Lily Uses the Potty!
The potty training story, rewritten for your child
Every page is redrawn around the child you make it for. Keep the story’s own hero and give them your child’s name, or choose someone new — it takes a minute, and nothing is locked in.
From$34.99 USD
Free to start. No payment to see your child in the story.
- 30 pages, hardcover
- 5.9 × 5.9 in
- Ages 2-3
- Premium, thick pages
- Free standard shipping included
- Printed & delivered in 2-3 weeks (US)
Start with the story’s own hero or pick from our cast — then give them your child’s name.
A personalized potty training story for girls aged 2–3 that makes every step feel achievable and exciting.
That’s the story. The rest is how it becomes your child’s.
How personalization works
Who is this story about?
Keep the story’s own hero
The hero is already written and drawn for this book. Give them your child’s name if you like — that’s the whole edit.
Or swap in one of our cast
Eight characters to start from, and you rename whoever you pick.
- Luna
- Theo
- Mateo
- Sofia
- Amara
- Layla
- Mei
- Ravi
Or make your own
Describe them in a sentence, or add a photo to guide the likeness. Either way, entirely optional.
The characters are just the start.
Every part of this book is yours to change. Not a name dropped into a template — the whole thing is redrawn around the child you’re making it for.
- Every illustrationAll 30 pages are drawn fresh, not stamped with a face.
- The rooms and placesYour child's actual bedroom, your street, the places the story visits.
- The objects that recurThe specific blanket, the toy they won’t sleep without — carried page to page.
- Everyone else in itSiblings, grandparents, the dog. Named and drawn as themselves.
- The story itselfChange what happens, and the words on the page change with it.
- Or change nothingPick a hero and read it tonight. The rest is there when you want it.
What's Inside This Book
1 of 16 spreads
Every character, scene, and object in this book can be replaced with your own — your child's name, your family photos, your home, your school.
What you get
Free to start. No payment to see your child in the story.
Start free
- Free to start — no card needed
- See your child in the story in minutes
- Rename the hero and edit the story text
- Choose a ready-made character, or add a photo later
- Export a PDF of what you make
Your perfect keepsake
Hardcover book
- Full-color hardcover, 15×15cm
- Free standard shipping included
- Printed & delivered in about 2-3 weeks (US)
- Personalize names, story text & style
- Add your own photos once you are in the editor
Quick summary of Lily Uses the Potty!
Lily Uses the Potty is a personalized potty training story for girls aged 2-3 that celebrates every step of the toilet training journey. The book makes potty training feel achievable and exciting by featuring a relatable character and positive reinforcement, helping toddlers develop independence and confidence during this important developmental mi
This personalized children's book stars a little girl (your daughter's name) learning to use the potty with Mama cheering her on. Designed for girls aged 2–3, it covers every practical step — underwear, sitting, wiping, flushing, and handwashing — in a warm, encouraging story.
Key Takeaways
- Builds bathroom independence by modeling each potty step in a clear, sequential narrative
- Normalizes accidents through Lily's 'sometimes I forget — that is okay' story moment
- Reinforces handwashing habits with a fun scrub-scrub-scrub repetition kids remember
- Sparks pride and motivation using big-girl framing and a mama's warm celebratory hug
- Personalizes the learning experience so toddlers see themselves as the capable hero
Why This Book Works
Personalized books accelerate potty training readiness by making toddlers the hero of their own learning story. Research by Dr. Adriana Bus at Leiden University found that children who identified with a book's character showed significantly stronger retention of the book's behavioral messages. When your daughter sees her own name in Lily's role, the potty routine shifts from abstract instruction to personal achievement — a subtle but powerful motivational shift.
Sequential storytelling is one of the most effective tools for teaching multi-step self-care routines to toddlers aged 2–3. A 2019 review in Early Childhood Education Journal confirmed that narrative repetition helps toddlers internalize procedural steps — pull down, sit, wait, wipe, pull up, wash hands. Lily's story follows this exact sequence deliberately, giving children a mental script they can rehearse before, during, and after bathroom visits.
Emotional validation — specifically the 'it's okay to forget' message — is clinically linked to faster, less anxious potty training outcomes. Dr. T. Berry Brazelton, pediatrician and author of the child-led potty training approach, emphasized that shame-free framing reduces regression. Lily's story openly acknowledges that accidents happen and reframes them as steps toward mastery, helping caregivers model the same calm, encouraging response at home.
Common Misconceptions
Girls potty train faster and need less support than boys.
While girls statistically begin training slightly earlier, individual readiness varies enormously. A 2018 AAP report confirmed that readiness cues — not gender — are the most reliable training predictor.
Reading a potty book once is enough to motivate training.
Repetition matters. Child development experts recommend reading potty books daily during the training window, as repeated exposure reinforces the behavioral script toddlers need to internalize each step.
Accidents mean the child isn't ready to train.
Accidents are a normal part of the learning process, not a sign of failure. Dr. Brazelton's child-centered approach confirms that most toddlers need weeks of mixed success before achieving consistent bladder control.
How to Read This Book with Your Child
Best time to read: Read once in the morning during the active training window and again before the bedtime routine — repetition anchors the steps.
Say: 'This book is about a girl just like you who learns to use the potty — let's see how she does it!' Place the potty nearby so your child can sit on it during the story if she wants. Point to the character's name and remind her it's her story.
Conversation Starters
- “What did Lily do first when she felt that funny tummy feeling?”
- “How do you think Lily felt when Mama gave her that big hug?”
- “Which step do you think you're really good at already?”
Frequently Asked Questions
At what age is this book appropriate for potty training?
Lily Uses the Potty is designed for girls aged 2-3 years old, the typical window when toddlers begin showing signs of potty training readiness. Every child develops at their own pace, so use your child's readiness cues as your guide.
How does personalization help with potty training?
Personalization makes the story feel directly relevant to your child, helping her see herself as the main character on an exciting journey. This increases engagement, builds emotional connection, and makes the potty training process feel like a personal achievement.
What makes this book different from other potty training books?
This book combines personalization with celebration-focused storytelling for girls aged 2-3. It emphasizes building confidence and independence through positive reinforcement rather than pressure, making every step feel achievable and exciting.
Can this book be used if my daughter isn't ready yet?
Yes! You can read it together to normalize potty training concepts before she's fully ready. Many parents use potty training books as an introductory tool to familiarize toddlers with the process without pressure.
Does this book work for both boys and girls?
This personalized story is specifically designed for girls with female pronouns and a girl character. For boys, look for a comparable version featuring a male character and boy-specific scenarios.
What if my daughter has accidents after reading this book?
Accidents are completely normal during potty training. This book is a confidence-building tool, not a guarantee. Combined with patience, positive reinforcement, and consistency, it helps toddlers feel empowered about the learning process.
The potty training story, rewritten for your child
Free to start. No payment to see your child in the story.
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