We continue our discussion about core values and actionable ways to integrate them within our daily lives and how to ingrain them in our little ones. 

Resources mentioned in the show:

Otis & Charley Books by Andy Frisella and Vaughn Kholer (books that demonstrate growth mindset in fun and playful stories) 

A Little Spot of Feelings Book Series (books that use child-friendly language to talk about different emotions and healthy strategies to use with big feelings)

A Little Spot of Takes Action Series (books that use child-friend language to talk about values, such as kindness, patience, and responsibility, in a relatable way)

A Little Spot of Flexible Thinking Song (YouTube Video talking about how to handle change, being persistent, problem solving, etc.)

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Why are core values such an important part of parenting and raising our little ones? This is all part of building strong minds and strong relationships. How do we instill these values in our kids and create good, well-rounded, and fulfilled humans? Tune into the episode as we expand on this topic. 

What are the little things you're doing within your little one's daily routines that help with different areas of development? In this episode we dive into doable strategies and simple activities that encourages brain connections and keeps making learning special from diaper changing to mealtime to bedtime. 

Join us with our special guest, Marie Muratalla from @ThanksMorris, as we dive into how gratitude plays into our children's development and practical ways to continue making learning special through meaningful connections and mindfulness. 

Mentioned in the podcast:

TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/david_steindl_rast_want_to_be_happy_be_grateful?language=en

Gratitude Resources: https://www.thanksmorris.com/kfi

In this episode we discuss joint attention--what is it, why it's important to know, and strategies to help with it as your little one is developing. Joint attention is a CRITICAL part of language development and social development. Tune in and learn why.

Did you know there's a difference between speech and language? So why is this information important for you to know as your child's developing? This is what we cover in Episode #15.  Join us as we have a few laughs here and there with some interesting and fun facts throughout our discussion.

Why is knowing the difference between a delay or a disorder important and helpful? If you're a parent with a child who's going to speech therapy, getting early intervention, or going through some type of assessment/evaluation right now, this episode is for you. If you have concerns about your child's development and don't know what to do, or if you're simply curious, this episode is also for you. We bring you both the professional insight and the parent perspective.

We all have different personalities and different ways to go about things. But what happens when we're bringing up our child with our significant other or grandparents are helping us bring him/her up or you're co-parenting with someone else? How are we co-parents? What is co-parenting? And how do we co-parent successfully to help maximize our child's full potential? In this episode we touch on five key points to consider. 

Does it feel like you're repeating yourself over and over again? Or do you feel like you're talking to a wall some days? Or do you have a toddler who's headstrong or practicing his/her independence and often saying no? Well let us tell, you're not the only one! There are plenty of parents going through the same thing, because let's face it, this is (can be) all part of development. But how can we get our child who isn't listening to LISTEN. How can we limit those tantrums or those "protests"? How can we get "buy in" from our little growing human full of personality? Well we have some tips and tricks up our sleeves that we want to share with you. Of course there will always be those days where it feels like nothing's working BUT here are strategies that you can pull out of your parent toolbox.

This is definitely a must-listen-to episode if you have a little one and especially more so if you're going through this stage right now. Join us as discuss the "tantrum stage," why it's part of development, when is it not part of typical development, and the biggest part, insightful tips and strategies for you to add in your parent toolbox as your child goes through these big emotions.