Ep. 17: Toddler Mental Health - 1-3 years - Toddler Potty Training: How to Potty Train Your Toddler!

Poop and pee may not be your favorite topic of polite discussion. But explaining bodily functions to your toddler in plain terms sure does help with potty training.

In today’s episode, Dr. Vieira covers the basics of potty training – including how to tell when your child is ready – and explains the popular 3-Day potty training method in detail.

If you’re unsure of where to start on your toddler’s potty training journey, you don’t want to miss this episode!

And toward the end of the episode, Dr. Vieira answers questions from parents just like you. Today we cover what to do if you can’t take off work to potty train your child, how to coordinate with daycare so the training continues, and what to do if your child refuses to go pantless – or has accidents long after training is over.

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Ep. 16: Toddler Mental Health - 1-3 years - Toddler Sleep: All About Toddler Sleep

Are you dismayed because your once angelic sleeper is now up at all hours of the night crying for you?

Or is your toddler cranky during the day but refusing naps?

In today’s episode, Dr. Vieira explores what changes to make in your toddler’s bedroom so they sleep safely, how to create a bedtime routine that works, and when to transition your toddler from a crib to a bed. Research about how cribs can support your toddler’s sleep quality and how toddler sleep varies by culture are explored in this episode. Ultimately, you will find a routine that works well for your family, and this episode is full of suggestions to get your child sleeping soundly.

And toward the end of the episode, Dr. Vieira answers questions from parents just like you. Today’s questions cover topics like ideal toddler nap length and what to do if your child shouts in the night or stays awake during nap time. Tune in and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!

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Ep. 15: Toddler Mental Health - 1 to 3 years - Toddler Eating: What and How to Feed Your Toddler

Does your toddler love apples one day and hate them the next? Are you tired of your toddler rejecting foods at mealtime? Then don’t miss this episode!

In today’s episode, Dr. Vieira explores various toddler eating behaviors like refusing fruits and veggies and being resistant to try new foods. Research about food texture, messy play, and the appearance of fruit are all explored in this episode in the hopes that you’ll understand tricky (yet normal) toddler eating behaviors a bit better!

And toward the end of the episode, Dr. Vieira answers questions from parents just like you. Today’s questions cover topics like what to do when your child refuses dinner, makes demands about food preparation, or is a super messy eater. Tune in and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!

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