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 overwhelmingHow to move toward the potty in tiny, low-pressure stepsWhy stool softness matters more than most parents realizeThis 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 →See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.