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PODCAST

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn

Toddlers Made Easy is a short, 10 minute, bite-sized podcast that gives you the insight, tools, and confidence you need to not only handle anything toddler-related thrown your way —but prevent problem behaviors before they start. Toddlers Made Easy is hosted by Dr. Cathryn, a nationally recognized pediatrician (retired) with more than 35 years of experience and a mother of 4.

kids & family parenting

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9:08

How To Stop Your Toddler From Spitting

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2023/01/11

Did you know that spitting might simply be your toddler’s way of showing their singularity? Spitting is a pretty common toddler problem. It may seem gross to us as parents, but toddlers find it funny and love to watch their parents freaking out! That does not make them bad kids. They just enjoy feeling powerful. Developmentally, toddlers are starting to realize themselves as separate people, and seeing their parents get upset emphasizes their sense of individuality. An effective way to stop them

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11:01

The Excitable Child, and How To Dial Down Their...

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2023/01/04

Does your toddler’s extra-enthusiastic, energetic, and excitable temperament ever exasperate you? Some kids are just naturally more intense, passionate, and emotional than others. Two-year-olds have limited self-control. So even though toddlers with big, exuberant personalities are delightful, their extreme enthusiasm can sometimes cause problems. They cannot restrain their energy, so their hugs and physical interactions can often be too much for other children to bear. Today, I dive into the topic

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13:50

Overcoming Bedtime Fears

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2022/12/28

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

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13:48

How to Calm Tantrums

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2022/12/21

Did you know that you can reduce troublesome tantrums by tapping into what’s causing them? Toddlers’ tantrums can be wild, irrational, and confusing. So it helps to understand that tantrums are a normal part of a toddler’s development because their brains are still developing. When a tantrum happens, the toddler’s right brain, which is the part that is emotional, impulsive, and tuned into non-verbal cues, overwhelms the left brain and takes control. Fortunately, your adult brain is balanced, and

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9:58

Sibling Rivalry

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2022/12/14

Did you know that treating siblings as equals fuels friction and fighting? Sibling relationships are complex. Observational studies have shown that some siblings fight as often as eight times an hour! Yet those relationships are essential for shaping children, and from a developmental standpoint, sibling rivalry helps kids figure out their distinctive qualities. Siblings support one another and learn from each other. But they also compete for their parent's love and attention. So when we

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13:42

Separation Anxiety in Toddlers

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2022/12/07

Do you dread the despair of difficult daily drop-offs? The woeful look on a toddler’s face when parting makes it hard for parents to walk away without feeling heartbroken and guilty. Most children become clingy between eighteen months and three years of age, and all kids experience anxiety at some point in their early years. So it’s normal and expected for toddlers to feel sad and stressed when saying goodbye. Every child is different, and they all develop at their own pace, so we never know when

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10:25

Don't Force Sharing

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2022/11/30

Did you know that toddlers cannot comprehend the concept of sharing? Snatching toys and shouting “mine” is not a sign of selfishness in toddlers. It only happens because they have no idea what sharing is. Issues around sharing- or not sharing can cause a lot of uncertainty and embarrassment and may even lead parents to doubt themselves. That’s why we need to understand that toddlers are not being selfish when they fail to share. They are simply finding ways to understand the world around

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13:00

Avoid Picky Eating Habits

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2022/11/23

Are your toddler’s picky eating patterns perturbing you? Fussy eating habits and mealtime conflicts can be very frustrating! Food battles can cause a great deal of stress and may even lead us to encourage habitual behavior we later regret. It is way easier to learn a good habit than it is to break a bad one! So, today, I would like to help you avoid the pain of picky eating issues by discussing ways to prevent those problems before the behavior becomes entrenched. When we understand what is normal

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10:25

Do Time-Outs Work?

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2022/11/16

Are time-outs truly the best way to tackle your toddlers’ tantrums? Time-outs have been the go-to method for dealing with children’s undesirable behavior since the 1950s. From the age of two, most parents start considering what works and what does not. Many parents tend to worry about being too hard or too soft on their children, getting them to listen, or even messing them up. In this episode, I’m combining my years of first-hand experience with scientific research to discuss whether or not

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9:01

What To Do When Toddlers Lie

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2022/11/09

Has your toddler been telling tall tales? If so, don’t panic! All kids stretch the truth at times, and lying is a perfectly normal part of a toddler’s development. Even though it can be perplexing to hear your toddler tell unlikely stories, it is neither a reflection of bad character nor a sign of moral weakness! Lying is a complex skill. So, when two-year-olds do it, it is considered a sign of advanced cognitive capabilities and shows that they have an active imagination. Despite that, we still

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12:41

Thumb-Sucking: Do’s and Don'ts

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2022/11/02

Toddlers suck their thumb when bored, falling asleep, upset, and watching tv. It creates a yummy feeling, like a day at the spa. Over time, kids develop other calming skills and typically give the habit up. But what if they don’t? Most kids will stop sucking their thumbs around 2-4 years of age, or by the time the permanent teeth are ready to erupt. That is, as long as we don’t pester our kids about thumb-sucking. When we pressure our kids to stop, we may inadvertently cause more thumbsucking

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10:56

How to Stop Your Toddler From Throwing Things

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2022/10/26

No one wants their kids flinging toys/objects across the room. I’m not talking about a friendly game of catch. I’m talking about when the remote control goes flying because you said, “No, sweetheart, you can’t have cake for breakfast.” In this episode, Dr. Cathryn helps us understand why kids throw things and how to end this habit in ways that protect a child’s dignity, curiosity, and self-esteem. FREE TAME TANTRUMS MASTERCLASSWatch our FREE Tame Tantrums Masterclass and manage tantrums without

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10:51

How to Stop Your Child's Whining

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2022/10/19

Kids whine for many reasons, but driving you crazy isn’t actually one of them. Toddlers lack sophistication… and moaning and groaning is their way of saying, “I need you. Please take care of me.” Instead of viewing whining as a toddler trying to manipulate you, remember that whining is a toddler's attempt at trying to be seen and heard. They just lack the tools to do this. So, how can we help our kids communicate more effectively?3 PRO-TIPS:1. When you want to get through to a toddler, use

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10:32

How To Avoid Power Struggles

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2022/10/12

It’s so easy to get sucked into power struggles with toddlers. We get hung up thinking we need to teach our kids, “who’s the boss”. So, what’s the best way to deal with power struggles?? Avoiding them altogether! In today’s episode, we discuss simple, effective, strategies to avoid tug-of-wars. Less fighting means you’ll have more time and energy to enjoy your little superstar. INSTAGRAMFollow Dr Cathryn on Instagram: @healthiest_baby TODDLERS MADE EASY courseCheck out our course: Toddlers Made

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11:07

Potty-Training Problems, Peaceful Solutions

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2022/10/05

Accidents happen. When you’re potty training they’re likely to happen a lot. When we consider accidents part of the learning process, they’re easier to respond to gently. Today, we will discuss ways to respond to accidents that send the right message, “I believe you.”INSTAGRAMFollow Dr Cathryn on Instagram: @healthiest_babyTODDLERS MADE EASY courseCheck out our course: Toddlers Made Easy CourseWEEKLY PARENTING INSIGHTSSign up for our FREE weekly parenting tips: Baby School In Bite-Sized Chunks

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10:54

Should you force apologies?

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2022/09/28

The problem with forced apologies is that it causes a child to feel shame without teaching them anything about empathy. And it often doesn’t even necessarily soothe the hurt child because they sense the apology is false.⁣ So, What Should You Do Instead? In this episode, dr cathryn discusses how to raise a child who shows respect and caring for others. And this includes research-based strategies on how to encourage your toddler to give heartfelt apologies. And lastly, a reminder, toddlers are growing

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11:35

Why Toddlers Bite and How To Stop Them

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2022/09/21

Parenting is tough. But parenting a little biter is even more challenging. In today’s episode, we’ll look at how to find the right response to biting so your child learns more effective ways of managing big feelings. But hear me out… biting doesn’t mean your child is bad or spoiled. And no, you’re not a bad parent! INSTAGRAM Follow Dr Cathryn on Instagram: @healthiest_baby TODDLERS MADE EASY course Check out our course: Toddlers Made Easy Course WEEKLY PARENTING INSIGHTS Sign up for our FREE

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11:07

Easy Gentle Potty Training - Part 2

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2022/09/14

In this episode Dr. Cathryn revisits her last topic: using a gentle, no-stress approach to potty training. If this is your first time hearing about it, be sure to go back and listen to her previous episode where she goes over Part 1.INSTAGRAM Follow Dr Cathryn on Instagram: @healthiest_baby TODDLERS MADE EASY course Check out our course: Toddlers Made Easy Course WEEKLY PARENTING INSIGHTS Sign up for our FREE Toddler Talks. I'll send you a short weekly e-mail with a clear and solid parenting

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12:34

Things Not To Say During A Tantrum

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2022/09/07

Tantrums are a normal part of raising a toddler, and sometimes there are things parents can do or say to make tantrums worse without realizing it. Listen in as Dr. Cathryn goes over what to avoid when your toddler is throwing a tantrum and what it is you can do to navigate them as a parent. INSTAGRAM Follow Dr Cathryn on Instagram: @healthiest_baby TODDLERS MADE EASY course Check out our course: Toddlers Made Easy Course WEEKLY PARENTING INSIGHTS Sign up for our FREE Toddler Talks. I'll send

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12:20

“I Only Want Mommy” What To Do When a Toddler...

Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn ·

2022/09/07

Sometimes toddlers will show favoritism for one parent over the other. This can be draining for the one who is "the favorite" and insulting for the one who is not. In this episode, Dr. Cathryn addresses this behavior and how to understand and manage it respectfully but effectively. INSTAGRAM Follow Dr Cathryn on Instagram: @healthiest_baby TODDLERS MADE EASY course Check out our course: Toddlers Made Easy Course WEEKLY PARENTING INSIGHTS Sign up for our FREE Toddler Talks. I'll send you a

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