Never Repeat Yourself Again: Tips to Help Kids Listen Every Time

Dr Cathryn is tackling a topic that might seem simple but is actually a big deal for little ones: understanding time. Hear about Marcus, a 3.5-year-old who loves the swings but struggles when it's time to leave. Why? Because his mom is giving a warning like this: “We’re leaving in 5 minutes.” Kids can't see or touch time, so they don't understand it like adults do. But as they grow, they start to get it through routines and daily patterns. Today’s Tips: 1. Use Sequences: Tell your child, "First park, then lunch, then playdate." It helps them understand the order of events. 2. Visual Timers: These show how much time is left in a way kids can see. 3. Sand Timers: A simple tool that helps kids see time passing. 4. OK WAKE UP Clocks: Helps your child know when it's okay to get out of bed by showing a green light. 5. Bonus Tip: Use calendars or a bead necklace to countdown to special days. Thanks for tuning in to Toddlers Made Easy, where we make the tough parts of parenting easier! Interested in more tools and big ideas to help during these challenging but crucial years? Check out our Toddlers Made Easy course for parents of 1 to 6-year-olds. It's a game-changer for your sanity and your child's development! LINKS AND RESOURCES: ONLINE COURSES Toddlers Made Easy Course Potty Training Made Easy FREEBIES: eBook: 5 Must-Do’s Before Starting Potty Training. Get our free guide and empower your child. Set the path for success! Masterclass: Tame Tantrums Follow Dr. Cathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthiest_baby ONE SKIN: https://www.oneskin.co/ Send Us Your Stories and Questions: We love hearing from you! Share your own experiences or questions. Email us to have your questions answered in future episodes, drcathryn@healthiest-baby.com Rate, Review, & Follow ❤️❤️❤️ If this sounds like you: "I love Toddlers Made Easy." <-- Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more parents -- just like you.