Why Choose Training Pants?

In 2 months, your child will already be starting nursery school! The only trouble is, they are not yet potty trained, and the situation is starting to worry you a little. First, let us put your mind at ease: continence is not a valid reason to exclude a child from school. So there is no need to put pressure on yourself — the school will accept your child regardless, even if we understand that for everyone's comfort, it would be easier! The second piece of good news is that 2 months, in the life of a very small child, is a very long time. Your child therefore has plenty of time to become potty trained within that period. Finally, do know that training pants can help them develop continence.

Also read: Help, my child isn't potty trained for the start of school!

What is a training pant?

A training pant is a pair of pants designed to prevent little accidents. It features an absorbent core that captures small wees. The outer PUL layer keeps your child's clothing dry. So there is no need to change trousers, socks, and so on — if your child has a little accident, you simply need to change the training pant!

They do not have a stay-dry effect, meaning your child becomes aware of the sensation of wetness and gradually learns to control their body.

Training pants are pulled on just like regular pants, so children can easily put them on and take them off to use the toilet, building their independence.

Why choose Maman et Bébé Nature training pants?

Our training pants have a PUL outer — a waterproof, breathable fabric. The lining is made from bamboo viscose. Soft on your baby's skin and absorbent, it also has antibacterial and antifungal properties. The absorbent core consists of 2 layers of microfibre, a material that absorbs liquids very quickly.

They are adjustable to suit toddlers weighing approximately 12 to 18 kg, which corresponds to children aged roughly 18 months to 4 years. They are adjustable thanks to their rows of press studs.

Your questions about training pants

Can training pants be used for starting nursery school?

Training pants are very practical for nursery school if your child has not yet fully achieved continence. They allow the child to easily join their classmates for toilet trips, as they can pull their pants up and down very simply. Moreover, in the event of an accident, their classroom assistant will not need to change all of their clothes — they simply need to take a clean pair of training pants from one of the pockets of a waterproof bag, and put the soiled pair in the other pocket.

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My child is potty trained but can't hold on for too long and occasionally has little accidents. Could training pants work for them?

Yes — if you know that certain situations (cold weather, car journeys) can lead to small accidents, you can opt for training pants. That way, even if there is a small accident, your child will not be left wet and you will simply need to change their training pant. It also avoids putting your child back in nappies during the day, which could knock their confidence.

Can training pants be used at night?

Unless your child wakes up when they wee, training pants are not suitable for night-time use. Their insert is not thick enough to absorb a large amount of urine.

Can an extra insert be added?

They are not designed for an additional insert. However, if you already use reusable nappies, you can try it and see whether it works for you.

If you have any other questions about training pants, please do not hesitate to share them in the comments below.