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
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Aug 20
Calm, Connect, and Communicate With Your Toddler
Join Dr. Cathryn in this episode as she guides you through handling tough toddler moments with calmness and empathy. Learn to see past the surface behavior and understand your child's emotions. For example, if your toddler says, "I hate the baby", instead of ignoring these feelin ... Show More
8m 55s
Aug 6
Why You Should Gossip With Stuffed Animals (Yes, Really)
In this sweet and surprising episode, Dr. Cathryn shares a playful, science-backed way to boost your toddler’s confidence and cooperation — all by whispering to their teddy bear. Learn why toddlers respond better to overheard praise, how to highlight the behavior you want more of ... Show More
7m 34s
Nov 2023
156. How to handle OUR aging parents
Let’s discuss aging parents, toxic parents, narcissistic parents, and setting boundaries. Somewhere along the line, we start to parent our parents. They can seem demanding and childish…and that’s par for the course. Today we’ll talk about best practices in keeping your boundaries ... Show More
22m 12s
Sep 2023
Potty Training - How to Know When Your Toddler is Ready with Christine Brown
September 19, 2023
Transforming the Toddler Years- Episode 73
Potty Training - How to Know When Your Toddler is Ready with Christine Brown
In this episode, Cara welcomes Christine Brown, a mom to twin boys and the founder of Bella Luna Family, a parent consulting company that spe ... Show More
41m 50s
Nov 2023
Your Burning Parenting Questions, ANSWERED!
By popular demand, we’re devoting a whole episode to answering YOUR burning questions. Join us as we answer your Q’s on:
How to end parent preference struggles for good! Get your life back, girl!
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43m 34s
May 2024
How to discipline in public | 57
Picture this - You’re at a party and all of a sudden another child comes up to you and tells you your child SPIT on another child. 😳What in the world? You’re instantly filled with anxiety, shock, and embarrassment. You step in to find out what’s going on but to your dismay, your ... Show More
10m 42s
Nov 2014
#248 What Works To Help Toddlers Learn to Talk... Part 2!
In this week’s teachmetotalk podcast I'm continuing my series on what works to help toddlers learn to talk. Join me, pediatric speech-language pathologist Laura Mize, M.S., CCC-SLP, founder of teachmetotalk.com, as I highlight strategies that are highly effective in helping late ... Show More
59 m
May 2024
How to Travel with Toddlers
Travelling with toddlers is hard, heavy work! Looking for some strategies to make flying a little less stressful? I've got you covered! In this episode I share the different ways parents and caregivers can engage with toddlers, rather than entertain, while flying.
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13m 49s