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293. Potty Training with a Dual Diagnosis

An episode of the The Lucky Few podcast, hosted by The Lucky Few Podcast, titled "293. Potty Training with a Dual Diagnosis" was published on April 1, 2025 and runs 38 minutes.

April 1, 2025 ·38m · The Lucky Few

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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 trainingDealing with internalized ableismPLUS: 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.--SHOW NOTESVisit successfulpottytraining.net to learn more about Ashley Hickey and her potty training methodsListen to ep 62. Micha & Ace’s Dual Diagnosis JourneySHOUT OUT: Follow @learnplaythrive on instagram for neurodiversity affirming therapy strategies!SPONSORSLearn more about Jack’s Basket.Learn more about Enable Special Needs Planning. JOIN THE LUCKY CREWJoin us in celebrating and supporting The Lucky Few Podcast! For just $4.99 a month, you can help us continue shouting worth and shifting narratives for people with Down syndrome. Enjoy bonus episodes where we dive deeper into the most controversial issues, shop discounts, and more! Become an essential part of The Lucky Few movement today! 

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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