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Mar 2023
14m 41s

Navigating Potty Training Problems

Dr. Cathryn
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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 quickly from one activity to the next. They tend to use the potty much the same, so they sometimes don't sit there as long as they should. Today I answer some burning questions from parents about potty training. ... Show More
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