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Episode Synopsis
Why does ânoâ stop working with toddlersâand what should you say instead?
In this episode, Dr. Cathryn breaks down why ânoâ becomes background noise, what to say that actually works, and how small language shifts can transform power struggles into cooperation.
Youâll learn:
Why toddlers tune out ânoâ
Simple swaps that get better results
Real-life examples you can use today
Ready to go deeper? Check out the Big-Hearted School of Parenting for practical, loving strategies that make parenting easier.
RESOURCES:
Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: â @healthiest_babyâ
Join Dr. Cathryn's live workshop, Help! My Child Will Only Poop in a Diaper, and get a proven, pediatrician-backed plan to finally move past the diaper-to-potty standoffâfor good.
Sponsors for this episode:
Acorns Early
OSEA
In this episode, Dr. Cathryn breaks down why ânoâ becomes background noise, what to say that actually works, and how small language shifts can transform power struggles into cooperation.
Youâll learn:
Why toddlers tune out ânoâ
Simple swaps that get better results
Real-life examples you can use today
Ready to go deeper? Check out the Big-Hearted School of Parenting for practical, loving strategies that make parenting easier.
RESOURCES:
Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: â @healthiest_babyâ
Join Dr. Cathryn's live workshop, Help! My Child Will Only Poop in a Diaper, and get a proven, pediatrician-backed plan to finally move past the diaper-to-potty standoffâfor good.
Sponsors for this episode:
Acorns Early
OSEA
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