# Potty Training Without Power Struggles: The big-hearted approach to helping kids use the potty

An episode of [Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1641168814), 17 Jun 2026, 9:49.

Audio: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2632063/episodes/19534372-potty-training-without-power-struggles-the-big-hearted-approach-to-helping-kids-use-the-potty.mp3

Potty training doesn't have to involve battles, pressure, or regret. In this episode, Today, I'm sharing the Big-Hearted Approach to Potty Training, a method that helps children build body awareness, confidence, and independence without sacrificing their dignity. Learn why pressure often backfires and what to do instead. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why pushing harder often creates more resistance • How to build body awareness instead of relying on reminders • Why ownership helps children become independent potty users • The hidden link between potty-training pressure and constipation • How encouragement builds confidence and cooperation Ready for a calmer and kinder approach? Join my free workshop, Potty Without Pushback: You'll walk away with a plan on how to ditch diapers without chipping away at your child's self-esteem. RESOURCES Toddlers Made Easy online course Potty Training Made Easy online course Help Your Child Fall Asleep Independently mini-class Toddlers Made Easy book 200 Big-Hearted Scripts FREE GUIDE: 5 Must-Dos Before Starting Potty Training And don’t forget to follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram.

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