When Potty Training Feels Hard: Encouragement and Practical Help
From The Works of Wonder Podcast by Dr. Beth Long
May 5, 2026 · 22 min
About this episode
Dr. Beth Long discusses effective and supportive approaches to potty training, addressing challenges faced by parents and the impact of neurodivergence and developmental delays.
This week on the podcast, Dr. Beth Long explores how to approach potty training in a way that is both effective and supportive for your child. She discusses how many parents feel overwhelmed or discouraged in the process, especially when progress does not look the way they expected. Through both clinical insight and practical guidance, Dr. Long walks through what it means to teach this skill with consistency, clarity, and patience. She also addresses how neurodivergence and developmental delays can impact potty training, emphasizing that while the process may look different, it is not impossible. With the right approach, children can learn in a way that fits their needs. This episode offers both encouragement and direction, helping parents move forward with confidence, understanding, and realistic expectations as they support their child through this important milestone. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so that you don’t miss an episode! Be sure to pick up your copy of Dr. Long’s book, Beyond Words: The Art of Effectively Parenting Your Children. You can grab it on amazon. Follow Dr. Long: Instagram: @drbethlong Facebook: Beth Long, PhD TikTok: @drbethlong Follow Works of…
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Host: Dr. Beth Long
Topics covered
- potty training
- parenting
- neurodivergence
- developmental delays
- supportive approaches
Keywords
- potty training
- parenting tips
- neurodivergence
- developmental delays
- child development
- supportive parenting
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Beyond Words: The Art of Effectively Parenting Your Children
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