The Washable Children'sBedtime pantsare made from 100% quality combed cotton, with a built in inner waterproof liner throughout the garment for extra protection. They have an elasticated waistband to give a snug fit and a built in washable pad that will hold approximately 250ml. The washable pad is a free-floating pad and has been designed tohold an additional disposableabsorbant pad insert.

A comfy elastic waistband makes the pants easier for little ones to pull up and down and the leg holes are also elasticated to avoid restricting busy toddlers at play. Some parents swear by potty training pants when potty training their child, while others feel it’s better to go for the speedier method and move straight to ordinary pants.

7. Best potty training pants for independent toddlers: GroVia My Choice Trainer Pants

Sizes: 18 - 24 months, 2 - 3 years and 3 - 4 years | Age range: 18 months to 4 years | Machine washable: Yes What we love It depends on how you’re going to use them. If your child is wearing them every day, you’ll want at least five pairs of reusable potty training pants to start with.

When it comes to introducing your child to potty training pants, it's important to make it a positive experience. They were useful in the in-between months when mine had no clue about using the potty and before they finally went into pants. It gave them the chance to use the potty or toilet independently, but if they didn't bother, then they didn't need a change of clothes.” (Vetted by Mumsnet user megletthesecond) Our verdict

1. Best overall potty training pants: Bambino Mio Potty Training Pants

The main thing to consider is whether your child is happy in their new pants - and appealing patterns and recognisable characters will help them make friends with their new undies. Available in a range of appealing bright colours and prints, these training pants are made with 100% skin-friendly cotton and have a six-layer design to soak up unexpected leaks. Reviewers praised the absorbency of these pants, with many finding them to be of a high quality. 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 Each pair of Flyish potty training pants is made from soft 100% cotton and contains six absorbent, breathable cotton layers with a leakproof layer underneath. The inner part is also made from a two-layer muslin cotton which is extra comfortable for sensitive skins.