Why Most Wiping Techniques Fail - & the Tool That’s Changing Everything

Potty training gets all the attention—but what about the next step?

Teaching a child how to wipe is arguably one of the most overlooked parts of toilet training. And it’s not just about cleanliness. It’s about privacy. Independence. Dignity.

Yet if you Google “how to teach a kid to wipe,” you’ll see the same suggestions over and over again:

• Practice wiping balloons covered in peanut butter
• Use a Barbie doll to demonstrate
• Place fruit in a bowl and let them practice wiping it

Let’s be honest—none of those simulate what wiping really feels like.

They’re imaginative, sure. But they don’t reflect real body positioning, real angles, or real independence.

And if we’re being really honest:

You can’t wipe what you can’t see.

That’s where The Original Toilet Mirror by Ehde comes in.

Born Out of Frustration. Refined by Necessity.

Our journey started with our own son. He had already been potty trained, but wiping? That was the tricky part. Every time he went to the bathroom, we heard,

“Mom! Dad! Can you come check?!”

We tried every method online. But nothing clicked—because he couldn’t see what he was doing. And just like brushing your teeth, tying your shoes, or combing your hair, seeing makes learning faster and habits stronger.

So, we created something new. Something real.

A simple, BPA-free, safety-backed mirror that attaches to the underside of the toilet lid—giving kids a clear, safe view of their body while sitting on the toilet.

The first time he used it, he said:

“Daddy’s invention works; it works!”

He hasn’t asked for help since. And we realized—we weren’t the only ones who needed this.

From Potty Trained to Bathroom Independent

We call it the final phase of bathroom independence.

Because getting on the toilet is just half the battle. Wiping thoroughly and confidently? That’s real independence.

Here’s what The Original Toilet Mirror does differently:

✅ Gives kids visual feedback while learning to wipe

✅ Builds muscle memory through actual use, not pretend scenarios

✅ Respects their privacy and dignity

✅ Reduces the need for parental help

✅ Encourages confidence in personal hygiene

It's not just for kids, either. It’s helping:

• Autistic children who thrive on visual cues
• Pregnant mothers from start to finish
• Parents teaching toddlers the right way from the start
• Anyone who wants peace of mind in the bathroom