To all teachers, fulltime & subs: My child has had a problem twice, with substitute teachers not allowing her to go to the bathroom in a timely manner. She had to ask 3 times & wait 30 minutes before the teacher finally said yes. I understand as a sub, you may not know each child well enough to know who is likely to goof around & who doesn't. But, put yourself in a child's shoes for a moment. Think of how you'd feel if you had an accident? Do you think the name "pissy pants" goes away? No. It stays with that child for life. I'm sure we all remember the time a classmate messed themselves, and how that is the 1st thing you remember about that person. Before you say no, so quickly, give the children the benefit of doubt. It may affect they're self esteem for life when you say no. I have instructed my child, as all parents should, to try hard to hold it, but if you are going to have an accident & the teacher still says no, to walk out of the classroom, do her business, then go straight to the principals office to call me. I'll deal with the teacher. And, I won't be to nice about it!