Bobby the Bear

Meet Bobby the Bear — the plush toy and book series that makes toilet training part of a story your toddler actually wants to follow.

  • Plush toy
  • Hardcover book
  • Ages 1-4
  • Toilet training support
  • Fun gift idea
  • Bobby's Bundle available

QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

Your Bobby the Bear questions, answered

Still unsure? Our Aussie team is happy to help.

Who is Bobby the Bear?

Bobby is Rudie Baby's toilet training companion — a soft plush bear and a hardcover picture book called Bobby's Big Potty Adventure. The book follows Bobby as he figures out the potty, giving toddlers a familiar story they can relate to. The idea is to make the toilet feel less scary and more like something a friend has already done.

How does Bobby help with toilet training?

Bobby gives toddlers a way to process the experience of toilet training through story and play. Reading about Bobby using the potty normalises it. Some families use the bear as a prop — letting their toddler 'show Bobby' how to use the toilet. It is a low-pressure way to introduce the concept before or during active toilet training.

What age is Bobby the Bear designed for?

Bobby is designed for children aged approximately 1 to 4 years, covering the typical toilet training window. The book is simple, short, and picture-led, which suits toddlers who are just beginning to follow story narratives.

Can I buy the book and plush together?

Yes. Bobby's Complete Bundle includes the plush bear and the book together. It is a popular gift choice for families starting or in the middle of toilet training.

Is Bobby the Bear a good toilet training gift?

Yes — it is one of the most popular gift choices for toddlers aged 2 to 4. It is practical (it actually helps with toilet training) and fun, which makes it a thoughtful alternative to standard toys.

How is Bobby different from other toilet training books?

Most toilet training books are aimed at explaining the concept in a neutral or instructional way. Bobby's Big Potty Adventure puts the toddler's perspective first — it is about Bobby feeling unsure and figuring it out, which mirrors what a child going through toilet training actually feels.