Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn

Is potty training turning into a power struggle? Let’s change that. In this episode of Toddlers Made Easy, Dr. Cathryn introduces a game-changing method she calls Lazy Potty Training — a no-pressure, emotionally smart approach that helps toddlers transition out of diapers at their own pace. Forget bootcamps, sticker charts, and rushed weekends. This method blends structure and freedom so kids feel confident, curious, and proud, not resistant or afraid. You’ll learn: ✅ What “lazy potty training” really means (and why it works) ✅ Signs your child isn’t ready to train (yet) ✅ The key to avoiding resistance, rebellion, and constipation ✅ Scripts and steps to guide your toddler without pressure ✅ Why accidents are just learning moments (not failures) Whether you're just thinking about potty training or already feeling stuck, this episode will help you feel calm and clear about your next steps. 🎁 Grab your free 5- Must-Do's Before Starting Potty Training guide: healthiest-baby.com 🚽 Want more support? Check out our best-selling Potty Training Made Easy course ($29).

Tired of mealtime meltdowns? Discover effective strategies to tackle food throwing and picky eating with ease. Learn whether serving dessert with dinner is a good idea and how to handle snack requests after refusing dinner. Find out how long toddlers should really sit at the table and consider the impact of screens during meals. With simple scripts and helpful tips, turn family dinners into a stress-free experience and foster a positive relationship with food.

This week, Dr. Cathryn introduces you to a parenting game-changer: the Big-Hearted Interpretation (BHI). Ever felt frustrated or overwhelmed by your toddler's tantrums, meltdowns, or seemingly impossible behavior? BHI is a simple but powerful mindset shift that helps you see your child’s toughest moments in a new light—leading to less stress for you and more cooperation from your child. In this episode, you'll discover: Exactly what a Big-Hearted Interpretation is and why it matters Real-life examples to clearly illustrate how to use BHI effectively How to move from frustration and reaction to calmness and connection Practical reframes you can use today, like: Instead of "He’s pushing my buttons," try "He's showing me his needs." Instead of "She knows better," consider "Her brain is still learning this." Plus, learn why this compassionate approach not only boosts your child's emotional intelligence and resilience but also strengthens your relationship with them—and yourself! Join the Big-Hearted School of Parenting: Want more help with the toughest parenting moments? Inside our membership, you’ll find: Weekly quick wins Ready-to-use parenting scripts Ask Dr. Cathryn AI, expert answers 24/7 On-demand Masterclasses All for just $9/month—because great parenting support should be accessible. Join the waitlist Stay big-hearted, you've got this! 💛 —Dr. Cathryn

Is your toddler waking up at 2AM (again)? Instead of repeating “Go back to bed,” try this big-hearted, research-backed approach that helps your child feel safe and stay in bed — without tears or power struggles. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ Why toddlers wake at night ✅ A comforting strategy that builds self-soothing skills ✅ How to introduce a “Midnight Helper” stuffed animal ✅ What to say (and not say) during wake-ups It’s simple. It’s powerful. And you can start tonight. ✨ Want more big-hearted sleep tools? Check out the masterclass:Help Your Child Fall Asleep Without You FREE Guide: How To End 2AM Wake-Ups Until next time — stay big-hearted 💛

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: • Why toddlers aren't terrible—they’re under construction • What’s really happening in your child’s brain during tantrums • How small mindset shifts can change everything • The truth behind the phrase “Terrible Twos” • Why play isn’t a break from learning—it is learning • How to support your toddler without needing to be perfect ✨ Want more bite-sized support? Join the upcoming Big-Hearted School of Parenting —tools, scripts, and calm strategies in just 5 minutes a day. Join the waitlist. 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 Tantrum Masterclass: New Book: Toddlers Made Easy E-mail: drcathryn@healthiest-baby.com SPONSOR: KIWI CO

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 workNo 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 CoursePotty Training Made Easy Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_babyFREE Masterclass:Tame Tantrums New Book: Toddlers Made EasyE-mail: drcathryn@healthiest-baby.com

Ready But Resistant — What to Do When Your Child Won’t Sit on the PottyYour 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: The real reason toddlers say “no” to the potty What not to do (hint: no pushing, no bribes) Exactly what to say instead When to pause and how to restart with success ✨ 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!

🎙 Episode Title: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 hereGET THE PARENTING TOOLBOX GUIDE HERE

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.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:✔️ 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 strugglesPlus, 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.What You’ll Learn:✔️ 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 acceptPlus, 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. 💛 Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_babyE-mail: drcathryn@healthiest-baby.com