293. Potty Training with a Dual Diagnosis

Raise your hand if the thought (or maybe even the memory) of potty training gives you anxiety! This parenting milestone sure brings up a lot of feelings, especially for those of us in the disability community. Here’s what we’re chatting about today:

• Micha’s potty training journey (including some behind-the-scenes voice notes and training tips!)

• The impact of a dual diagnosis (Down syndrome and autism) on potty training

• Dealing with internalized ableism

• PLUS: WHY do we actually want certain things for our child? Is it for their safety or for societal expectations?

And also, happy Autism Acceptance Month! Lets celebrate that and remember: learning new things can take a long time. And that’s okay.

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SHOW NOTES

• Visit successfulpottytraining.net to learn more about Ashley Hickey and her potty training methods

• Listen to ep 62. Micha & Ace’s Dual Diagnosis Journey

• SHOUT OUT: Follow @learnplaythrive on instagram for neurodiversity affirming therapy strategies!

  
  

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