Stuck in the Potty Training Start-Stop Loop? Here's What to Do Differently

About this episode

Dr. Cathryn discusses overcoming challenges in potty training and offers strategies to make the process smoother.

Are you stuck in the potty training start-stop loop? You try, it falls apart, you stop — and now you're dreading starting again. In this episode, Dr. Cathryn explains why potty battles happen, why your first attempt wasn't a failure, and how one simple shift can change everything. In this episode: Why kids push back against potty training (it's not stubbornness) The real reason accidents happen more than you think Kyle's story — and the one change that made all the difference How to reintroduce the potty without pressure or battles The simple phrase that puts your child back in control Ready to restart or start for the first time? Join Dr. Cathryn's free workshop, Potty Without Pushback — April 30th at 10am EST. RESOURCES Potty Without Pushback Workshop: TAP HERE TO SAVE YOUR SEAT APRIL 30th, 10 AM EST YOU'LL WALK AWAY KNOWING: A kinder, quicker way  to ditch diapers for good How to potty train  without the power struggles  Why your child needs to know  " I'm the boss of my body" The big-hearted way  to promote independence, body awareness, and boost your child's confidence.  What to do when things go sideways  — accidents, setbacks, refusals…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Cathryn

Topics covered

• potty training
• parenting
• child development
• independence
• confidence

Keywords

• potty training
• start-stop loop
• parenting tips
• child control
• potty battles

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