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Potty Training & Motherhood with Katie Fenske with the Burnt Pancakes Podcast


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Summary

Katie Fenske, a potty training expert, shares her insights and tips on potty training children. She discusses the challenges parents face during the process and offers advice on how to make it less stressful. Katie emphasizes the importance of dropping expectations, staying calm, and committing to the process. She recommends starting with the bare buns method and using a small potty to promote independence. Katie also addresses common concerns such as readiness, age range, and handling public outings. Overall, her approach focuses on understanding each child's unique needs and providing a supportive environment. In this conversation, Katie Fenske and the hosts discuss various aspects of potty training. They share tips and advice on topics such as car seat accidents, public bathrooms, nighttime training, and the transition from zero to one child. They also talk about the importance of being kind and the challenges of homework. Katie shares her experience as a former teacher and a mother of three boys. The conversation is filled with humor and relatable anecdotes.

Connect with Katie Fenske Online

  • https://www.pinterest.com/Katie_Fenske/
  • https://www.facebook.com/katie.fenske.burntpancakes/
  • https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyoKUjaAUVV6zmaQU3BE8Qw
  • https://www.tiktok.com/@itspottytime_
  • https://www.instagram.com/burntpancakeswithkatie/
  • https://burntpancakes.com/

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Takeaways

  • Potty training can be challenging for parents, but it's important to drop expectations and stay calm throughout the process.
  • Starting with the bare buns method and using a small potty can promote independence and make the transition easier for children.
  • Readiness for potty training varies for each child, but signs to look for include attempting to take off clothes, noticing when they're wet or pooping, imitating behaviors, and being able to communicate their needs.
  • Parents should be prepared to commit time to potty training and create a supportive environment for their child.
  • Public outings can be daunting, but bringing extra clothes, baggies for dirty items, and reinforcing the importance of keeping the seat dry can help alleviate anxiety.
  • If potty training is not progressing after a few days, it's okay to take a break and try again later, using the experience as valuable information for future attempts. Use disposable pads or puppy pads in the car seat to protect it from accidents.
  • Expose your child to public bathrooms early on to help them adjust to using them.
  • Nighttime training can be achieved through techniques like dream peeing and gradually increasing the time between bathroom visits.
  • The transition from zero to one child can be challenging and may require adjusting expectations and finding support.
  • Being kind is often more important than being right, especially in conflicts or disagreements.
  • Homework can be overwhelming and time-consuming, and it's important to find a balance between schoolwork and other activities.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Getting to Know Katie Fenske
  • 02:43 Understanding the Challenges of Potty Training
  • 08:03 Overcoming Setbacks and Giving Yourself Permission to Try Again
  • 12:23 Recognizing Signs of Readiness and Creating a Supportive Environment
  • 15:05 Tips for Getting Started with Potty Training
  • 23:34 Physical Setup and Tools for Potty Training
  • 25:36 Tips for First Outings and Dealing with Accidents
  • 27:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
  • 33:35 The Challenges of Nighttime Training
  • 39:16 The Transition from Zero to One Child
  • 43:35 The Importance of Being Kind

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