There’s no experience quite like the challenges of potty training when it comes to testing a parent’s patience and determination. Drew Scott finds himself deeply immersed in this phase with his 21-month-old son, Parker, and his most recent video update has left viewers in stitches.
In a humorous Instagram post, the Property Brothers co-host shared a video capturing the trials and tribulations of potty training. Dressed casually in jeans, a gray t-shirt, and a brown leather jacket, Scott humorously reenacts a familiar scenario faced by all parents of toddlers.
The Potty Training Saga
The video features a text overlay that reads, “Conversations with my toddler.” Scott, taking on the role of both parent and child, inquires, “Parker, do you need to pee?”
In a typical toddler fashion, the response is a firm “No!“—with Scott portraying his son clad in red footsie pajamas. Undeterred, Scott-as-parent persists, “Pee pee?” to which the miniaturized version of Parker adamantly shakes his head in denial, standing defiantly in the bathroom. The struggle is all too real for parents who have been down this road countless times!
Despite the resistance, Scott calmly asserts, “Parker, I think you need to pee,” only to have his mini-me counterpart turn around and nonchalantly relieve himself on the floor. As the liquid trickles down (hopefully just water!), Scott-in-Parker’s-guise grins sheepishly, highlighting the unpredictability of parenthood when bodily fluids are involved.
The relatability of Scott’s video resonated with parents worldwide. One commenter humorously likened toddlers to “little drunk people,” while another fondly reminisced, “OMG I remember it well 😂😂😂.” Valuable advice poured in as well, with suggestions ranging from altering the approach to introducing a reward system—proving that sometimes a little bribery goes a long way!
Embracing Fatherhood
Amidst the chaos of potty training, Drew Scott, who, alongside his wife Linda Phan, is expecting another child, continues to share snippets of his parenting journey. His candid portrayal of the challenges faced as a “boy dad” has struck a chord with many. A recent video showcased the art of dodging pee projectiles during diaper changes, earning nods of solidarity from fellow parents.
Anticipating the Arrival
With a baby on the way, the couple remains oblivious to the gender, opting for a surprise reveal upon birth. As Scott humorously shared, the impending arrival might take little Parker by surprise too, despite his subtle gestures hinting at an awareness of the impending sibling. The Celebrity IOU star expressed his excitement at Parker’s potential role as a caring older brother, especially if he masters the art of using the potty seat first!
Before bidding adieu, take a peek into the endearing moments captured by Drew Scott and Linda Phan as they navigate parenthood with their son, Parker.