It's inevitable: As soon as you leave the driveway, your child needs to go to the bathroom. Follow these easy tips to help your kid be comfortable with potty on the go and using a public restroom.
We've all been there: You get your kids all buckled up for a long car ride, and as soon as you're on the road you hear the familiar cry, "Mommy, I have to go potty!" Of course, when you're out and about, it's no fun making bathroom stops with your kids. But when you gotta go, you gotta go, so here are some suggestions on how to keep your family germ-free and safe when using a public restroom. Use the Bathroom When One Is Available
Teach your child to go to the bathroom before long car rides. He might say he doesn't have to go, but encourage him to empty his bladder as much as possible, suggests Mark L. Wolraich, M.D., a pediatrician in Oklahoma City, OK, and author of The American Academy of Pediatrics Guide to Toilet Training. Kids get distracted easily, so directing them to use the bathroom can help them realize they actually do have to go. One trick: Make it a rule in your house that no one gets in the car unless he at least tries to go potty.
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