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Poop and Pee Problems with Dr. Steve Hodges: Episode 162

The Peaceful Parenting Podcast

Release Date: 07/31/2024

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In this episode of The Peaceful Parenting Podcast, I interview Dr. Steve Hodges, pediatric urologist and the author of It's No Accident, Breakthrough Solutions to Your Child's Bedwetting, Constipation, UTIs, and Other Potty Problems. Listen in as we get to the bottom of your child’s accidents and potty challenges. We say the word poop 111 times so consider yourself warned!

We talk about:

  • 3:30 Case Study about a 3.5-year-old holding and having poop accidents

  • 13:50 Accidents aren’t kids’ fault

  • 15:56 The importance of an X-Ray for a proper diagnosis

  • 23:23 Toilet training best practices

  • 25:42 Why do kids not like pooping?

  • 27:00 Letting go of pull ups

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