In this episode of The Everything ECE Podcast, Carla sits down with Rebecca Parlakian, child development and parenting specialist at ZERO TO THREE, to shine a spotlight on the incredible world of infants and toddlers.

Together they unpack:

• The key developmental milestones across social-emotional, cognitive, communication, and physical domains

• Why everyday moments (like laundry, sunlight, or stirring with a spoon) are powerful learning opportunities

• How infant programs can be more intentional in designing environments that truly support growth

• The role of educators and parents as “detectives” decoding cries, cues, and needs

• The advocacy work ZERO TO THREE is leading—bringing families and even policymakers into the conversation about babies
  

If you’ve ever wondered how to support our youngest learners- or needed a reminder of the magic in the everyday- this episode is for you.

REBECCA PARLAKIAN

Rebecca Parlakian is Senior Director of Programs at ZERO TO THREE, where she leads work on child development, parenting, and early education. With more than two decades of experience, she has co-authored five curricula, published widely on parenting and early learning, and is a regular contributor to NAEYC’s Young Children. A recognized voice in national media, Rebecca is dedicated to advancing the power of relationships in shaping children’s earliest years.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-parlakian/

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