Ever wonder why your toddler keeps hitting, even though you’ve told them it’s not okay a million times? In this episode, I explain the real reasons behind toddler hitting and how you can respond without losing your cool. It’s all about guiding them with kindness, understanding, and big-hearted boundaries.
Here are a few of the must-know insights from today’s ... Show More
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
Apr 2025
Toddlers Hitting, Biting, and Throwing Things
#054 In today’s episode, Lisa goes through ten listener questions around the topic of toddlers hitting, biting, and throwing things.
Before the questions, she explains whether or not all toddlers have this behaviour, what age Lisa considers to be a toddler, and how she approache ... Show More
25m 12s
Apr 2025
What to Do When Your Kid Says “I Hate Myself” and How to Build Self-Compassion With Renowned Harvard Psychiatrist Dr. Blaise Aguirre
In today’s episode I sit down with Dr. Blaise Aguirre, renowned Harvard psychiatrist to explore the roots of self-hatred and how it differs from everyday self-criticism. We unpack how early experiences—often subtle and unintentional—can shape a child’s sense of worth, and what it ... Show More
1 h
May 22
The #1 Thing Kids Need From You (Especially When They Mess Up)
Do you want your child to always feel safe enough to come to you, no matter what mistakes they've made? Are you sometimes unsure how to react when your child disappoints you, without resorting to punishment or judgment?Today, we're diving deep into the power of being your child's ... Show More
8m 59s