Toddlers Made Easy is a short, 10 minute, bite-sized podcast that gives you the insight, tools, and confidence you need to not only handle anything toddler-related thrown your way —but prevent problem behaviors before they start. Toddlers Made Easy is hosted by Dr. Cathryn, a nationally recognized pediatrician (retired) with more than 35 years of experience and a mother of 4.
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Toddlers Made Easy is a short, 10 minute, bite-sized podcast that gives you the insight, tools, and confidence you need to not only handle anything toddler-related thrown your way —but prevent problem behaviors before they start. Toddlers Made Easy is hosted by Dr. Cathryn, a nationally recognized pediatrician (retired) with more than 35 years of experience and a mother of 4.
Lessons from the Sidelines: What Being a Soccer Mom Taught Me About Grit, Growth, and Parenting
Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn
9 minutes
2 weeks ago
Lessons from the Sidelines: What Being a Soccer Mom Taught Me About Grit, Growth, and Parenting
In this episode, Dr. Cathryn shares powerful lessons learned from years on the soccer sidelines with her daughter.
These stories reveal how resilience, character, and determination are built—and how parents can support their kids in growing these essential life skills.
Key Takeaways:
Turning frustration into fuel: How setbacks and bench time taught Mady determination.
Choosing character over circumstances: Rising above unfair criticism with grace and effort.
The comeback mindset: Overcoming injury and setbacks to reclaim success.
Why resilience is something kids develop themselves—and how parents can witness and support that growth.
A challenge for parents: Look for opportunities to let your child face challenges independently this week.
Connect with Dr. Cathryn:dr.cathryn@healthiest-baby.com
RESOURCES:
The Big-Hearted School Of Parenting From the exam room to your living room:Dr. Cathryn’s 38+ years of pediatric wisdom—condensed into simple, proven strategies for calmer days, easier nights, and the confidence to trust your gut.
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Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn
Toddlers Made Easy is a short, 10 minute, bite-sized podcast that gives you the insight, tools, and confidence you need to not only handle anything toddler-related thrown your way —but prevent problem behaviors before they start. Toddlers Made Easy is hosted by Dr. Cathryn, a nationally recognized pediatrician (retired) with more than 35 years of experience and a mother of 4.
