Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
👉 Get the Go Diaper Free Book (for babies 0–18 months): andreaolson.thrivecart.com/gdf
👉 Get the Tiny Potty Training Book (for toddlers 16 months+): andreaolson.thrivecart.com/tpt
When should you start potty training? The answer might surprise you. 🚽
You can technically start at birth (I did with all 6 of my kids, and they were out of diapers by walking). But the best time really depends on your child’s age and stage.
In this video, I break it all down for you:
✅ Potty training babies (birth–12 months) with elimination communication
✅ Why 12–18 months is the Montessori sweet spot for independence
✅ The surprising 16–20 month “just right” window for fast results
✅ Why 20 months and up is still a perfect time—when you’re ready
✅ The REAL signs of readiness (it’s not waiting for your toddler to say they’re ready)
I’m Andrea Olson, mom of six and author of Go Diaper Free and The Tiny Potty Training Book. I’ve helped tens of thousands of parents potty train without stress, bribes, or gimmicks.
✨ Keywords included: when to start potty training, potty training age, potty training readiness, elimination communication, Montessori potty training, early potty training, toddler potty training tips.
👉 Get the Go Diaper Free Book (for babies 0–18 months): andreaolson.thrivecart.com/gdf
👉 Get the Tiny Potty Training Book (for toddlers 16 months+): andreaolson.thrivecart.com/tpt
When should you start potty training? The answer might surprise you. 🚽
You can technically start at birth (I did with all 6 of my kids, and they were out of diapers by walking). But the best time really depends on your child’s age and stage.
In this video, I break it all down for you:
✅ Potty training babies (birth–12 months) with elimination communication
✅ Why 12–18 months is the Montessori sweet spot for independence
✅ The surprising 16–20 month “just right” window for fast results
✅ Why 20 months and up is still a perfect time—when you’re ready
✅ The REAL signs of readiness (it’s not waiting for your toddler to say they’re ready)
I’m Andrea Olson, mom of six and author of Go Diaper Free and The Tiny Potty Training Book. I’ve helped tens of thousands of parents potty train without stress, bribes, or gimmicks.
✨ Keywords included: when to start potty training, potty training age, potty training readiness, elimination communication, Montessori potty training, early potty training, toddler potty training tips.
