Parents have never had more information about early childhood than they do today. We track sleep, research milestones, optimize toys, and fill our days with activities meant to help our toddlers thrive. And yet - many parents quietly wonder why their child still feels overwhelmed, dysregulated, or unsettled. In this episode, I explore a difficult but hopefu ... Show More
Feb 17
Why Some Kids Cooperate - And Others Struggle Ep 143
Are calm, cooperative kids just born that way?Recently, there’s been growing conversation around Japanese parenting - how children there seem more respectful, more self-disciplined, and more socially aware.But is it cultural magic?Or is it development?In this episode of Talking T ... Show More
40m 28s
Feb 3
Why Your Toddler Isn’t Listening Yet (And What Actually Builds It) Ep 141
If you’ve ever wondered “Why won’t my toddler listen?” — this episode is for you.Many parents assume listening is a behavior problem.But developmentally, listening is a brain skill — one that takes time, guidance, and the right conditions to grow.In this episode, Erin Hyer — a sp ... Show More
57m 2s
Dec 2024
Rude or Just Learning? Big-Hearted Fixes for Toddler Challenges
In this episode, Dr. Cathryn dives into three common toddler parenting challenges with big-hearted, practical solutions: Rudeness: Learn how to validate your toddler’s feelings without reinforcing rude behavior, teach social alternatives like waving instead of talking, and defuse ... Show More
15m 19s
Feb 2025
Beyond Time-Outs: What To Do Before, During, and After a Tantrum
In this episode of "Toddlers Made Easy," Dr. Cathryn shares insights from her own parenting journey, focusing on how to effectively handle toddler tantrums. Discover why traditional methods like time-outs may not always work and learn about the natural stages of a tantrum, from a ... Show More
15m 30s
