Made from soft 100% cotton with a stretchy, comfy waistband, these pants feature an extra absorbent layer designed to stop leaks seeping into outer layers of clothing. They tend to be used in the very early stages of potty training and at nighttime for more absorbency when toddlers aren't yet dry through the night. We had a couple of pairs of cloth training pants for long car journeys or other people's houses if they had carpet! Just in case.” (Type of product recommended by Mumsnet user AegonT) Our verdict Sizes: Small (<6 months) to extra large (2 years +) | Age range: 6 months to 2 years | Machine washable: Yes What to love We've used them for all five of ours. I've found them great for the car or when we were out and couldn't be sure of a loo or anywhere to use a potty in a hurry. They can be pulled up and down easily, when wet they feel wet so the child knows he/she has wet but they protect anything that's being sat on at the wrong time and also stop trousers getting wet or dirty if there is an accident.” (Type of pant suggested by Mumsnet user CatWithKittens) Our verdict

That said, there are certain products that can help your toddler learn this important new life skill. For example, the NHS advises that training pants can be very useful during potty training. Potty training pants may be either disposable pull-ups or washable pants. The reusable ones are made of cloth, so they have the feel and comfort of normal pants, as well as being able to be easily pulled up and down. With so many different potty training pants available on the market, it can be hard to know which are most suited to your child. As they have a certain level of absorbency, potty training pants are ideal for catching the odd dribble, especially when your child is out and about or at nursery. The best potty training pants can be worn full-time until your little one is dry and confident enough to move onto ordinary pants, or part-time whenever extra reassurance is needed. Pull-ups has a free, printable certificate to signify when a child moves from diapers to Pull-up pants. It has a cut-out for your child's face, which makes for a great photo opp.Their Pull-Ups feature a range of Disney characters that will appeal to potty-training children. A feel-wet layer and wetness indicator means the character on the front fades if the nappy is wet, encouraging children to get to the loo in time. An elasticated waist makes things easier too. Sizes: 18 - 24 months and 2 - 3 years | Age range: 18 months to 3 years | Machine washable: Yes What we love

When it comes to introducing your child to potty training pants, it's important to make it a positive experience. But they are expensive, so moving on to proper pants as soon as you can means your bank balance will thank you later. How to introduce training pants Although the British television program featuring talking trains is decades old, it still gets the attention of kids who are captivated by the mystique of trains. Thomas fans will enjoy this versatile Monday through Sunday chart. You can customize it to include different tasks or simply mark whether your child stayed dry for the day. If you go with the latter, this chart will last you up to seven weeks. Laminate (if desired). If you find a chart that works for you and you don't want to keep printing it out over and over again, you can laminate it and reuse it.

Sizes: One size (suited for children between 8-14kg) | Age range: Ideal for ages 1-3 | Machine washable: Yes What we love Made from 100% cotton, the hidden water-resistant layer and inner pad in these pull-ups for boys keep in any accidental leaks, whilst still indicating to your toddler that they’re wet so that they learn to dash to the potty. Every child is unique, and different strategies may work for different children. Potty training charts are just one tool among many that can assist in the potty training process. It’s important to be patient, consistent, and supportive throughout the journey, and to tailor the approach to your child’s individual needs and development.