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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Naps evolve a lot over time.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀​​​​​​​​

👶 Newborns can take 5-6 naps/day​

👶🏿 By 4-5 months, they usually take 4 naps/day⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀​​​​​​​​

👶🏽 Around 6 months, babies usually settle into 3 naps/day. Usually the first 2 are longer and the last one tends to be a shorter "cat nap"

👶🏼 Between 6-9 months, they drop the 3rd nap and take 2 naps/day, one in the morning and one in the afternoon⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀​​​​​​​​

🧒🏻 Between 15-18 months, they transition to 1 afternoon nap. I find that this transition can be pretty challenging for a few weeks as kiddos adjust to the longer awake windows.
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🧒 Some kids start skipping some naps around 2.5 yo and drop their nap completely between 3-5 years old. Others keep napping! (yes, that’s a big range!)

What phase are you in? If naps are hard or confusing, reach out!

Let's talk about how to support your child in their potty learning journey when you travel. Save this post so you have it when you are ready to go on your trip!

🚽 PACK THE ESSENTIALS:
Bring along a portable potty or toilet seat to make bathroom breaks a breeze, no matter where you are. Having your own gear will help alleviate anxiety about finding suitable restroom facilities. If you are flying, bring a portable toilet seat with you so your child can use it in the airport.

🏡 PRACTICE AT HOME:
Before your trip, practice using the portable potty or toilet seat at home to familiarize your child with the new setup. This can help reduce any resistance or anxiety about using unfamiliar bathroom equipment.

📋 STICK TO THE ROUTINE
While it’s normal for traveling to disrupt normal routines to a certain degree, try to maintain consistency with potty breaks. Encourage your little one to use the potty at regular intervals, such as before leaving for a hike, after meals, before getting in the car to minimize accidents.

🛑 RESEARCH REST STOPS
If you are driving, plan your route ahead of time & identify rest stops or public facilities along the way. Knowing where you can find restrooms can provide peace of mind & make pit stops more efficient. Even if your child uses a portable potty, it may be easier to find a private spot for your child at a rest stop rather than on the side of the highway!

😟 BE PREPARED FOR ACCIDENTS:
Accidents are part of the journey. They happen at home & they will happen when you are traveling. Pack extra clothes, underwear & cleaning supplies to handle any mishaps with ease & keep the adventure rolling. Reassure your child & stay positive to keep them feeling supported & encouraged.

Remember, every journey is an opportunity for growth and learning – including potty training adventures! With a little preparation, patience, and a sense of adventure, you and your little one can conquer potty training on the go like pros. Happy travels!