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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 ...

Are you a big fan of the dentist?? Imagine for a moment you’re heading off to the dentist. Maybe you're thinking, yikes. You're not exactly thrilled,...

When you were learning to drive a car, did you just show up on the day of the exam? No, you practiced and prepared for it in stages. Turns out the sa...

Being a grandparent is truly wonderful, awesome, and fantastic to say the least. But it also can be a bit tricky! Parenting attitudes and goals have u...

After working as a pediatrician for more than a quarter of a century, I have learned many big lessons. One of which is that parents are naturally big-...

Parents often reach out to me concerned about their child's challenging behaviors, such as hitting, throwing toys, and not listening. They wonder how ...

Would you believe me if I said that toddlers are the most misunderstood people on the planet?  In this episode, we’re uncovering the common misconcep...

Feel like your toddler is acting out, or throwing more fits than normal, and you’re not sure why? Toddlers often lack the verbal skills to articulate ...

Picture this: the breakfast table is set, the sun is shining, and the birds are chirping. You've managed to get your three-year-old to sit down, ready...

Are you struggling with tricky toddler moments? Ever find yourself in situations where you think, "I can't do this"? Well, fear not, you aren’t alone!...

Guess what? I just became a grandmother a few days ago! As a mom and a new grandmother, I know the struggles of bedtime. In this episode, we're diving...

Are you tired of feeling guilty and overwhelmed because you're constantly yelling at your kids? Do you wish you could be calmer and more in control of...

In this episode, we'll be talking about an issue that we know all too well: dealing with clingy toddlers. We like to call this the snuggle struggle! A...

Today, we’re diving into a hot topic, potty training! More specifically, we're chatting about why traditional potty training is totally outdated, and ...

Do you have a tattle tale? If so, today’s episode is for you. Let me paint a picture. Three-and-a-half-year-old Sam is a sweet kid, but he's in the ha...

Fears can be formidable for toddlers to face! Particularly so before they have formed the skills to express themselves fully. Fear is a survival mech...

It can really be tough to manage those times when your toddler throws tantrums in public places!  Raising a toddler is hard, and parents sometimes fe...

All kids curse at some point! (Even though they most likely don’t understand what they are saying.) Last week, Jillian wrote in asking for help. Her ...

Getting little ones to listen can drive parents to their wits' end! However, there are productive, practical, and pleasant ways of persuading kids to ...

Pushing your child to eat more or specific foods may actually promote picky eating problems. Dealing with fussy eating habits is one of the more chal...

As a parent, you will be pleased to learn that pooping issues are pretty common during potty training! Toddlers have a short attention span and buzz ...

Does thinking of introducing your toddler to their new sibling stress you out? If so, the solution may be much simpler than you surmised. No matter w...

Unrealistic expectations start early. Would you believe that most moms magnify what their toddlers can manage? Having unrealistic expectations can le...

Would it surprise you to learn that pooping problems often prevail during the potty training process?  Toddlers love routines and rituals, so changin...

Did you know that setting limits for your little ones will let them know they are looked after and loved? Most parents find it easy to love their kid...

Did you know that encouraging toddlers to entertain themselves independently is essential for their evolution? I have often heard parents commenting ...

Did you know toddlers do not typically try to hurt the person they hit?  Your toddler is not a bad kid if they smack someone. Nor does it mean you ar...

Did you know that smiling, smirking, or sniggering is a common way for toddlers to cope with the stress of being scolded? It can be challenging for p...

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 ...

Does your toddler’s extra-enthusiastic, energetic, and excitable temperament ever exasperate you? Some kids are just naturally more intense, passiona...