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. 💛

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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 

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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]

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Why do I focus on toddlers when I'm experienced with kids of all ages? In this episode, Dr. Cathryn focuses on the vital role of the toddler years, challenging the notion of the 'Terrible Twos' and rebranding them as the 'Terribly Important Twos.' We discussed how toddlers still need as much emotional support as they did as infants, despite their growing independence. Key strategies for successful parenting include validating emotions, maintaining calm during tantrums, and encouraging emotional expression. This approach helps in nurturing resilient, confident, and extremely kind children. For more insights and practical tips, our 'Toddlers Made Easy' course is available for further guidance.

Links and Resources:

Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: @healthiest_baby

Check out our bestselling online course: Toddlers Made Easy Course

Our NEW Potty Training Made Easy course is here!

FREE: Does potty training terrify you? Discover 5 Must-Do’s Before Starting Potty Training. Get our free guide and empower your child. Set the path for success!

FREE: Watch our FREE Tame Tantrums workshop and stay calmer with tricky toddler moments.

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In this episode of "Toddlers Made Easy," we're diving into the EASY method—a transformative technique to help you navigate toddler tantrums with grace and effectiveness. Inspired by my own experiences as a pediatrician and a mom, EASY is all about creating a calm and connected approach to those challenging moments.

Let’s break it down:

**E**valuate: Take a power pause to create space between your child’s behavior and your reaction. Use deep breathing or grounding techniques to calm your nervous system.

**A**cknowledge Feelings: Show your child that you understand their emotions. A simple acknowledgment like, "You’re upset because you wanted that toy," makes them feel seen and valued.

**S**tick to Boundaries: This is where the real work happens. Being gentle is important, but so is being firm. Setting clear, consistent boundaries helps your child feel safe and learn what's acceptable.

**Y**es: Pivot to a positive yes. It’s not about giving in, but about teaching what they can do instead. “You can’t play with Joey’s truck, but you can choose another toy.”

We’ll see this in action with real-life examples, like how Lily’s hitting at daycare was managed with EASY, leading to a week without incidents. Or handling bedtime slaps with calm acknowledgment, firm boundaries, and offering choices. 

Remember, discipline at this age is about teaching, not punishment. Toddlers need guidance and support, not fear and shame. Implementing EASY helps them develop the skills they need to manage their impulses and emotions.

Join us to learn more about this compassionate approach to parenting and become the parent you’ve always wanted to be.

LINKS AND RESOURCES:

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 

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Power struggles with toddlers can feel exhausting—but they don’t have to be inevitable. In this episode, I’ll share simple, big-hearted ways to prevent battles before they start. Learn how to give your child a sense of control, offer the right kind of choices, and use playfulness to shift the dynamic. Plus, I’ll answer a listener’s question about bedtime struggles with a strong-willed toddler.

LINKS AND RESOURCES:

ONLINE COURSES

Toddlers Made Easy Course

Potty Training Made Easy 

WORKSHOPS

Help Your Child Fall Asleep Without You!

Tame Tantrums Crash Course

BRAND NEW BOOKS:

Toddlers Made Easy: Raise tiny humans without losing your mind (or your marbles)

Words That Work: 200 Scripts for Big-Hearted Parents - Know exactly what to say no matter what is thrown your way.

FREEBIES:

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

Tame Tantrums: Tame those tantrums Without Losing Your Cool masterclass

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In this episode of Toddlers Made Easy, Dr. Cathryn dives into why toddlers hit, kick, or bite and how to respond with calm, big-hearted strategies. Learn the two-part approach to managing aggression: focus on safety in the moment and teach better responses later. Discover simple ways to prevent aggression, like prepping for playdates, staying tuned to your child’s frustration cues, and teaching calming strategies. Plus, Dr. Cathryn answers a listener’s question about managing bedtime battles. For more, check out her class, Help Your Child Fall Asleep Without You.

Podcast Episode Show Notes: Toddler Sleep Q&A

In this episode of Toddlers Made Easy, Dr. Cathryn answers some of the most common sleep challenges parents face with toddlers and preschoolers.

Topics covered:

Dr. Cathryn shares big-hearted, gentle strategies to:

Plus, learn about her new workshop, Help Your Child Fall Asleep Without You, designed to guide your child toward independent sleep without tears or harsh transitions.

💛 Link to join the workshop in the show notes!

Enjoy better sleep and happier nights!

LINKS AND RESOURCES:

ONLINE COURSES

Toddlers Made Easy Course

Potty Training Made Easy 

WORKSHOPS

Help Your Child Fall Asleep Without You!

Tame Tantrums Crash Course

BRAND NEW BOOKS:

Toddlers Made Easy: Raise tiny humans without losing your mind (or your marbles)

Words That Work: 200 Scripts for Big-Hearted Parents - Know exactly what to say no matter what is thrown your way.

FREEBIES:

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

Tame Tantrums: Tame those tantrums Without Losing Your Cool masterclass

INSTAGRAM @healthiest_baby

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

Sponsor:

ONE SKIN: https://www.oneskin.co/

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]

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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.