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Why Forcing Kids to Share Backfires (And What to Do Instead)

10 min•4 februari 2026

In this episode, Dr. Cathryn talks about why sharing is so hard early on, what toddlers are actually capable of, and how to handle toy struggles without forcing lessons their brains aren’t ready to learn.

You’ll learn how to support your toddler’s big feelings, keep everyone safe, and gently guide sharing skills as they develop—without pressure, shame, or power struggles.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Why toddlers aren’t developmentally ready to share (and when that changes)

  • What to say and do when your child grabs toys or melts down at the park

  • How forcing sharing can backfire—and what works better instead

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