By Dr. Cathryn
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Struggling to set boundaries without caving or feeling that familiar pang of guilt? In this episode, Dr. Cathryn explores the art of big-hearted parenting—where firm boundaries meet empathy and understanding. Discover how acknowledging your child’s feelings and using clear, compassionate communication can turn even the toughest moments into powerful opportunities for connection. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to stay calm, consistent, and confident, even when it feels challenging. Ready to transform tricky parenting moments into meaningful growth? Tune in for game-changing tips and insights!
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Exciting news! Get my new book Toddlers Made Easy today if you’re ready for more big-hearted solutions to toddler struggles! Order Dr Cathryn's book: Toddlers Made Easy: Become The Parent Every Child Needs here or wherever you order books.
✔️ Follow Dr Cathryn on Instagram @Healthiest_Baby
✔️ Get our best-selling online course, Toddlers Made Easy Course
✔️ Learn how to potty train, the lazy way Potty Training Made Easy
✔️ Grab my NEW BOOK Toddlers Made Easy Toddlers Made Easy
FREEBIES:
👩⚕️ Get the 5 Must-Do’s Before Starting Potty Training guide. Follow these essential steps to make the process smoother and stress-free for both you and your toddler!
👩⚕️ Get your seat: Tame Tantrums Without Losing Your Cool masterclass. Discover proven strategies to stay calm and in control, even during the toughest toddler moments!
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Potty training is a huge milestone—but knowing when to start can feel overwhelming. Is your child ready? And how do you even tell? Today, we’re breaking it all down so you can start with confidence.
What You’ll Learn:
The truth about readiness: It’s not just about age—physical, emotional, and even parental readiness play a role.
Key signs to watch for: From communication to staying dry, learn which readiness indicators matter most.
Pre-potty training tips that work: How to ease your child into the process while making potty training less stressful for everyone.
Ready to take the stress out of potty training?
Check out our peaceful potty training course, now 60% off!
Plus, get a *free* Tantrum Crash Course—because there’s more to toddlerhood than the potty.
SALE START NOV 14th - 20th: GRAB COURSE HERE
RESOURCES
Exciting news! Get my new book Toddlers Made Easy today if you’re ready for more big-hearted solutions to toddler struggles! Order Dr Cathryn's book: Toddlers Made Easy: Become The Parent Every Child Needs here or wherever you order books.
✔️ Follow Dr Cathryn on Instagram @Healthiest_Baby
✔️ Get our best-selling online course, Toddlers Made Easy Course
✔️ Learn how to potty train, the lazy way Potty Training Made Easy
✔️ Grab my NEW BOOK Toddlers Made Easy Toddlers Made Easy
FREEBIES:
👩⚕️ Get the 5 Must-Do’s Before Starting Potty Training guide. Follow these essential steps to make the process smoother and stress-free for both you and your toddler!
👩⚕️ Get your seat: Tame Tantrums Without Losing Your Cool masterclass. Discover proven strategies to stay calm and in control, even during the toughest toddler moments!
SPONSORS:
ONESKIN.CO
GET 15% OFF WITH CODE: TODDLERS
Send Us Your Stories and Questions: We love hearing from you! Share your own experiences or questions. Email us to have your questions answered in future episodes, [email protected]
Rate, Review, & Follow ❤️❤️❤️
If this sounds like you: "I love Toddlers Made Easy." <-- Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more parents -- just like you.
🤗 Behind the Scenes of "Toddlers Made Easy" with Dr. Cathryn
In this special episode, pediatrician and mom of 4, Dr. Cathryn, gives an exclusive look into her brand new book, "Toddlers Made Easy". Discover:
• Dr. Cathryn's unique perspective as both a pediatrician and parent
• Why she wrote this book to provide quick, actionable tips for busy parents
• How "Toddlers Made Easy" takes a "big-hearted" approach to challenging behaviors
• The powerful "E.A.S.Y. Method" for managing common toddler struggles
• Rave reviews from parents who've already implemented Dr. Cathryn's advice
Prepare to ditch the "Terrible Twos" and embrace the "Terribly Important Twos" - where toddlers are learning and growing with your patient guidance. Grab your copy of "Toddlers Made Easy" using the link below!
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RESOURCES
Exciting news! Get my new book Toddlers Made Easy today if you’re ready for more big-hearted solutions to toddler struggles! Order Dr Cathryn's book: Toddlers Made Easy: Become The Parent Every Child Needs here or wherever you order books.
✔️ Follow Dr Cathryn on Instagram @Healthiest_Baby
✔️ Get our best-selling online course, Toddlers Made Easy Course
✔️ Learn how to potty train, the lazy way Potty Training Made Easy
FREEBIES:
👩⚕️ Get the 5 Must-Do’s Before Starting Potty Training guide. Follow these essential steps to make the process smoother and stress-free for both you and your toddler!
👩⚕️ Get your seat: Tame Tantrums Without Losing Your Cool masterclass. Discover proven strategies to stay calm and in control, even during the toughest toddler moments!
SPONSORS:
ONESKIN.CO
GET 15% OFF WITH CODE: TODDLERS
Send Us Your Stories and Questions: We love hearing from you! Share your own experiences or questions. Email us to have your questions answered in future episodes, [email protected]
Rate, Review, & Follow ❤️❤️❤️
If this sounds like you: "I love Toddlers Made Easy." <-- Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more parents -- just like you.
🍽️ Ever made the "perfect" meal for your toddler only to watch it land on the floor? In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Cathryn shares why toddler eating patterns are totally normal, even when they feel chaotic.
Key takeaways:
• Growth explains everything: Children's growth slows down naturally after year one. Some days they'll eat everything, others barely anything – and that's perfectly fine as long as they are growing well! Understanding this pattern helps parents stress less about daily food battles.
• It's all about control: Mealtime behavior is often your toddler's way of showing independence. Dr. Cathryn shares her "cho-cho" story from Grenada to help parents see food from their toddler's perspective.
• Different eating styles: Know if you have an "eat anything" adventurous eater, "maybe not" cautious eater, or the common "might like it" in-between eater. Understanding your child's natural style makes mealtimes smoother.
🌟 Want better bedtimes? Join the waitlist for Dr. Cathryn's LIVE workshop "Making Bedtime Easier" - limited seats available! Early access and special pricing for waitlist members. Sign up below!
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
BRAND NEW BOOK:
Order Dr. Cathryn's book, Toddlers Made Easy: Become The Parent Every Child Needs, HERE or wherever you buy your books.
GET ON THE WAITLIST: Live Sleep Workshop
eBOOK:
Words That Work: 200 Scripts
This is the toddler whisperer's toolkit!
ONLINE COURSES
Toddlers Made Easy Course
Potty Training Made Easy
FREEBIES:
eBook: 5 Must-Do’s Before Starting Potty Training. Get our free guide and empower your child. Set the path for success!
Masterclass: Tame Tantrums Without Losing Your Cool
Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_baby
SPONSORS:
ONESKIN.CO
GET 15% OFF WITH CODE: TODDLERS
Send Us Your Stories and Questions: We love hearing from you! Share your own experiences or questions. Email us to have your questions answered in future episodes, [email protected]
Rate, Review, & Follow ❤️❤️❤️
If this sounds like you: "I love Toddlers Made Easy." <-- Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more parents -- just like you.
In this episode, Dr. Cathryn discusses how to avoid raising an entitled child and instead foster resilience. She begins by explaining the characteristics of entitled behavior in children while clarifying that normal toddler self-centeredness is different from entitlement.
Dr. Cathryn provides real-life scenarios to illustrate entitled behavior before delving into strategies for encouraging resilience. These strategies include treating toddlers as capable, assigning age-appropriate chores, maintaining boundaries, and encouraging problem-solving. She also emphasizes the importance of modeling gratitude, teaching delayed gratification, and celebrating effort rather than just results.
The episode highlights the significance of allowing children to experience disappointment and age-appropriate risks as part of their development. Dr. Cathryn encourages parents to reflect on whether they're allowing their children to take on suitable responsibilities and if they're modeling resilience themselves.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
BRAND NEW BOOK:
Order Dr. Cathryn's book, Toddlers Made Easy: Become The Parent Every Child Needs, HERE or wherever you buy your books.
eBOOK:
Words That Work: 200 Scripts
This is the toddler whisperer's toolkit!
ONLINE COURSES
Toddlers Made Easy Course
Potty Training Made Easy
FREEBIES:
eBook: 5 Must-Do’s Before Starting Potty Training. Get our free guide and empower your child. Set the path for success!
Masterclass: Tame Tantrums Without Losing Your Cool
Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_baby
SPONSORS:
ONESKIN.CO
GET 15% OFF WITH CODE: TODDLERS
Send Us Your Stories and Questions: We love hearing from you! Share your own experiences or questions. Email us to have your questions answered in future episodes, [email protected]
Rate, Review, & Follow ❤️❤️❤️
If this sounds like you: "I love Toddlers Made Easy." <-- Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more parents -- just like you.
Ever find yourself starting calm, only to snap after your toddler ignores you again and again? It happens to the best of us—but it doesn’t have to stay that way. Dr. Cathryn is here to show you how to break the calm-snap cycle and manage tough toddler moments with patience and connection.
**3 Key Points to Break the Calm-Snap Cycle:**
✔️ The Power Pause:** When you feel frustration rising, take a quick pause. Breathe, and remind yourself that your toddler is just acting their age. This simple break can stop you from snapping.
✔️ Mindset Shift:** Tantrums are normal and part of healthy development. Instead of seeing them as a sign your child is misbehaving, recognize they’re struggling and need your help to regulate.
✔️ Grounding Techniques:** In the moment, focus on something tangible like your feet pressing into the ground. This practice helps you stay present and calm during challenging behaviors.
Want to dive deeper? Join Dr. Cathryn’s FREE masterclass on the E.A.S.Y. method, where you’ll learn practical tools to stay calm, set boundaries, and handle tantrums with confidence. Get Your Seat Here
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RESOURCES
Exciting news! If you’re ready for more big-hearted solutions to toddler struggles, get my new book Toddlers Made Easy today!
✔️ Order Dr Cathryn's book: Toddlers Made Easy: Become The Parent Every Child Needs here or wherever you order books.
✔️ Follow Dr Cathryn on Instagram @Healthiest_Baby
✔️ Get our best-selling online course, Toddlers Made Easy Course
✔️ Learn how to potty train, the lazy way Potty Training Made Easy
FREEBIES:
👩⚕️ Get the 5 Must-Do’s Before Starting Potty Training guide. Follow these essential steps to make the process smoother and stress-free for both you and your toddler!
👩⚕️ Get your seat: Tame Tantrums Without Losing Your Cool masterclass. Discover proven strategies to stay calm and in control, even during the toughest toddler moments!
SPONSORS:
ONESKIN.CO
GET 15% OFF WITH CODE: TODDLERS
Send Us Your Stories and Questions: We love hearing from you! Share your own experiences or questions. Email us to have your questions answered in future episodes, [email protected]
Rate, Review, & Follow ❤️❤️❤️
If this sounds like you: "I love Toddlers Made Easy." <-- Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more parents -- just like you.
Is bedtime becoming a nightly struggle? If your child seems to be battling sleep, it’s not because they’re being difficult. In this episode, we dive into the real reasons kids resist bedtime and how to make evenings smoother for everyone.
Key takeaways:
✔️ Separation Anxiety: Toddlers often feel anxious about being apart from you at bedtime, which leads to stalling tactics like asking for one more story. I share how empathy and clear boundaries can help your child feel secure and ready for sleep.
✔️ Bedtime Fears: Nighttime fears are common in toddlers and can make settling down hard. Learn how to acknowledge your child’s fears and provide comfort without getting stuck in an extended bedtime routine.
✔️ Timing Matters: Missing your child’s natural sleep window can lead to overtiredness, making it harder for them to fall asleep. Discover why an early bedtime works best and how to avoid the “second wind.”
Exciting news! If you’re ready for more big-hearted solutions to toddler struggles, pre-order my new book Toddlers Made Easy today! You’ll also get a free ebook with 200 parenting scripts with pre-orders. Find the link in the show notes!
PRE-ORDER: Toddlers Made Easy (and get FREE WORDS THAT WORK: 200 Scripts For Big-Hearted Parents) Bonus ends Oct 22. 2024
ONLINE COURSES
Toddlers Made Easy Course
Potty Training Made Easy
FREEBIES:
eBook: 5 Must-Do’s Before Starting Potty Training. Get our free guide and empower your child. Set the path for success!
Masterclass: Tame Tantrums Without Losing Your Cool
Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_baby
SPONSORS:
ONESKIN.CO
GET 15% OFF WITH CODE: TODDLERS
Send Us Your Stories and Questions: We love hearing from you! Share your own experiences or questions. Email us to have your questions answered in future episodes, [email protected]
Rate, Review, & Follow ❤️❤️❤️
If this sounds like you: "I love Toddlers Made Easy." <-- Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more parents -- just like you.
Ever wonder why your toddler keeps hitting, even though you’ve told them it’s not okay a million times? In this episode, I explain the real reasons behind toddler hitting and how you can respond without losing your cool. It’s all about guiding them with kindness, understanding, and big-hearted boundaries.
Here are a few of the must-know insights from today’s episode:
- Toddlers are not mini-adults: Their brains are still developing, and hitting is often just a result of frustration or poor impulse control!
- Negative attention is still attention: They’ll take whatever interaction they can get. Respond calmly to avoid reinforcing the behavior.
- Hitting is their way of communicating: Those little hands sometimes fly when words fail. Put on your detective hat and look for the unmet need behind the behavior.
Want more expert strategies to handle those tricky toddler behaviors with confidence? Pre-order my new book, *Toddlers Made Easy,* and receive a FREE copy of *Words That Work: 200 Scripts for Big-Hearted Toddler Parenting*—a must-have resource for every parent. Click the link in the show notes to grab your copy today!
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
PRE-ORDER: Toddlers Made Easy upcoming book
Words That Work: 200 Scripts
Know exactly what to say no matter what tricky toddler moment is thrown your way.
ONLINE COURSES
Toddlers Made Easy Course
Potty Training Made Easy
Tantrums Crash Course NEW!!
FREEBIES:
eBook: 5 Must-Do’s Before Starting Potty Training. Get our free guide and empower your child. Set the path for success!
Masterclass: Tame Tantrums Without Losing Your Cool
Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_baby
SPONSORS:
ONESKIN.CO
GET 15% OFF WITH CODE: TODDLERS
Send Us Your Stories and Questions: We love hearing from you! Share your own experiences or questions. Email us to have your questions answered in future episodes, [email protected]
Rate, Review, & Follow ❤️❤️❤️
If this sounds like you: "I love Toddlers Made Easy." <-- Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more parents -- just like you.
In this episode of *Toddlers Made Easy*, we dive into the art of setting firm yet loving boundaries with toddlers using the big-hearted approach. We explore how being kind and empathetic doesn’t mean being permissive, and how holding strong limits helps children feel safe and guided.
Through real-life examples, like a store meltdown over a Snickers bar and the classic yellow cup tantrum, we break down the “Calm, Connect, Communicate” framework to help parents manage their emotions and respond with calm and warmth.
Plus, discover tips for holding boundaries when your toddler keeps pushing and why self-care is essential for staying composed in those tough moments.
Plus, You can now pre-order *Toddlers Made Easy* today to get practical, proven strategies for handling toddler struggles with confidence and warmth!
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
PRE-ORDER: Toddlers Made Easy upcoming book
Words That Work: 200 Scripts
Know exactly what to say no matter what tricky toddler moment is thrown your way.
ONLINE COURSES
Toddlers Made Easy Course
Potty Training Made Easy
Tantrums Crash Course NEW!!
FREEBIES:
eBook: 5 Must-Do’s Before Starting Potty Training. Get our free guide and empower your child. Set the path for success!
Masterclass: Tame Tantrums Without Losing Your Cool
Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_baby
SPONSORS:
ONESKIN.CO
GET 15% OFF WITH CODE: TODDLERS
Send Us Your Stories and Questions: We love hearing from you! Share your own experiences or questions. Email us to have your questions answered in future episodes, [email protected]
Rate, Review, & Follow ❤️❤️❤️
If this sounds like you: "I love Toddlers Made Easy." <-- Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more parents -- just like you.
In this episode of the Toddlers Made Easy podcast, Dr. Cathryn explores how to offer choices to toddlers in a way that empowers them without overwhelming them. She discusses the importance of allowing toddlers to make decisions, which helps foster independence, reduce power struggles, and build confidence.
However, Dr. Cathryn also highlights when choices should be avoided, such as during safety concerns, overwhelming transitions, or times of stress, tiredness, or hunger.
Offering too many options or ambiguous choices can cause frustration. Dr. Cathryn shares practical tips, such as keeping choices simple and ensuring both options are acceptable, to help parents navigate this tricky territory.
Dr. Cathryn also addresses the emotional development of toddlers, explaining why they may struggle with their decisions and react unexpectedly, and emphasizes the importance of balancing choices with boundaries. For more guidance on managing tantrums and pushback, check out the *Toddlers Made Easy* online course, designed to help make your home a happier, calmer space. The link is in the show notes below.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
PRE-ORDER: Toddlers Made Easy upcoming book
Words That Work: 200 Scripts
Know exactly what to say no matter what tricky toddler moment is thrown your way.
ONLINE COURSES
Toddlers Made Easy Course
Potty Training Made Easy
Tantrums Crash Course NEW!!
FREEBIES:
eBook: 5 Must-Do’s Before Starting Potty Training. Get our free guide and empower your child. Set the path for success!
Masterclass: Tame Tantrums Without Losing Your Cool
Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_baby
SPONSORS:
ONESKIN.CO
GET 15% OFF WITH CODE: TODDLERS
Send Us Your Stories and Questions: We love hearing from you! Share your own experiences or questions. Email us to have your questions answered in future episodes, [email protected]
Rate, Review, & Follow ❤️❤️❤️
If this sounds like you: "I love Toddlers Made Easy." <-- Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more parents -- just like you.
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