Also goodToddler (cups, potties, beds, shoes)~18 months to school age

BabyBjörn Step Stool

A light, non-slip step for the toilet and basin — it gets used every day for years.

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A step stool is the toilet-training helper we would buy even if you skip the potty: it lets your toddler climb onto the toilet with a seat insert, reach the basin to wash hands, and later brush their own teeth. This one has non-slip grips on top and underneath, is light enough for a toddler to carry, and is easy to wipe. Owners on Baby Bunting and overseas retailers rate it very highly. The cons are small: it is pricier than a generic step, some wish it were taller for high basins, and a single step will not reach every kitchen bench — and that is fine, because toddlers should not be up at the stove.

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Pros

  • Non-slip top and base
  • Light enough for a toddler to move
  • Easy to clean
  • Useful for years

Cons

  • Pricier than generic steps
  • Some find it too low for tall basins

Who it suits

  • Toilet training with a seat insert
  • Handwashing and teeth brushing

Who should look elsewhere

  • Reaching high benches — and not for the kitchen stove

Price

$20–50

Typically $27–$35 at our last check (8 Nov 2026). Prices change — check the retailer.

Specs

Typestep stool
Non sliptop and underneath
Materialpolypropylene with TPE grips

What to look for

  • Grip on top and underneath
  • A wide, stable base

Where to buy in Australia

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BabyBjörn Potty Chair

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