In this episode of Mom Off the Record, I’m joined again by the one and only Jamie Glowacki — and this conversation goes far beyond potty training.

We talk honestly about what’s really going wrong in modern parenting: unrealistic expectations, over-accommodation, fear-based decision making, and a culture obsessed with comfort and instant gratification. Jamie breaks down how these patterns show up in everyday parenting — from sippy cups and snacks to organized sports, discipline, and yes… potty training.

We also dive deep into:

• Why toddlers are so widely misunderstood
• The difference between natural, logical, and external consequences
• Why kids today are being both infantilized and overburdened at the same time
• The ideal window for potty training (and why waiting too long can backfire)
• Poop withholding (encopresis): what it is, why it happens, and the worst advice parents are given
• How fear, the 24-hour news cycle, and social media have reshaped parenting norms
• Why kids need autonomy, responsibility, and real-world feedback to thrive

This episode is for parents who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or like they’re constantly second-guessing themselves. It’s a reminder that your intuition matters — and that parenting doesn’t have to be this hard.

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