Potty training does not always go easy breezy! On this episode, I talk with Alexis about her struggles with potty-training her 4 year old who only poops in a pull-up and NOT the toilet. We discuss:

Why poop struggles happen

How we as parents can create power struggles in potty training

Strategies to help with pooping resistance and potty-learning guidance.

Check out all the PedsDocTalk Courses for more guidance, tips, and support during parenthood. The No-Pressure Potty Training Course is your one-stop shop for all your potty teaching needs.

Potty training does not always go easy breezy! On this episode, I talk with Alexis about her struggles with potty-training her 4 year old who only poops in a pull-up and NOT the toilet. We discuss: Why poop struggles happen How we as parents can create power struggles in potty training Strategies to help with pooping resistance and potty-learning guidance. Check out all the PedsDocTalk Courses for more guidance, tips, and support during parenthood. The No-Pressure Potty Training Course is your one-stop shop for all your potty teaching needs.

“Poop struggle! My child only poops in a pull-up!”

The PedsDocTalk Podcast is your go-to parenting resource, hosted by Dr. Mona Amin, a trusted pediatrician, parenting expert, and mom of two. As a top 50 Parenting Podcast in the U.S., this show delivers expert-backed guidance on child development, health, illness, behavior, feeding, and sleep—giving parents the confidence to navigate every stage from baby to teen.
Each episode dives into real-life parenting challenges, featuring conversations with specialists in pediatrics, child psychology, nutrition, and parental well-being. From potty training and sleep training to tackling tantrums, picky eating, discipline, screen time, postpartum recovery, and developmental milestones, Dr. Mona provides practical, science-backed advice that actually works.
Tune in on Mondays and Wednesdays for actionable insights, mindset shifts, and expert interviews that empower you to raise healthy, resilient, and happy kids—while thriving as a parent yourself!

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The PedsDocTalk Podcast is your go-to parenting resource, hosted by Dr. Mona Amin, a trusted pediatrician, parenting expert, and mom of two. As a top 50 Parenting Podcast in the U.S., this show delivers expert-backed guidance on child development, health, illness, behavior, feeding, and sleep—giving parents the confidence to navigate every stage from baby to teen. Each episode dives into real-life parenting challenges, featuring conversations with specialists in pediatrics, child psychology, nutrition, and parental well-being. From potty training and sleep training to tackling tantrums, picky eating, discipline, screen time, postpartum recovery, and developmental milestones, Dr. Mona provides practical, science-backed advice that actually works. Tune in on Mondays and Wednesdays for actionable insights, mindset shifts, and expert interviews that empower you to raise healthy, resilient, and happy kids—while thriving as a parent yourself!

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