Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn

Public tantrums often embarrass us—but why is that the case? Even though we understand that tantrums are a normal part of a child's development, these moments can still make us feel incredibly uneasy. We worry about being judged by others, fearing they might see us as less capable parents. There's also an innate discomfort with displaying strong emotions in public, a societal pressure to keep everything looking 'perfect'.We're bringing you new ways of seeing and solving public tantrums. We're diving into new perspectives that will change how you think about and manage these situations.LINKS AND RESOURCES:COURSESToddlers Made Easy CoursePotty Training Made Easy INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_babyFREEBIES: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: drcathryn@healthiest-baby.comFACTOR MEALS: Get 50% off first boxSend 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.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.

Join Dr. Cathryn as she shares three science-backed tips to help parents maintain their composure with their children. Discover the importance of identifying your triggers, recognizing early stress signs, and implementing a power pause. Dr. Cathryn also highlights the crucial role of self-care and previews the EASY method for managing tantrums.In this episode:- Why parents lose their temper and how to prevent it.- Strategies to stay calm in challenging parenting moments.- The significance of self-care in effective parenting.- An introduction to the EASY method for tantrum management.Sign up for the 'Tame Those Tantrums' masterclass to dive deeper into managing difficult behaviors with empathy and firmness.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 CoursePotty Training Made Easy Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_babyFACTOR MEALSFREEBIES: 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: drcathryn@healthiest-baby.comRate, 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," Dr. Cathryn tackles toddler night wakings, sharing insights from her experiences and scientific research. Highlights include:- The reasons behind toddlers' frequent night wakings and their sleep cycles.- Tips for teaching toddlers self-soothing techniques for better sleep.- The effects of sleep deprivation on parents and kids, including safety and mental health.- Common parenting pitfalls that exacerbate night-waking issues.- Advice for fostering independent sleep habits in toddlers.Dr. Cathryn touches on extra factors that can disrupt sleep, such as new siblings and health issues, and suggests checking out related episodes for more guidance on bedtime routines.Listeners are encouraged to connect with Dr. Cathryn through Instagram DMs or email for personal advice and to access a free masterclass on tantrum management.REGISTER FOR FREE TAME THOSE TANTRUMS masterclass hereSend 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 CoursePotty Training Made Easy Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_babyFREEBIES: 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: drcathryn@healthiest-baby.comRate, 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 "Parenting Together: When You Don't Agree," Dr. Cathryn dives into the real-life struggles of balancing different parenting styles, just like Cheryl's story where she and her husband can't seem to find common ground on discipline. Discover how open communication and mutual support can transform co-parenting challenges into opportunities for growth. Join us as we explore practical steps to harmonize your parenting approach, ensuring you both work towards the ultimate goal: nurturing and loving your child. Plus, get a sneak peek into the "Toddlers Made Easy" course, a resource packed with expert advice for smoothing out the bumps in the parenting journey. Remember, despite the differences, it's your shared love for your child that truly unites you.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:Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_babyCheck out our bestselling online courses: Toddlers Made Easy CoursePotty Training Made Easy 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: drcathryn@healthiest-baby.comRate, 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.

Exploring challenges like a child feeling unliked, empathetic parenting strategies, stages of friendship development, importance of empathy and emotional intelligence, and using Big-Hearted Interpretations to enhance social skills.

In this episode, we delve into fostering kindness within our families, prompted by a study showing kids often think their parents value success over empathy. As a pediatrician and mom, I share actionable steps for embedding kindness in our daily lives, from acknowledging the grocery store clerk to engaging in family volunteer work. We discuss the importance of leading by example, celebrating small acts of kindness, teaching the value of apologies, and making amends. This journey towards raising caring, respectful, and responsible adults starts with our actions more than our words. Join us as we navigate the path of nurturing compassionate children poised to make a positive difference.Links and Resources:Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_baby/Check out our bestselling online courses: Toddlers Made Easy CoursePotty Training Made Easy 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 Join our upcoming FREE Potty Party!E-mail: drcathryn@healthiest-baby.comRate, 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 today’s episode, Dr. Cathryn delves into the crucial balance of big-hearted parenting, navigating the fine line between gentleness and permissiveness. Highlighting a listener's question about sibling name-calling, Dr. Cathryn offers practical advice on fostering a supportive family environment where feelings are acknowledged, and teaching needed skills is encouraged over shame and punishment. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to strengthen their parent-child bond with compassion and effective leadership, ensuring their child feels valued and understood, all while learning to manage their emotions and actions constructively.Links and Resources:Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_baby/Check out our bestselling online courses: Toddlers Made Easy CoursePotty Training Made Easy 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: drcathryn@healthiest-baby.comRate, 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 your toddler’s desire to delay dozing off driving you to distraction?Bedtime fears usually start at around two years and may last several years. They happen very commonly because children spend their days in imaginative play, and it is tough for them to turn that off at bedtime. Even though there are many valid reasons for your toddler to fight at bedtime, you still need a chance to get some rest. Your needs matter and you have less to give when you need to recharge. So there is no need to feel guilty about wanting your child to sleep so you can take some time for yourself. In this episode, I talk about bedtime fears and how to overcome them. I go into why children have those fears and explain why they tend to happen from a developmental perspective. Stay tuned to learn how to lovingly, respectfully, and effectively manage your toddler’s bedtime fears.Five things likely to contribute to your toddler’s bedtime fears: Young kids experience separation anxiety, so it makes sense that they fuss when you leave the room. Toddlers tend to be defiant by nature because they want more control over their world.  A toddler’s brain is still developing. So they have so little control over their emotions. Toddlers do not understand the concept of time. So when you tell them you will see them in the morning, it seems forever away. The frontal lobe of a toddler’s brain is still developing. That is the part that allows us to reason, problem-solve, and make plans. So they are not able to talk themselves down.  Show highlights: Five things likely to contribute to bedtime fears from a developmental perspective. Why is an early bedtime best? The benefits of creating a short bedtime routine. Some effective ways to manage your toddler’s bedtime fears. The importance of creating a responsible and healthy bedtime routine. How to take charge of your child’s bedtime routine. Some calming strategies that you can teach your child to develop. How to use deep breathing in the present moment. How to stay on the same team as your child. Some easy steps to help you manage bedtimes without getting wound up. I have a bite-size course coming up soon on managing bedtime like a pro. I’ll tell you more in a future episode. Links and Resources:Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_baby/Check out our bestselling online courses: Toddlers Made Easy CoursePotty Training Made Easy 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: drcathryn@healthiest-baby.comRate, 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.

Learn how to set firm yet loving boundaries with your toddlers. Dr. Cathryn discusses the importance of staying calm, validating feelings, and effective communication. Discover practical strategies for navigating tough parenting moments and setting clear expectations. Tune in for insights on balancing firmness and compassion for positive learning experiences.

This podcast discusses a gentle method for helping toddlers fall asleep independently. It explores challenges parents face at bedtime, introduces the easy-doesit method, and emphasizes the importance of emotional support and gradual reduction of parental involvement. It also addresses transitioning to independent sleep, dealing with dependent sleepers, and introduces the 'easy desert routine'.