Think toddler tantrums are just chaos to survive? Think again.

In this episode, Dr. Cathryn shares how the challenging moments—like cup battles and banana breakdowns—are actually brain-building opportunities.

You’ll learn:

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LINKS AND RESOURCES:

Our *bestselling* online courses are already helping thousands of parents:

Toddlers Made Easy Course

Potty Training Made Easy 

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FREE Tantrum Masterclass:

New Book: Toddlers Made Easy

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Your toddler just hit their sibling—again—and your instinct is to react: “That’s not nice!” “Say sorry!” “Go to your room!”

Totally understandable.

But here’s what most parents don’t realize:

👉 Hitting is rarely about being “bad.” It’s a sign your child is overwhelmed and doesn’t yet have the skills to cope.

In this episode, we cover:

🧠 Why toddlers hit, push, or bite

🚫 What common responses can actually make things worse

🔁 How to respond in a way that teaches better behavior over time

🎯 Real-life scripts and strategies that actually work

No fluff. Just practical, evidence-informed tools you can use right away.

LINKS AND RESOURCES:

Our *bestselling* online courses are already helping thousands of parents:

Toddlers Made Easy Course

Potty Training Made Easy 

Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_baby

FREE Masterclass:

Tame Tantrums 

New Book: Toddlers Made Easy

E-mail: [email protected]

Ready But Resistant — What to Do When Your Child Won’t Sit on the Potty

Your toddler seems ready to potty train—but refuses to even sit on the potty? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, Dr. Cathryn breaks down why kids can be physically ready but emotionally resistant—and what to do about it.

You’ll learn:

✨ This is potty learning the big-hearted way—rooted in trust, not pressure.

🎁 Grab your free 5 Must-Do's Before starting Potty Training eBook

💛 Join the waitlist for the Big-Hearted Parenting Club!

The Ultimate Toolbox for Big-Hearted Parenting:

Feel like you’re winging it every time your toddler melts down, refuses to listen, or pushes every limit? In this episode, I’m giving you the ultimate toolbox—real-life scripts, calming strategies, and mindset shifts you can lean on when things get hard. Whether it’s tantrums, power struggles, or just the everyday chaos of raising a toddler, these tools will help you respond with confidence, calm, and connection.

💟 Want the Parenting Toolbox guide to go with this episode? Grab it here

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Toddlers can be very persistent—whether it’s demanding a cookie right now or refusing to leave the playground. But their behavior isn’t about being spoiled or manipulative—it’s about developing impulse control and emotional regulation.

✔️ Why toddlers seem so demanding (and why it’s not personal)

✔️ What not to say in the heat of the moment

✔️ How to use redos to teach better ways to ask for things

✔️ The power of play and role-playing to build skills

✔️ Why staying calm is the key to reducing power struggles

Plus, I’m introducing Big-Hearted Parenting Club—your go-to support system for raising confident, resilient kids. Join the waitlist today! 💛 Link in show notes.

👉 Listen now and transform the way you handle toddler demands!

Ever feel like your toddler just doesn’t listen? In this episode, Dr. Cathryn breaks down simple, effective ways to talk with your toddler so they *actually* engage and listen—without power struggles or meltdowns.

✔️ Why short and simple sentences work best

✔️ How connection makes kids more likely to listen

✔️ The power of tone—what you say and how you say it

✔️ How giving choices can prevent battles

✔️ Why saying what they can do (instead of what they can’t) matters

✔️ A simple trick to make “no” easier to accept

Plus, I’m sharing an exciting way for you to get ongoing support—The Big-Hearted Parenting Club! Join the waitlist now to be the first to know when doors open. 💛

LINKS AND RESOURCES:

The Big-Hearted Parenting Club! Join the waitlist now to be the first to know when doors open. 💛

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Dr. Cathryn introduces "lazy potty training" - a balanced approach that avoids both strict parent-led timelines and completely child-led methods.

Key Points:

Dr. Cathryn emphasizes that this approach builds confidence, fosters body awareness, strengthens parent-child connection, and reduces constipation risks.

Resources mentioned: Free potty training guide and Potty Training Made Easy course

LINKS AND RESOURCES:

Our *bestselling* online courses are already helping thousands of parents:

Toddlers Made Easy Course

Potty Training Made Easy 

Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_baby

FREE Masterclass:

Tame Tantrums 

New Book:

Toddlers Made Easy

E-mail: [email protected]

Being a toddler is tough—and parenting one? Also tough! In this episode, Dr. Cathryn shares why toddlers struggle with impulse control, why their behavior isn’t “misbehavior,” and how to set them up for success with developmentally-smart discipline. Learn practical strategies like supervising with guidance, prepping kids for transitions, modeling behavior, and noticing the good—so you can reduce challenges and support your child’s natural growth.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ Why toddlers act impulsively (and why it’s not bad behavior)

✅ How to prevent trouble before it starts

✅ Why how you supervise matters more than discipline

✅ Simple ways to help kids handle transitions and big emotions

✅ The power of noticing and naming positive behaviors

Resources & Links:

🧡 Toddlers Made Easy Course – Get expert guidance on handling tantrums, power struggles, and discipline.

🚽 Potty Training Made Easy – A stress-free approach to potty training.

Let’s Connect:

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You’re doing a great job! Keep showing up with patience and understanding—you’re making a difference. 💛

In this episode of Toddlers Made Easy, Dr. Cathryn shares three simple steps to stay calm even when your child pushes your buttons.

What You’ll Learn:

✔ Why toddlers don’t listen (and how to work with their development, not against it)

✔ The real reason parents snap (hint: it’s not just about your toddler’s behavior)

✔ 3 practical steps to keep your cool when you feel triggered

✔ A powerful bonus tip to make staying calm easier

LINKS AND RESOURCES:

Our *bestselling* online courses are already helping thousands of parents:

Toddlers Made Easy Course

Potty Training Made Easy 

Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_baby

FREE Masterclass:

Tame Tantrums 

New Book:

Toddlers Made Easy

E-mail: [email protected]

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In this episode of "Toddlers Made Easy," Dr. Cathryn shares insights from her own parenting journey, focusing on how to effectively handle toddler tantrums.

Whether you're dealing with bedtime resistance, picky eating, or public outbursts, "Toddlers Made Easy" provides the tools you need to navigate toddlerhood with confidence.

Join us to learn how to support your toddler's emotional development and strengthen your parent-child bond.

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.

LINKS AND RESOURCES:

Our *bestselling* online courses already helping thousands of parents:

Toddlers Made Easy Course

Potty Training Made Easy 

Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_baby

FREEBIES:

FREE eBook:

5 Must-Do’s Before Starting Potty Training. Get our free guide and empower your child. Set the path for success!

FREE Masterclass:

Tame Tantrums 

E-mail: [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.