59. Bribing for Potty Training Will Backfire ...

In this episode, I’m calling out the biggest myth of the holiday season—that you can make magic or “craft core memories” for your kids. You can’t. What your child remembers isn’t the matching pajamas or perfect tree—it’s how they felt. I’ll share stories from my own childhood (po ...  Show more

In this episode of Oh Crap Potty Training, we’re talking about a question that trips up so many parents: Should you tell your child ahead of time that you’re starting potty training? Some kids need a heads-up, while others will use that time to dig in their heels. And what about ...  Show more

Picture this: Mom sees two and a half year old Johnny squirming and doing the I need to go pee dance. So she tells him to go sit on the potty. Johnny ignores his mom and a minute later he pees in his pants. Needless to say, Johnny's mom was irritated. Does this sound at all famil ...  Show more

Potty Training regression can happen for many reasons, one being for attention when a new sibling enters the home. Erin shares with a mom how to work to get her son back on track. Then Erin answers a question from a mom seeking clarification on when encouragement is too much, ...

This week on the podcast we’re tackling two of the most defeating moments in parenthood. First, the toddler tantrums. What do you do when they seem never ending? We’ve got answers! Plus, what to do when you just can’t seem to get over the potty training hump. 

How do you know it’s the right time to start potty training your toddler? There are many signs to look out for when starting the journey. But if you started too soon and it’s not working, don’t worry. You CAN take a break! This week on the podcast, Jennifer and Laura explain what ...  Show more