighthearted family response. Another approach is to accept imperfect behavior and roll with it while maintaining dignity during the meal. Parents should keep the child's behavior respectful around guests and continue enthusiastic, private celebration of potty milestones. Toddlers will outgrow fixation on gross topics, so patience, consistent encouragement, and appropriate boundaries help the habit fade.
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