When Potty Training Goes Sideways. Your tough...

Dr. Cathryn shares a cringeworthy tantrum moment from her own parenting years and the perspective shift that changed how she responds to big feelings. Learn what's really happening in your little kid's brain during a meltdown, the PREP method for preventing tantrums before they s ...  Show more

Parenting has changed a lot over the years. That can leave grandparents wondering why today's parents make some of the choices they do. This episode explains the thinking behind many of those approaches so families can better understand and support one another.We'll cover:• Why s ...  Show more

Is your toddler always pushing back, melting down, or refusing to help? From messy playtime to getting out the door, you’ll learn how to: – Encourage turn-taking, even with babies – Turn cleanup into connection – Use routines and rules to reduce drama – Make transitions smoother ...  Show more

How do you talk to your toddler when they meltdown? What can we say to hold space for our littles in the moment?

In this episode, I share how to talk to kids during a tantrum. I talk about what to say and how to spea ...

Dealing with Toddler Behaviors? In this episode I share three questions to ask yourself before you leap into crisis management mode, before you think your child is choosing to be bad. I reminds parents that kids inherently want to do good and to succeed. Looking for a parenting t ...  Show more

Is your toddler hitting and kicking all the time and you don't know what to do?

Join me as I discuss the priority of keeping everyone safe when a toddler is being physical. I also share strategies and solutions you can ...