Buying WAHM toddler training pants or EC baby pants? 10 aspects to consider when buying

EC baby training pants and briefs build your confidence by helping your baby or toddler change into regular underwear. Training or learning pants are easy to get on and off, offer the toddler access to earlier independence, and are very convenient to change when changing facilities are not available. They keep out puddles, feel like regular underwear, and look great. They have little volume and can be washed as normal, since she is generally only handling wet items at this time.

There are many types of ready-to-wear (in-stock), custom, or handmade training pants now available for the potty-training or potty-training child. Specialty varieties are available for families practicing Elimination Communication (EC) or Infant Potty Training in smaller sizes. In this case, look for unique adaptations for access to the baby’s toilet. They are easily removed or partially opened for potty access, easier changing, or easier drying.

Consider these 10 features when choosing the right training pants for your family:

1. Waterproof pants, perhaps lined with laminated fabric (PUL), increase your confidence on the outings
2. Non-waterproof trainers, perhaps for when you’re home, help you know when you’re getting wet for feedback, reminders, and a quick change.
3. Training pants with seamed sides are more like regular underwear. Look for varieties that have a stretchy fabric side to make climbing up and down easier for a child
4. Pants with snap-on sides help in case of poop accidents: they’re easy to remove quickly and make less of a stain. Snap closures last longer, making them a better environmental choice for training pants, and they last for all your kids.
5. Thicker fleece pants delay the absorption of moisture in other clothing. The fleece is made from recycled plastic bottles, making it an Earth-conscious choice.
6. Wool is absorbent. It stays warm when wet, is very natural and can also be hand knitted or crocheted for a special unique fashion choice.
7. Organic hemp or bamboo are more ecologically sustainable materials. Organic cotton is also a better option for the environment.
8. Touch tape closures snap on quickly – look for pants with ‘laundry tabs’ to prevent them from snagging in the wash
9. Some trainers have built-in boost padding or you may choose to add inserts for more absorbency, just like with a diaper or diaper. With removable padding, you can simply wear them as lightly padded underwear later, for those little ‘Uh-Oh’s’ on the road to potty independence.
10. A pair of wool briefs can be used as a cover for small underwear or as pants on their own. They give variety at that stage of weaning to regular underwear, while still feeling the need for confidence with a little extra protection in the event of an accident.

Regardless of age or stage in the process of being potty trained or potty trained, there are plenty of options these days. Options that fit your family’s needs from price, infant or toddler confidence and dexterity, or environmental concerns.

Commercial varieties are often quite poor at catching puddles, as well as being ‘wrinkly’ with plastic liners. Disposable training pants, well, they just extend the time your child wears single-use underwear. Support a local work-at-home parent for the least environmental impact and support local businesses as well. Look for reusable, washable, cloth training pants instead! Now you know all the things to consider to make an informed decision.