Date Published:11/15/2025
Interview with DeCarol Jovanovic
Could you tell us about any research trips you took for this story?
Research trips consisted of going to the bathroom at home and public restrooms.
What's the strangest thing you've ever had to research online for your book?
Nighttime potty training
What research (history, mythology, science) goes into your world-building?
American Academy of Pediatrics website and healthychildren.org
Have any of the people you've known, past or present, left a lasting impression on your writing journey? If so, we'd love to hear about a memorable experience that stands out to you.
A little boy in my care proved to be a stubborn child. He understood the concept of potty training but I had to get creative to truly get him interested in going to the potty. For some experts, rewards are discouraged but they were absolutely necessary for this little one. The rewards helped build interest in using the potty and were always kept simple.
Do you write in the same genre all the time?
Yes
If so, have you ever consider writing in another one?
I would like to write in another style if I venture into topics geared for a more mature audience.
Which character, supernatural or human, do you enjoy writing the most and why?
I enjoy writing about the common topics that arise during the parenting process. Whether it’s safe sleep or potty training, these are issues that every parent has to tackle.
About the Author
DeCarol Jovanovic is a sleep advocate, entrepreneur, and mom of two. For more than 30 years, DeCarol has worked with children. During this time, she became certified as a newborn care specialist and developed a potty training song to encourage little boys and girls to pee on the potty.
Tinkle Tinkle Little One © has been sung by recording artists and little children around the globe. DeCarol is excited to share the Tinkle Tinkle Little One © song with parents and simple steps for using the potty with little boys and girls around the world.
DeCarol is a service disabled veteran who has served and deployed to overseas locations. DeCarol has worked in Okinawa, Japan, Saudi Arabia, and many locations in the USA. DeCarol completed undergraduate studies at University of Maryland University College (2005) and obtained a Master of Arts from Webster University (2008). DeCarol is also creator of “Don’t Wake the Baby” inspired signs.
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