Securely Attached12 Juni 2025

Q&A: My toddler is otherwise potty trained, but still won't poop on the potty - what can I do?

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about...

Why potty training blends both physiological and psychological factors and how parents can wrap their head around both to best support your child.
How parents can understand the biological-psychological feedback loop and how this can affect your child's body and mind.
How to get on the same page when there are multiple caregivers and providers who spend time with your child.
Exactly what to be tracking to help you get to the root of the problem and how to determine if your responses are inadvertently perpetuating the challenges and anxiety your child may be experiencing.
Taking a pause if you notice a regression can be helpful - but only for some kids and in some situations. How to know when a reset is appropriate and when you might not want to use this approach with your child.
What parents can do to help a child become less fearful and more relaxed in the bathroom.
What is interoceptive sensory input, and how can this be helpful to focus on and build for your child outside of the bathroom?

REFERENCES AND RELATED RESOURCES:

👉🏻 Go to upshurbren.com to lean more about parenting coaching, therapy, and support options at Upshur Bren Psychology Group. Or, click here to schedule a free 30-minute consultation call to learn more about the available resources for your unique needs.

ADDITIONAL PODCAST EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:

🎧 Listen to my podcast episode about how to successfully potty train

🎧 Listen to my podcast episode about potty training, constipation, bed-wetting, and pelvic health with Quiara Smith

🎧 Listen to my podcast episode about Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) with Dr. Eli Lebowitz

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