Episode 91: The Potty Training Journey: Readiness, Regression & Releasing the Pressure with Jess from Nurtured First
Episode 91: The Potty Training Journey: Readiness, Regression & Releasing the Pressure with Jess from Nurtured First
In this episode, Rachael welcomes back psychotherapist Jess Vanderwier from Nurtured First to talk all things potty training, because no one told us how complex (and emotional) it can really be! From readiness signs to regressions and nighttime dryness, Jess brings her compassionate, shame-free approach to one of the most talked-about parenting transitions.
Together, they dive into all of your most-asked questions about potty “training” including how to tune into your child’s cues and what to do when things don’t go as planned. Whether you’re just starting out, hitting a rough patch, or questioning everything you thought you knew, this episode is for you.
Inside this episode:
- Why there's no “right” age to start potty training
- How to spot signs of readiness (hint: curiosity matters more than compliance)
- The danger of pressure and how it can lead to power struggles
- What to do when accidents (or regressions) happen
- The emotional side of potty training and how to stay curious, not reactive
- Differences between daytime and nighttime dryness
- Why three-day methods don’t work for every child
- How shame-free potty learning fosters independence and confidence
- Ways to create positive associations and model behavior
- Why taking a break might be the best thing you can do
- Plus so much more!
Mentioned in this episode:
- Follow Jess on Instagram: @nurturedfirst
- Jess’s parenting podcast Robot Unicorn
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Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
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