Ask Me How I'm Really Doing: A Mom's Podcast

You know that feeling when your toddler’s voice suddenly fills every corner of the house? One moment they’re saying “no,” and the next they’re telling you full stories about the park, the snack, and the dog they saw. It’s equal parts magic and meltdown. You might wonder if the chaos means something’s off, or if this is just what growing up sounds like.

If you’ve ever questioned whether your toddler’s words are enough, or too much, this one’s for you.

In this episode of Ask Me How I’m Really Doing: A Mom’s Podcast, you’ll hear what’s typical between 24 and 36 months and how to support your toddler’s growing voice through connection, patience, and play.

🎧 What’s Inside the Episode

💬 (00:35) The “big and bold” world of two- to three-year-olds and why this stage feels like an emotional rollercoaster.

🧠 (02:00) What’s actually typical in language development between ages two and three, and why messy grammar is a good sign.

❤️ (03:50) How to model language and name emotions so your toddler learns words and emotional regulation.

📖 (05:40) The power of storytelling routines, and how simple “we went park, I slide, then home” moments shape connection.

🚩 (06:15) Red flags to look for by 36 months (and when to trust your gut about early intervention).

🌈 (08:30) The one overlooked milestone that tells you more about your toddler’s development than their vocabulary.

🌱 Dream Seed Journal Prompt

Where in your toddler’s communication are you being invited to slow down and listen—really listen—to what their little heart is trying to say?

Your toddler’s words are a window into their world.

Celebrate every “no,” every story, every attempt to connect—because that’s where the real magic happens.

Come listen. I saved you a seat.

Hadiya ☕️ 💖

RESOURCES

• Download the 24-36 months milestone guide → Get It Here
• Talk Sprouts → talksprouts.com

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Some days it feels like your toddler is learning a new word every five minutes, and other days it’s like the words you heard yesterday just vanish. One minute you’re smiling because they said “ball,” and the next you’re wondering why they’re only pointing and grunting. It can feel confusing, even a little scary. If you’ve ever questioned whether your toddler’s words, or lack of words, are normal, this one’s for you.

In this episode of Ask Me How I’m Really Doing: A Mom’s Podcast, you’ll hear about speech and language milestones between 18 and 24 months, what’s typical, what’s worth keeping an eye on, and how to support your toddler without adding pressure.

✨ What’s Inside the Episode

• 🗣️ (00:45) The “word explosion” myth and why not all toddlers follow it
• 📈 (04:10) What’s typical between 18–24 months and what’s just your toddler’s unique pace
• 🧩 (10:12) Red flags to notice if your toddler’s communication seems delayed
• 📚 (16:40) Why you don’t need apps or flashcards, just simple connected moments
• ❤️ (22:18) A powerful reminder: language isn’t a race, it’s a relationship
• 🌟 (27:05) One simple clue that shows your toddler is on track even if words feel slow to come

🌱 Dream Seed Journal Prompt

Where in your toddler’s communication are you overlooking the small but powerful signs that connection is happening?

Come listen. I saved you a seat.

Hadiya ☕️ 💖

RESOURCES

• Download the 18-24 months milestone guide → Get It Here
• Talk Sprouts → talksprouts.com

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Picture this: you’re watching your baby wobble around the living room, maybe tossing food on the floor, maybe clutching a toy in one hand while pointing at something with the other. She’s not quite a baby anymore, but not yet a toddler either. And in that in-between stage, the questions creep in. Should she be saying more words by now? Why does everyone else’s baby seem ahead? If you’ve ever spiraled down the Google rabbit hole wondering if something is wrong, this one’s for you.

In this episode of Ask Me How I’m Really Doing: A Mom’s Podcast, you’ll hear what’s typical between 12–18 months, why gestures matter as much as words, and what red flags to look out for.

✨ What’s Inside the Episode

• ✨ (00:00) The “uh-oh stage” explained and why you’re not alone in your worry
• ✨ (03:32) How 3–10 real words + gestures count as meaningful communication
• ✨ (06:00) Simple daily routines you can use to boost your baby’s speech
• ✨ (08:22) The difference between normal regressions and true red flags
• ✨ (10:45) Why consistency, not perfection, is what helps your baby move forward

🌱 Dream Seed Journal Prompt

Where are you noticing small signs of communication - gestures, sounds, imitations - that you can choose to celebrate instead of compare?

Come listen. I saved you a seat. You don’t have to walk this stage alone, mama. You can hold both the worry and the wonder.

Hadiya ☕️ 💖

RESOURCES

• Download the 12–18 months milestone guide → Get It Here
• Talk Sprouts → talksprouts.com

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You know those moments when your baby squeals or waves and you’re left wondering… was that a word? Or just a sound? Maybe you’re rocking in the nursery, scrolling during nap time, or trying to fold laundry with one hand while your baby babbles in the background. If you’ve ever questioned what really counts as a “first word,” this one’s for you.

In this episode of Ask Me How I’m Really Doing: A Mom’s Podcast, you’ll hear about baby speech and language milestones between 7 and 12 months, what’s normal, and how you can support your baby’s first steps into communication without adding pressure to your already full plate.

✨ What’s Inside the Episode

• 🍼 (00:50) Why this stage between 7 and 12 months is called the “almost words” season
• 👋 (03:10) The magic of gestures like pointing and waving, and why they matter so much
• 🗣️ (06:45) What really counts as a word (hint: it’s not about perfect pronunciation)
• 📚 (10:20) Simple, everyday ways you can support speech without special programs or tools
• 🚩 (14:15) Gentle red flags to watch for, and how to know when to seek support
• 💡 (19:00) The big takeaway: gestures, babbles, and squeals are all real communication

🌱 Dream Seed Journal Prompt

Where in your day can you pause long enough to celebrate the little ways your baby is already communicating with you?

You don’t have to chase milestones or compare your baby to anyone else’s. Every babble, wave, and point is your child reaching for connection with you. Come listen. I saved you a seat.

Hadiya ☕️ 💖

RESOURCES

• Download the 7–12 months milestone guide → Get It Here
• Talk Sprouts → talksprouts.com

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Some of the sweetest sounds you hear in the early months are those little coos, squeals, and babbles that sneak in between naps, feedings, and diaper changes. But in the middle of it all, you might catch yourself wondering, is this really the start of words, or just baby noise? If you’ve ever leaned in closer, waiting for meaning in those tiny sounds, this one’s for you.

In this episode of Ask Me How I’m Really Doing: A Mom’s Podcast, you’ll hear about the 4–6 month stage of baby communication, what’s typical, what to celebrate, and when to trust your mama gut if something feels off.

✨ What’s Inside the Episode

• 👶 00:30 | What baby sounds between 4–6 months really mean for speech
• 🗣️ 01:15 | How every “ba ba” or “goo” shapes your baby’s brain
• 💬 02:00 | Simple ways to echo sounds and support turn-taking
• 📚 02:45 | Everyday routines that naturally build language skills
• 🚩 04:00 | Red flags to notice without spiraling into fear
• ❤️ 05:15 | Why connection matters more than correction

🌱 Dream Seed Journal Prompt

What sound, giggle, or expression does your baby make right now that lights you up, and how can you echo that joy back to them this week?

Come listen, mama. You don’t need fancy strategies to support your baby’s growth. Your face, your voice, and your presence are enough. I saved you a seat.

Hadiya ☕️💖

RESOURCES

• Download the 4–6 months milestone guide → Get It Here
• Talk Sprouts → talksprouts.com

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You know those middle-of-the-night feedings where the house is dark and quiet, and you find yourself wondering if you’re doing any of this right? Or those long afternoons when the nap just won’t happen, and you’re left scrolling your phone while rocking your baby, second-guessing if you’re supporting their growth the way you should? If you’ve ever felt that tug of worry about your baby’s communication milestones, this one’s for you.

In this episode of Ask Me How I’m Really Doing: A Mom’s Podcast, you’ll hear about early speech and language milestones, what to look for in the first three months, and how much you’re already doing right just by being present.

✨ What’s Inside the Episode:

• 🍼 (00:42) Why language starts with connection, not words
• 👶 (01:24) The first “languages” your baby speaks through cries and coos
• 💕 (02:25) How simple things like eye contact and narrating diaper changes nurture communication
• 📖 (02:45) Why your voice, not flashcards, is your baby’s best teacher
• 🚩 (03:37) Gentle red flags to notice in the 0–3 month stage (without panic)
• 🌸 (07:53) Why early intervention is not a sign of failure but of love

🌱 Dream Seed Journal Prompt

Where in your days are you already connecting with your baby without even realizing it? How can you notice and name those moments this week?

You don’t need every answer right now. You just need to keep showing up, noticing, and trusting that your voice matters. Come listen. I saved you a seat.

Hadiya ☕️ 💖

RESOURCES

• Download the 0–3 months milestone guide → Get It Here
• Talk Sprouts → talksprouts.com

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Somewhere between scrubbing dishes and rocking your baby at 2 a.m., the questions start to creep in. Is this normal? Should she be saying more? Why does it feel like everyone else’s baby is further ahead? And suddenly, milestones become another thing on your already heavy mental load. If you’ve ever found yourself comparing, worrying, or wondering if your baby is on track, this one’s for you.

In this episode of Ask Me How I’m Really Doing: A Mom’s Podcast, you’ll hear the truth about how speech and language actually begin long before the first word.

✨ What’s Inside the Episode:

• (00:21) The moment your baby arrives, so do the questions
• (01:11) Why zooming out makes milestones feel less overwhelming
• (00:26) Everyday moments—eye contact, coos, giggles—as the building blocks of speech
• (02:27) Age-by-age milestones from 0–3 years without the pressure
• (00:02) A truth you can whisper to yourself when you’re worried
• (00:08) The red flag almost every pediatrician misses when it comes to language

🌱 Dream Seed Journal Prompt

Where in your daily routine can you notice and celebrate the small ways your baby is already connecting with you?

Come listen. I saved you a seat.

Hadiya ☕️💖

RESOURCES

• Download the 0–3 months milestone guide → Get It Here
• Talk Sprouts → talksprouts.com

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You know that moment when you’re lying awake, scrolling through your bank app, trying to make the numbers work in your head? Or when you’re at the kitchen table with bills, daycare costs, and the never-ending list of “kid things” that always seem to pop up? And on top of all of it, there’s that whisper in the back of your mind asking, am I doing enough?If you’ve ever felt the weight of money and motherhood pressing down on you, this one’s for you.

In this episode of Ask Me How I’m Really Doing: A Mom’s Podcast, you’ll hear the three big reasons money feels so heavy after motherhood and why none of them are your fault.

✨ What’s Inside the Episode:

• (00:02) 💸 Why every dollar feels like it has to go through a committee before you spend it
• (09:00) 📉 The “motherhood penalty” and how it quietly impacts your paycheck and opportunities
• (14:20) 👶 The childcare math that doesn’t add up and why it’s not your failure
• (18:45) 🧠 The invisible mental load of money that shows up in your body, not your bank account
• (23:00) 🌱 How knowing the truth about money and motherhood helps you reclaim your power

🌱 Dream Seed Journal Prompt

What is one way motherhood has changed the way you think about money, and what support would help you feel less alone in carrying that load?

Friend, you are not failing. The system was not built for you, but you can still claim your power. Come listen. I saved you a seat.

Hadiya ☕️ 💖

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You know how you reheat your coffee three times before you finally finish it? Or how you look in the mirror some mornings and barely recognize the woman staring back at you? Motherhood has a way of reshaping everything. Your body, your sleep, your patience, even your closest relationships. And yet, in the middle of all the exhaustion, there are these small, sacred moments that make your heart swell. If you’ve ever felt like motherhood is both the most beautiful and the hardest thing you’ve ever done, this one’s for you.

In this episode of Ask Me How I’m Really Doing: A Mom’s Podcast, you’ll hear about the ways becoming a mom changes everything: your identity, your relationships, your money, and the way you find joy, and why those changes, messy as they are, hold meaning and growth.

💭 00:02 - Why motherhood shifts your identity and leaves you feeling like you’ve “lost yourself”

🤝 06:20 - How becoming a mom changes your friendships and partnerships, and why that’s normal

💔 12:45 - The “postpartum dip” in relationships and what it really means

💵 18:00 - The motherhood penalty: how money, work, and survival mode collide after baby

💖 25:30 - The hidden joys that remind you why it’s all worth it, even on the hardest days

Think about the woman you were before you became a mom. What part of her do you miss? Now think about the woman you’re becoming. What quality or joy has motherhood brought out in you that you want to carry forward?

Being a mom changes everything, but that doesn’t mean you’ve disappeared. You’re growing into a version of yourself who can hold both the love and the hard days. Come listen. I saved you a seat.

Hadiya ☕️ 💖

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Picture this: you’re standing in your kitchen at 2 AM, baby finally asleep in your arms, and you’re wondering how in the world you’re supposed to know what to do next. Nobody gave you a manual. Nobody told you the exact way to soothe your baby or when you’ll sleep again. If you’ve ever felt like you should “just know” how to do this mom thing but secretly don’t, this one’s for you.

In this episode of Ask Me How I’m Really Doing: A Mom’s Podcast, you’ll hear five truths every first-time mom needs to hear, the ones that make you feel seen, grounded, and a little less alone in the mess of new motherhood.

✨ 00:02 - The shock of being sent home with a baby and no manual

✨ 02:00 - Why asking for help is wisdom, not weakness

✨ 05:40 - Letting go of perfection and learning to trust yourself

✨ 10:15 - The real behind-the-scenes of Instagram “perfect” moms

✨ 15:30 - Why savoring the messy, sleepless moments will matter later

✨ 22:00 - The truth about baby gear and keeping it simple

Where are you putting pressure on yourself to “know it all” in motherhood, and what would it look like to soften into asking for help or trusting yourself instead?

Motherhood doesn’t come with a manual, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Come listen. I saved you a seat.

Hadiya ☕️ 💖

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