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Angela joined my program when her daughter Monroe was 3 and a half and preverbal. 

Not surprisingly, her 2 big struggles were: communication and potty training. We went to work on these immediately and my team and I helped Angela make some deliberate changes.

In less than 60 days, Monroe was communicating all of her wants and needs to Angela. AND she was fully potty trained! 👏


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In our latest podcast episode, join Michelle, a dedicated autism parent, as she recaps her inspiring New Year's Autism Revolution workshop. 

Michelle shares her heartfelt wishes for a joyful holiday season and a promising year ahead. Discover the highlights and valuable insights from the workshop, where she discussed making 2024 the best year for children on the autism spectrum. 

Learn about important announcements, including a price increase for her highly sought-after 90-day group coaching program for parents of children with autism, and the exciting bonuses available for those who take advantage of the last call at the current price. If you're interested in joining this transformative journey, visit Michelle's website at Michellebrogers.com/lastcall before January 1st at midnight. 

Don't miss this opportunity to embark on a life-changing path and enhance your child's well-being. 

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"Hey there, parents! Today, I want to talk to you about something that's all too familiar for many of us – chaos in parenting. So, let me share a recent consultation call I had for my group coaching program. During these calls, parents interested in the program tell me about their challenges and goals. But this time, something stood out.

I was on the call with a mother and father eager to help their son with potty training and communication. However, throughout the conversation, they couldn't sit still. They were constantly moving, taking turns on the phone, and juggling various distractions. This was supposed to be a 45-minute Zoom call, but it felt like a whirlwind.

We all agreed that their child's potty training and communication were top priorities. But here's the kicker – their energy felt frantic and scattered. So, I had to be honest with them. I told them that while I believed my program could help, their chaotic energy was a concern. I'm pretty direct, you know.

The dad was taken aback and even offended by my comment. They explained they had three young children, all under five, and they had to make dinner during our call. Join me in this episode as we discuss why addressing chaos in parenting is essential for achieving your goals."

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Join us on this inspiring journey with Theresa and her son Ian. When Theresa enrolled in our program, Ian was facing numerous school accidents, and the school wanted him back in pull-ups. Fast forward just a few weeks after spring break, and Ian is FULLY potty trained with ZERO ACCIDENTS! 🚀

But that's not all - we're also diving into the incredible strides they've made in improving Ian's communication skills. Theresa describes it as nothing short of a "game changer." 🌟

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In this master class, we're on a mission to help your child potty train and communicate by New Year's. 🎉 Imagine the incredible gift this would be for your family! 🎁

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🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🚀 Join me in the latest episode of the Autism Mom's Potty Talk Podcast, Episode 14, as we dive deep into solving problem behaviors. I'm Michelle B. Rogers, an autism mom and life coach, here to help parents of non-verbal children with autism achieve potty training success, guaranteed!

First off, I want to express my gratitude for the incredible support we've received since launching this podcast. Your feedback and downloads from all around the world are simply mind-blowing. Together, we're making a difference in the lives of families on the autism spectrum, and I'm truly honored to be part of this journey.

Before we tackle today's topic on problem behaviors, let me give you a quick family update. My daughter, Juliana, who was diagnosed with autism at age two, is now thriving at 10, going on 11. She's attending a general education class with minimal support, has friends, and is fully potty trained. The key, I believe, is my unwavering belief in my ability to be the best mother for her. It's been a transformative journey, and I wouldn't trade it for anything.

Now, let's get into the heart of today's episode – addressing problem behaviors. I believe that every child with autism can lead an independent life if they master three key life skills. We've covered the first two in previous episodes: potty training and communication. The third, which we're exploring today, is managing problem behaviors.

It's important to note that problem behaviors are often linked to a child's inability to communicate effectively. Functional communication is the foundation, and I've seen remarkable changes when children start to communicate, even non-verbally. Juliana's journey, learning sign language, was a turning point. Her tantrums decreased as her communication skills improved.

To help you navigate and solve problem behaviors, I've created a free guide, "The Autism Mom's Survival Guide to Problem Behaviors." You can get your hands on it by emailing me at Michelle@MichelleRogers.com, just mention the podcast.

We'll be diving deep into this guide, dissecting problem behaviors, and learning how to prevent them from happening again. It's time to break free from the cycle of feeling helpless and understand the "why" behind these behaviors.

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Welcome to the "Autism Mommy's Potty Talk" podcast. I'm Michelle Rogers, an autism mom and life coach, specializing in assisting parents of non-verbal children with autism to navigate the journey of communication and potty training. In this episode,  after discussing breaking down potty training into multiple segments in the last podcast, today I'm dedicating this episode to tackling the challenges of teaching your child to handle poop separately. Much like my recent experience of potty training my cats, I've come to appreciate the value of patience and commitment in achieving long-term goals. The same principles apply when training children on the autism spectrum. The gradual process involves assessing your child's abilities, focusing on small wins, and understanding the sensory differences between pee and poop. Remember, it's all about building a strong foundation for successful potty training, just like my endeavor with my cats. So, let's delve into the specifics of poop training and how it fits into our comprehensive potty training plan.

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Are you on the never-ending potty training struggle bus?

I have good news and bad news. The bad news is there is NO one-size-fits-all way to potty train, especially if you have a strong-willed child.  The good news is there is critical insight you can learn today to make it 10X smoother!

After over 5,000 hours of research, my guest today, Allison Jandu created Potty Training Consultant where she has helped 7,000 families potty train. She's created a community where moms can come together without judgment, ask the hard questions, and get evidence-based facts that drive potty success.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVERED...

• Everything you need to know before you start
• Common pitfalls to avoid and misconceptions to debunk
• What to do if they're going #1 in the potty but not #2 

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• How to mitigate stress when your potty training has a deadline
• Why accidents can be a good thing and a mantra to cling to

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I have never done this before, but I decided to try potty training the M*A*S*H* rescue puppies at 5 weeks old.  Am I crazy?? I might be or perhaps I am on to something.  Take a listen and decide.  

Elizabeth and Hillary resume their discussion on toilet training using ABA-based strategies. They talk about how toilet training is typically conducted, how to foster success, and common pitfalls.

DISCLAIMER: Nothing presented in the Changing Stories Podcast or Blog creates a client-professional relationship between you and Elizabeth Hewatt, BCBA or you and Hillary Bolton, BCaBA. These materials were developed for informational purposes only and should not be considered specific medical, behavioral, legal, or therapeutic advice. All client decisions must be made on a case-by-case basis, as determined by the judgment of the treating Behavior Analyst.

In this first installment, Elizabeth and Hillary talk about factors to consider and preparation before beginning toilet training.

DISCLAIMER: Nothing presented in the Changing Stories Podcast or Blog creates a client-professional relationship between you and Elizabeth Hewatt, BCBA or you and Hillary Bolton, BCaBA. These materials were developed for informational purposes only and should not be considered specific medical, behavioral, legal, or therapeutic advice. All client decisions must be made on a case-by-case basis, as determined by the judgment of the treating Behavior Analyst. 

In this episode of Season Two, Dr. Carole Keim discusses two year olds. Dr. Keim explains exactly what developmental and behavioral milestones to expect, offers potty training and safety advice, and touches on preschool and checkups for your two year old.

This age is often called “the terrible twos” largely because children have learned the word ‘no’ and have started advocating for themselves. They’re exploring their environments with increased motor skills and speech but not as many words as they’d like to express things. They’re also exploring boundaries. Dr. Keim explains how to navigate their frustrations and tantrums from a place of understanding where they’re at.

In this episode….

• Social development
• Motor skills
• Behavior
• Potty training
• Safety
• Preschool
• 2 year checkup

Social 00:33

• Parallel play 
• 50+ words
• Combines 2 words
• Follows 2-step command
• Speech 50% intelligible to strangers
• Names at least 5 body parts
• Likes familiarity - might want the same book every night
• Many children start preschool around age 2-3
  • Types of preschools - Montessori, Waldorf, Reggio Emilia 
  • Preschool vs daycare 

Motor 05:31

• Scoop with a spoon
• Kick a ball
• Hop with 2 feet
• Runs well
• Climb a ladder at a playground
• Removes clothing - esp socks
• stacks objects
• turns pages in book
• draw a line

Behavior 06:31

• exploring boundaries 
• Starting to advocate for themselves
• Praise/notice good behavior 
• Help them express joy, anger, sadness, frustration
• You’ll start to notice their personality around people/situations
• Encourage free play up to 1 hour per day
• Make time for learning through reading, talking, singing, exploring together
• Limit TV to 1 hour of high quality programming that you watch together
• Avoid TV during meal times and in bedrooms
• Be aware of your own screen use around child

Potty training 09:19

• plan for frequent potty breaks (up to 10x per day)
• Teach them to wash hands
• For independence, must be able to remove/replace clothing, get on/off toilet

Safety 11:12

• Car seat - can change to forward facing
• Use helmet for anything with wheels
• Remove firearms from home

Preschool 12:45

• Can help with social interactions, sharing

2-year checkup 13:13

• No vaccines other than flu/covid until age 4
• Ok to allow child to answer questions, but be ready to jump in if they feel nervous or give wrong answers (which they often do at this age)
• They typically feel comfortable during the physical exam 
• Ask your doctor if you have any specific questions about behavior, tantrums, nutrition, vitamins, potty training, constipation, and sleep routines 

Hopefully this helps you enjoy time with your two year old with less worry. For additional tips and advice on babies and toddlers, follow Dr. Keim on her TikTok and YouTube channels. Her book, “The Baby Manual”, covers the first year of baby life and is the subject of Season One of this podcast. Remember it is always okay to call your doctor or emergency services if you have concerns about your baby’s health.   

Resources discussed in this episode:

• The Baby Manual - Available on Amazon

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In this episode, Dr. Carole Keim talks all about potty training. While potty training usually involves toddlers - the common age is between two and four years - it can be started as early as infanthood with what’s called elimination communication. Dr. Keim walks parents through all the major questions and issues about potty training. 

Dr. Keim first explains how to identify when your toddler is ready to start training. She then talks about how to potty train and explains various methods of working with a reluctant toddler or what she calls “secret poopers”. In addition she addresses various things that could go wrong, such as constipation or diarrhea, and how to take care of your toddler if one of these issues should arise. Dr. Keim imparts sound and thorough advice to prepare parents for the journey of getting toddlers to use the toilet.

In this episode….

• Elimination communication
• Signs your toddler is ready
• Secret poopers 
• Resistant children
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• UTIs

Elimination communication 00:42

• Can start at any age
• Pre-verbal children
• You indicate when it’s time to potty and make noises while holding them over a potty, adult toilet, or sink
• Times to take them : after they eat, when they wake up

Toddler potty training 01:45

• Dry for 2+ hours at a time
• They indicate when they’ve gone or you can tell when they’re going
• Start anticipating these times (after meals, upon waking) and/or use a schedule
• Sit them on the potty / toilet seat with adapter 
• They don’t have to be fully independent with moving/removing clothing, pulling up pants, getting on and off the toilet, and washing hands.  Use scaffolding.
• It can take a while for them to get the hang of it
• Don’t punish them for accidents
• Don’t use treats unless you need to 
• Daniel Tiger episode 

Children who don’t mind sitting in a dirty diaper 04:51

• aka “secret poopers” 
• Can try the “oh crap” book
• Allow them to run around without diaper or pants on, especially outside
• Try nature pees/poops
• Can try the potty training in a weekend method
• Have a potty in each room so it’s easy

Children who fight using the potty 05:56

• Try nature pees/poops
• Have a potty in each room to get them used to it
• Let them sit on the potty fully clothed and play while siting there
• Have fun potty time - read a special book together, play with a toy on the potty
• If using potty treats: sticker charts are often too delayed of a reward except in children 4 and up.  I suggest a treat for trying, and a treat if anything comes out.  Food treats tend to motivate children more but are also associated with more performance anxiety.  
• It is ok to praise attempts to use the potty and success in using it, but excessive praise can also cause performance anxiety
• Becoming angry at child for refusing to use the potty can backfire on parents, as this is one of the only things a child can control

Constipation 09:17

• Decrease in frequency or size of bowel movements, harder stools, pain with stooling
• Can be acute or chronic
• How chronic constipation happens
• Avoiding it: choose high fiber and low processed foods - fresh fruit and veggies for more than 50% of each meal / 10 fistfuls per day.  Avoid dairy products.  Make sure child is drinking 1/2oz per pound of weight in water each day (so a 25 lb child should drink at least 12.5oz of water).  Try to establish positive associations with sitting on the toilet.
• Treating it when it’s acute: can try prune juice as a laxative, a glycerin suppository if stool is very hard, or an enema for a one-time cleanout.
• Chronic constipation: first disimpaction - enema of hypertonic saline or a suppository x1, followed by a stimulant laxative x 2-3 days, and a stool softener for several weeks.  At the same time, increase fiber and water, decrease processed foods, and eliminate dairy.  Encourage frequent and prolonged sitting on the toilet.
• How stimulant laxatives work and why they are addictive and shouldn’t be used more than a few days
• How miralax and psyllium work as stool softeners and why they can be used long term

Diarrhea 16:32

• Teething - symptoms, why it happens
• Viral - tend to have no or low-grade fever, no blood, can be foul smelling and green 
• Bacteria - can have fever, can have blood, can have it for over a week, can be profuse or just a few times per day.  Requires test to determine type of bacteria to guide treatment; sometimes antibiotics help, sometimes they make it worse.
• After antibiotics
• From juice
• From food
• When to be concerned
• Treatment - more water, BRAT diet x 1 day, bland foods, avoid dairy, probiotics, avoid dehydration 
• Why we can’t use diarrhea medicines in children
• Avoiding spread to family members
• Rotavirus vaccine

UTIs 19:48

• Symptoms: pain with urination, urinary frequency, urgency, accidents in a potty trained child, sometimes bad smell of urine. Fever is a late sign.
• Caused by constipation, staying in wet clothing/swimsuit too long, poor hygiene (not bathing enough, staying in dirty diaper too long), tight clothing/sweat, bubble baths 
• Treatment: antibiotics.  
• Prevention in those who get more than 1 UTI: increase water intake, more frequent voiding, avoid risk factors, decrease sugar intake.  Also they should get an ultrasound of the kidneys to determine risk for pyelo.

These are the major things to do with potty training. For additional tips and advice on babies and toddlers, follow Dr. Keim on her TikTok and YouTube channels. Her book, “The Baby Manual”, covers the first year of baby life and is the subject of Season One of this podcast. Remember it is always okay to call your doctor or emergency services if you have concerns about your baby’s health.   

Resources discussed in this episode:

• The Baby Manual - Available on Amazon
• Daniel Tiger’s Stop & Go Potty

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Potty time or party time?! Join sisters Nabeeha and Wardah Khan as they discuss the question: how do you handle your kids' bathroom business? Should it be a party all the time or just a normal thing? Should your kids know the names of their private parts? Do they treat public restrooms the same as the toilet at home?

Join ours hosts as they discuss all kinds of "bathroom business." Listen in for their experiences potty training both boys and girls, and what processes they use. Hear their reflections on how to teach children more about their body, and how to treat it. Lastly, take in some final advices on establishing an etiquette around bathroom business.

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