Toilet Learning Support

Calm, respectful guidance for one of childhood’s biggest milestones

Toilet learning can feel overwhelming for many families. Conflicting advice, pressure from schools, and well-meaning opinions can leave parents unsure where to start.

With nearly three decades of experience in infant and early childhood development, Harmony Shreve provides calm, practical guidance that helps families support toilet learning with confidence.

This approach is developmentally informed, child-centered, and respectful. The goal is not to rush children or force compliance, but to help families build routines and skills that make toilet learning a natural transition.

Many families are surprised to learn that healthy toileting awareness can begin much earlier than the traditional “potty training” window. When approached thoughtfully, children can develop awareness and confidence around toileting gradually rather than through stressful training methods.


How I Help

Support is tailored to your child’s developmental stage and your family’s routines.

Services may include:

• Toilet learning consultations (virtual or in-person)
• In-home observation and coaching during daily routines
• Infant diaper-free awareness guidance
• Toddler readiness planning
• Preschool bathroom independence preparation
• Support for stalls, resistance, or regression

This approach considers the whole child, including:

• sensory processing
• communication and language development
• emotional regulation
• sleep and nutrition patterns


Service Options & Pricing

Consultation

A focused conversation to create a personalized plan.

60-minute virtual consultation
$125

Includes guidance on readiness, routines, language to use with children, and a personalized plan for your family.


In-Home Coaching

Hands-on support observing routines and helping implement a plan.

90-minute in-home visit
$250

Includes observation, coaching, and practical strategies you can implement immediately.


Ongoing Support

For families wanting guidance through the full process.

3-week support package
$475

Includes:
• Initial consultation
• Follow-up strategy call
• Text/email support during the process


When Families Typically Reach Out

Parents often seek support when:

• they want to begin toilet learning but feel unsure where to start
• a child is showing readiness but struggling with consistency
• preschool enrollment requires independent bathroom skills
• toilet learning has stalled or become stressful

Many families also reach out before starting to prevent frustration and create a smoother transition.


About Harmony

Harmony Shreve has worked in early childhood education for nearly 30 years, specializing in infant and toddler development. She is the founder of Daisy Trails Forest Preschool and is currently completing her bachelor’s degree in Human Development.

Her approach to toilet learning is grounded in respectful caregiving, developmental science, and extensive hands-on experience supporting families through this transition.


Schedule a Consultation

To learn more or schedule a consultation:

📧 TahoeTotsOnTrails@gmail.com
📞 775-624-8898

Click here to Request Call

Packaging can be customized. Please call for free 15 minute consult.