Piggybacking on our previous episode with the "5 things I wouldn't do as (insert profession/specialty here)," today we're diving into Zach's--the episode cohost's--background and area of expertise. In this episode he takes the lead as we talk about how these five areas can affect our children's overall development and how we can ultimately maximize their individual potential. Tune into this value-packed episode now.

You can find Zach on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/zachsmithfit/

You can find Madonna on Instagram and TikTok @MakingLearningSpecial

Other show notes: 

-It may take 8 to 15 exposures to enhance the acceptance of a certain food (Carruth et al., Jour Am Dietetic Assoc 2004)

-Expose, Expore, Expand: Three Essential Steps to Tasting New Foods (Melanie Potock, M.A., CCC-SLP from My Munch Bug LLC, 2017)

This was a trend on TikTok, and I thought it would be a great way to breakdown five things from the top of my head that I wouldn't do as a speech-language pathologist, and more specifically, a pediatric speech-language pathologist mom. We talk about the what, why, and how-- what do we mean by sprinkling questions and commands around, why not use the wait and see method, how can we use "no" and "good job" more effectively, and other relatable and pertinent topics for parents, grandparents, educators, and aunts/uncles. Tune in now as we dive into this!

What does follow through have to do with our kids and their development? Come join us as we have a thoughtful discussion about the meaning and the importance of following through.

Join us and our special guest, registered music therapist, Monique Bathis as we discuss the role that music can play in development and connection, what we can do as parents/caregivers, and how we can use this information to make learning special with our little ones. 

Connect with Monique on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/moniquebathis.rmt/

Are you planning to have your little one attend a daycare or preschool, whether in-home or a facility? In this episode we talk about what to consider as you look for a place you trust, feel comfortable with, and feel excited about, so your little one can continue to grow, learn, and develop in an enriching environment. 

In this episode we discuss common questions and concerns that families have regarding this service model and the current research surrounding it. 

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Have you thought of teaching your baby sign language or baby signs but don't know where or how to start? Or do you have more questions about it, such as will it hinder my child from talking? Or are you trying to share with your spouse or baby's grandparents the reasons why you're teaching your little one signs in the first place? Well, this is the perfect episode for you to listen to and share!

We all know that changes are a part of life, and there are events and things that can be out of our control. But what we do have control over is how we respond to these events and changes. Of course as the grownups we know this, but our little ones are still getting the hang of it. And in reality, in toddlerhood and parenthood, these transitions and changes can make or break you some days. So why not help our little humans--which can also in turn help us--with these big and little changes and transitions? Take a listen as we dive into this subject, giving you some insight and strategies to take away and implement. 

In this short and sweet episode I give a brief overview of the 6 developmental domains and a few examples that go along with them. If your child's going in for her wellness checkup and the pediatrician gives you a checklist to fill out or your little one's going through a developmental or speech-language assessment/evaluation, this is a great episode to reference along the way for more insight of the different areas that are often considered. 

Is your little one throwing, biting, and/or hitting? These are some of the common "misbehaviors" I often hear parents mention. So you're not alone! In this episode we dive into possible causes and reasons to why our little ones might be doing this, because knowing the "back story" can be helpful in how you look at the situation and how you can react to it. We also give you tangible strategies that you can take with you and implement right away.