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 three-year-old daughter discovered the f-word, and Jillian has no idea where she learned it because they don’t swear at home. When it happened, everyone was shocked, so they burst out laughing. Now, Jillian wish ... Show More
Aug 19
Making School Goodbyes Easier
Starting school stirs up big feelings — for little kids and for the parents saying goodbye. Dr. Cathryn shares the moment that changed drop-offs for good with her own youngest, plus the big-hearted scripts, routines, and small shifts that make those first mornings smoother.In thi ... Show More
9m 55s
Aug 12
When Potty Training Goes Sideways. Your toughest potty training questions, answered
When potty training goes sideways, it's easy to wonder if you're doing something wrong. In this episode, I answer a parent's question about a 3-year-old who won't pee or poop on the potty and explain why less pressure often leads to more progress.You'll learn practical strategies ... Show More
10m 32s
Jul 2023
Help - my kid won't stop swearing
Like it or not, children will learn to swear from school, videos, even their parents. So what can you do to stop your child being a pottymouth?
In this Help Me, Maggie episode Maggie Dent explains why children might swear, how to discourage them from using offensive words and wh ... Show More
8m 55s
Nov 2016
My Son Is Saying the F-Word
A mother writes that her “kind, sensitive” boy has picked up the F-word and is using it frequently to test his parents’ patience. She says that she has tried a variety of responses, ranging from ignoring the word to disallowing it, but nothing has helped. Both parents are out of ... Show More
13m 21s
Apr 2024
Case Study: My Toddler Won’t Stop Screaming in Public
Are you ever mortified in public when your child’s voice rockets through the mall? Today, we unpack the nuances of communication, tantrums, and the genuine distress many parents face.It's a scene familiar to many—a peaceful outing shattered by a sudden outburst from a toddler. Ch ... Show More
12m 8s
<p><strong>How do you talk to your toddler when they meltdown? What can we say to hold space for our littles in the moment?</strong></p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode, I share <strong>how to talk to kids during a tantrum</strong>. I talk about <strong>what to say and how to spea ... Show More
