… and the approximate number of times I’ve said them in the last 3 days (in descending order).

“You’re such big kids. You can do this!” (1,400 times)

“Remember, tell me if you have to pee or poop, and we’ll run to the bathroom, OK?” (850 times)

“What are you going to say if you have to pee? ‘Daddy, let’s go!’ Yeah!” (700 times)

“Every time you pee or poop in the potty, you get a balloon!” (550 times)

“I’m proud of you, just for trying!” (490 times)

“Let’s check underpants! Still dry? Yeah, I’m so proud!” (320 times)

“Who wants more juice?” (300 times)

“Guys, please stop walking in the pee!” (250 times)

“It’s OK. Everyone has accidents. I’ll be right back with the Windex and the paper towels.” (32 times)

“Yes, you get a balloon! Hooray!” (2 times)