Did you know that encouraging toddlers to entertain themselves independently is essential for their evolution? I have often heard parents commenting that they cannot get anything done because their children will not play without them. Yet, it is essential to understand that playing on their own helps children develop confidence, build resilience, and increas ... Show More
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Why Is My Toddler Suddenly Scared of Everything?
Your toddler suddenly hates the dark. They’re terrified of the vacuum, the bathtub drain, or the public washroom they used last week without a problem.What happened?In this episode, Dr. Cathryn explains why new fears are so common during the toddler and preschool years, and why t ... Show More
9m 48s
Sep 9
TME 211 - How To Help A Picky Eater
If every meal feels like a negotiation over one more bite, it may be time to try something different.When parents worry their child isn’t eating enough, it’s natural to coax, bargain, bribe, or plead. But that pressure can actually make picky eating worse.In this episode, I’m sha ... Show More
10m 51s
Sep 2
The Hardest Moments After Bringing Home a New Baby... and How to Help Your Toddler Through Them
Bringing home a new baby can turn a toddler’s world upside down. Suddenly, your potty-trained, independent kid is having accidents, asking to be carried, or needing you every time you sit down to feed the baby.In this episode, Dr. Cathryn explains why regression after a new sibli ... Show More
10m 19s
Jul 2020
Engaging in Your Child's Play Without Interrupting
A parent hopes to encourage her 21-month old’s self-directed play by sitting with her in her play area observing, “ready to respond if she engages with me.” Lately, she says, her daughter has been asking for help with tasks she can do by herself, and also actively directing both ... Show More
22m 52s
Nov 2023
35. Raising Confident Kids
How do you find balance in raising confident and independent kids while still serving them?Teaching confidence and independence involves knowing when to step back and when to step in. It's about offering guidance and support while allowing them the space to try, fail, learn, and ... Show More
15m 44s
Jul 2025
How to Get Your Toddler to Listen Without Yelling: 7 Everyday Strategies Ep 111
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
41m 10s
Sep 2024
Preparing your child for preschool using play
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, I chat with Connie about the critical aspects of preschool education, emphasizing the importance of play in child development. We explore the challenges children face in adapting to open-ended play, the significance of emotional regulation, a ... Show More
57m 47s
<p>Do you want to raise kids who are confident in who they are?</p>
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<p>Join me in this episode where I dive into the importance of <strong>self-skills, confidence and relationship skills</strong> to help kids have a <strong>deep knowing of who they are </strong>and wh ... Show More
