So yesterday was his first foray in pottying on the toilet. Things went well. Very well.
TM placed the little seat on the big seat, then set Tommy on top of that. In placing a baby, particularly a boy, on the seat, it is important to remember to spread his legs. This spreading helps him to maintain his balance and it allows ample room for the penis to aim downward. If his legs are together, the penis tends to either be squeezed between the legs or, worse yet, sit on top of them, so when the tinkle begins the pee pee will run all over the legs or spray in TM's face. An alternate route would be across the thighs to the knee, then dripping down the shins to the floor. Anyway, just remember to spread the legs and avoid all the issues.
The cues were given to Tommy (verbal and visual, psssssssssss and the hand sign). Tommy seemed amused by this new potty position and in a few short moments he entertained himself further by depositing a BM in the pot. The BM was accompanied by several short burst of flatulence which echoed wildly underneath him, causing him to burst out in laughter. Then he followed that with a pee pee.
Of course, TM was very excited and pleased, and because her hands were free she clapped. This made Tommy laugh again, as it was a new experience. Usually when he potties, even though TM is pleased, she is unable to do anything so funny as clapping because she is holding Tommy with both hands.
This morning's pottying on the toilet was captured by digital camera and is herewith included for your enjoyment and edification.
Notice that his legs are apart and he is making the potty sign with his right hand.
At times like this, ECing is just plain fun!
