Help, My Kid Won't Poop on the Potty! (Here's Why — and What to Do)

Your little kid pees on the potty just fine — but when it comes to poop? Diaper only, thank you very much.

You haven't done anything wrong. This is one of the most common potty-training hiccups, affecting 20–25% of little kids.

In this episode, Dr. Cathryn breaks down exactly why it happens and what actually helps.

You'll learn:

• The real reason most kids resist (hint: it's fear, not stubbornness)
• What to say — and what not to say
• Simple ways to make the potty feel safer and less overwhelming
• How to move toward the potty in tiny, low-pressure steps
• Why stool softness matters more than most parents realize

This isn't about saying enough is enough. It's about understanding what's driving the resistance — and meeting your child there.

🎓 Ready to go deeper? Mini-course: Help! My Child Will Only Poop in a Diaper →

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