Get ready for summer with me in this special episode as we revisit all the essential strategies for transitioning smoothly into the sunny season with your little ones, originally aired on Episode 132 of the Oh Crap! Parenting podcast. From tackling endless snacking dilemmas with protein-packed snack ideas to keeping boredom at bay with creative activities like marble runs and fort building, I've got you covered. Learn how to support your child through dysregulation and overwhelming...

First off: listen till the end. There's lots of great info towards the end. Today, we are entering the world of magnesium with Dr. Barb Woegerer! Dr. Barb Woegerer, a naturopathic doctor based in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada, specializes in women's health, stress management, and inflammatory conditions, with a key emphasis on the role of magnesium in overall health and wellness, especially in treating constipation. Together, we explore the different types of magnesium and their unique benefits....

Today, we're talking limit testing behavior in potty training. Kids often push boundaries by purposefully having accidents or making inappropriate statements to gauge parental reactions. I stress the significance of setting firm boundaries and remaining consistent in enforcing them, likening it to putting a fence around a yard for safety. It's essential to differentiate between behavior-driven accidents and physical issues like constipation, addressing underlying issues effectively. We...

I'm coming at you with a little bit of tough love, today. We're talking behavioral issues that often get mistaken for potty training challenges. From playing in poop to uncontrollable diarrhea and refusal to wear clothes, these issues can be more than just about using the potty. I dive into each scenario, highlighting the importance of addressing underlying behavioral and parenting dynamics. Join me as we unravel the complexities and find practical solutions to support both children and...

Transitioning back to daycare or preschool after spring break can be daunting, but fear not! In this episode, we dive into strategies to navigate this tricky phase. From understanding daycare bathroom setups to fostering open communication with providers, I've got you covered. Join me as we tackle the ins and outs of potty training during this transitional period and set your child up for success!(00:00:02) Transitioning Back to Daycare Potty Training(00:00:38) Potty Training at...

In this episode of Oh Crap! Potty Training, we delve into the challenges of setting boundaries while navigating children's preferences, especially when dealing with kids who will only use a particular potty. From setting boundaries to navigating parental preferences, I delve into strategies for guiding children's behavior and fostering independence during the potty training journey. We explore how to support children through outings and using different restrooms while maintaining patience and...

I'm covering the key strategies and pitfalls of guiding your child through the potty training journey. From crowdsourcing potty training advice to prompting techniques and dealing with helicopter parenting, we discuss it all. I emphasize the importance of sticking to a solid plan tailored to your child's needs, steering clear of social media until well into the process to avoid conflicting advice overload. We explore the power of using statements, choices, and challenges during training,...

Today, I'm diving deep into techniques and advice for tackling the common challenge of pee withholding with your little one. From understanding the levels of withholding to practical release tricks like blowing raspberries or singing, we explore strategies to make the potty a more comfortable place for your child. I also address the importance of knowing when it's time to seek professional help for extreme withholding. With patience, consistency, and understanding, we can help our children...

Erica's Website: https://www.centerforconfidentparenting.org/ Hey! Today, we dove into the essential topic of establishing solid sleep routines for our little ones. Joined by the insightful Erica Desper, we talked all things consistency, understanding your child's unique temperament, figuring out the right bedtime, and how light and activity impact sleep schedules. You know how vital consistency is, especially with hectic schedules, and we shared tips on maintaining that routine. We...

Today we're tackling two major fronts yet again! Night Training and Daycare! I spill the beans on how being a nighttime support for your kiddo isn't about creating dependency but providing the right assistance. Plus, we're deep-diving into the daycare scene – why you may want to jump in and help correct misunderstandings if you can. ⁠Jamie's Website⁠⁠ Jamie's Courses⁠⁠ Jamie's Instagram⁠⁠ Jamie's Patreon⁠⁠ Oh Crap! Potty Training⁠⁠ Oh Crap! I Have a Toddler

Today, we're talking about when the right time is to use a diaper during the potty training journey. With the holidays coming up, there's a lot of events to navigate. Learn the art of balancing life events with consistency, teaching autonomy to foster independence, and addressing concerns without jumping to conclusions. Let's go!

All right! In this episode of The Oh Crap! Potty Training Podcast, we are diving deep into a topic close to my heart – Special Circumstances in potty training. We're talking about tailoring the potty training game plan for your kiddos. From assessing mobility to understanding cognitive abilities, I'll guide you through customizing your approach. I also share my exception to the "no rewards in potty training" rule. Give it a listen, as we explore the specifics for potty training with special...

In this episode, we're challenging the conventional use of rewards in potty training. Rewards can be counterproductive, leading to entitlement and a reliance on external motivation, and can even become punishments when a child is not yet capable of achieving the desired behavior. So what do we do instead? That's what we're tackling today! Jamie's Website Jamie's Courses Jamie's Instagram Jamie's Patreon Oh Crap! Potty Training Oh Crap! I Have a Toddler

Today we’ll revisit some confusing aspects about poop, withholding, and constipation including: *digestion and food *the wonders of gelatin *too soft snaking food *practicing the negative behavior *why slowing down everything can help Buy Oh Crap! Potty Training Jamie's Homepage Jamie's Patreon Jamie's Instagram Bristol Stool Chart Jamie’s IG slides on Poop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s go over the important points of day one of potty training. This first day isn’t about judging success or failure. It’s about learning your child’s pee signal (or pee dance) and their pee pattern. It’s data collection and lots of learning. You have to avoid being emotional about this and give your child space to learn a brand new skill. It can be a tough day for parents and we’ll talk about why and how to help that. Buy Oh Crap! Potty Training Jamie's Homepage Jamie's Patreon Jamie's...

Today we’ll run through some possible solutions for what might be happening if your child is struggling at daycare. But first, we’ll go over what a reset looks like, as many parents are getting this confused. We’ll also touch on a common thing that is happening that I do not recommend: a child who is doing really well for a few months and then parents reset. You should not reset in these situations. Buy Oh Crap! Potty Training Jamie's Homepage Jamie's Patreon Jamie's Instagram Bristol Stool...

Today, let’s revisit ways to help autonomy and independence; particularly a few weeks into potty training when you’re not seeing much self initiation. We’ll also pull apart a few scenarios that are common if potty training didn’t go as planned and you have a big event planned. And lastly, the pitfalls of potty training with a friend. Buy Oh Crap! Potty Training Jamie's Homepage Jamie's Patreon Jamie's Instagram Bristol Stool Chart Jamie’s IG slides on Poop Learn more about your ad choices....

Today, let’s pull apart the difference between bribing your child and holding off an activity to get a potty run. We’ll also tackle the 3 Day Curse and the Day 3 Curse. And finally, what happens when your little one does fine for a good amount of time and then seemingly falls apart. And why you should never rediaper in these cases. Buy Oh Crap! Potty Training Jamie's Homepage Jamie's Patreon Jamie's Instagram Bristol Stool Chart Jamie’s IG slides on Poop Learn more about your ad choices....

Today, I’m talking with Melissa Markus, aka @thekindergartenmom (IG). She lives in Canada where “kindergarten” is akin to preschool in the US. We’re talking about not just her own potty training journey but also how to best support your child when they need to be fully potty-trained for school. This was a fun conversation because Melissa’s IG is devoted to tips and activities and she asked ME questions from her audience. Kind of like a dual interview :) Buy Oh Crap! Potty Training Jamie's...

Today we’ll talk about how to ease the schedule for your little one as they may be heading back to daycare or preschool after a break or maybe starting at a new place. The dinner time cluster Daycare expecting self initiation in a diaper Not using a public restroom, ever…and other long term patterns Child who seems to not be getting the “I have to pee” stage Oh! And I have a huge announcement!  Buy Oh Crap! Potty Training Jamie's Homepage Jamie's Patreon Jamie's Instagram Bristol...

Today, we’ll literally be talking about time; giving your child TIME to learn this milestone. I’m in a bit of red alarm panic based on the information I’m getting from parents contacting me. Parents are in a panic because they’re waiting till they’re a week away from school to potty train and it’s not going well. You HAVE to give your child ample time to learn this but also to build in time for struggles. We’ll also talk about WHY kids in preschool should be fully potty trained. And what to...

Today, let’s look at some potty training issues specific to summertime. Maybe you’re vacationing or maybe there’s a temporary camp or preschool situation and your child is having more potty training accidents. We’ll also talk a little about why night training can be more challenging with a summer schedule and how to just “survive” parenting and potty training. Buy Oh Crap! Potty Training Jamie's Homepage Jamie's Patreon Jamie's Instagram Bristol Stool Chart Jamie’s IG slides on Poop Learn...

Today we’re going to go back to potty training basics and how to move through the blocks of learning. Each phase of potty training is a specific block with good data points on moving forward or staying right where you are. Buy Oh Crap! Potty Training Jamie's Homepage Jamie's Patreon Jamie's Instagram Bristol Stool Chart Jamie’s IG slides on Poop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, I’m chatting with Aleksandra who defines supportive potty training help. I know daycares can range in their support. I also know that sometimes you don’t have a choice in daycare and have to work with what you have, even if that’s not really supportive. I dream of a day when daycares are like the one Aleksandra works at. I have to tell you, I got teary eyed a few times during this interview… she has such a beautiful way of looking at this milestone.  Buy Oh Crap! Potty...