Help, My Kid Won't Poop on the Potty! (Here's Why — and What to Do)
About this episode
Dr. Cathryn discusses common issues with potty training, specifically why some children resist pooping on the potty and how to address it.
Your little kid pees on the potty just fine — but when it comes to poop? Diaper only, thank you very much. You haven't done anything wrong. This is one of the most common potty-training hiccups, affecting 20–25% of little kids. In this episode, Dr. Cathryn breaks down exactly why it happens and what actually helps. You'll learn: The real reason most kids resist (hint: it's fear, not stubbornness) What to say — and what not to say Simple ways to make the potty feel safer and less overwhelming How to move toward the potty in tiny, low-pressure steps Why stool softness matters more than most parents realize This isn't about saying enough is enough. It's about understanding what's driving the resistance — and meeting your child there. 🎓 Ready to go deeper? Mini-course: Help! My Child Will Only Poop in a Diaper → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
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