Can you really potty train a 3-month-old?

"You can't potty train a baby that young." It's the first thing most people say. And it makes sense, because for a few generations we've been told toilet training starts at two or three. But babies have been communicating their needs since long before disposable nappies existed, and a three-month-old is more capable than we give them credit for.

What "training" really means here

This isn't drilling or rewards charts. With a young baby, EC is simply offering the potty at the right moments and reading the response. You're not expecting perfection, you're opening a conversation.

How a baby signals

Little ones are surprisingly clear once you know what to look for:

• A grunt, a squirm, or sudden stillness and a focused face
• Fussing that settles the moment they're offered the potty
• The reliable ones: right after waking, and shortly after a feed

Starting at three months (or any age)

Pick one easy moment a day, after the morning nap is a favourite, and simply offer. Hold your baby securely over a newborn-friendly potty like the Potty Plane, which rests on your legs so your hands stay free and your baby stays supported. A gentle cue sound helps them associate the moment. If nothing happens, no drama. If it does, you'll both be a little delighted.

Keep it light

Misses are part of it, for both of you. This is about connection and momentum, not a spotless record. Start tiny, stay curious, and let your baby show you what they're capable of.

Larissa xx