Tina had thought about taking her time potty training Leah, dragging it out as long as possible. But she was really and truly going to be starting from the bottom here. Worse than any toddler Tina had potty trained before. Even if she gets started now, Leah might still be in diapers a few months from now. So she might as well start now.
"Uh, Leah?" Tina asks. Leah looks at her. "There's a bit of a smell..."
Leah's eyes widen. Her hand goes to her butt as she gasps in shock.
"I- I didn't notice!"
"It's okay."
"No, it's not!"
"Look, your potty training just needs a tune-up," Tina says. Leah bites her lip nervously. "I'm a professional potty trainer. I'll get you back in regular underwear before you know it!"
"I- I don't know..." Leah says hesitantly. She frowns. "And it's weird that you're so ready for this." Tina sighs. She didn't want it to come to this, but...
"Leah, go along with my potty training without putting up a fight, pretty please."
"I- I guess we can do potty training," Leah mumbles. "You are an expert."
"Yes, I am." Tina smiles at Leah in the rearview mirror. "Let's make a quick pit stop at the daycare before we get home, okay? We can change you and pick up some supplies!" Leah nods nervously.
Tina changes direction for her workplace. It's only a few blocks away, so they get there quickly. When Tina goes to get Leah out of the car, she sees her stepdaughter staring thoughtfully at the daycare sign.
"Is something wrong?" Tina asks. After a moment, Leah sighs and responds.
"I'm supposed to go to school tomorrow. But I can't go if I might shit myself! Please tell me you have an idea of what to do about school while I'm potty training!" Leah begs. Tina frowns. She hadn't considered this, but it was a good point. After a bit of thought, she comes up with a response.