Understanding the concept of “NO” is a hard one to grasp for most toddlers!

How can we help them learn to listen, follow directions, STOP when I ask him?

When is it developmentally APPROPRIATE to expect such understanding?

In this week’s episode we cover these questions AND provide 10 Established Strategies To Avoid Meltdowns

 Our goal is to help your toddler develop independence, curiosity AND cooperation.

Your desire is to establish kind and firm parenting-style.

Let's do this!

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EAT. TALK. PLAY.

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Toddlers love to move.

Toddlers need to move.

We need toddlers to move.

While it's no secret that kids love to move, what might surprise you is just how crucial movement is for their overall development - especially in the realm of speech AND language.

In this episode, I explore the wonderful world where MOVEMENT and SPEECH meet, and discover the proactive steps you can take to nurture your child's healthy development.

What you might not realize is that every jump, twist and turn, every dance move is actually a secret key to unlocking their speech & language potential.

This is what you'll learn about - and HOW to make a difference today.

• Possible Symptoms of Vestibular Problems
• Motor Planning - Articulation and the Vestibular System
• Receptive Language & the Vestibular System
• Three Excellent Movement Activities for Speech and Language Development

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Teething & drooling with toddlers can be a messy and frustrating period!

But it doesn't have to be that way ... and there are A LOT of fun ways to minimize the slimy drool all together.

In this episode I delve deep into the fascinating world of drooling and teething, dispelling common misconceptions and shedding light on their intricate connections to your baby and toddler’s vital development.

I  explore how drooling and teething are often misunderstood markers of a child's development and uncover the underlying reasons this messy period gets pushed aside.

We linking them to the fundamental aspects of healthy nasal breathing, fun speech development, and the successful introduction to solid foods (Baby Lead Weaning, anyone!)

You will gain a deeper understanding of your toddler's growth journey and learn practical tips to support their holistic development - while dealing with less drool.

Tune in as I dismantle misconceptions, offers expert advice, and empower parents and caregivers with the knowledge they need to navigate the exciting world of toddlerhood.

Don't miss this eye-opening episode on Talking Toddlers, where curiosity meets expertise!

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16 Gestures By 16 Months
https://firstwordsproject.com/about-16by16/

Fussy babies, pacifiers, self-soothing, and self-regulation… 

We continue the conversation in this week’s episode as there seems to be a lot of nuances we can’t overlook.

• oral motor development (how your baby’s mouth is shaped)
• speech sounds and eating skills
• breathing and upper respiratory health
• sleep, rest and recovery

Remember, my purpose is to demonstrate how EVERYTHING is related - especially in those first three years …

Our PRIMARY GOAL - help your baby / toddler develop into a happy, healthy, engaged and curious 7 year old.

This episode, I cover 5 Tips To Help Settle Your Baby (only one small part is using a pacifier).

Although there are periods where it may feel like we won’t last … I promise the more we focus on the moment, trying different strategies - the more you’ll both find  peace.

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16 Gestures By 16 Months
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It's a common 'go to' and has been around for centuries, so why are there so many questions?

 Do ALL babies use pacifiers?

Are there possible risks or side effects?

What can I do INSTEAD to help my fussy baby?

In this episode I cover these questions and strategies to build your understanding, make a plan and create a strategy for each stage of your baby's first year.

All babies are not equal ... you know that, so we have to sometimes step back and look at a variety of possibilities.

While pacifiers have some  benefits, there are some downsides. And since many babies often fall in love with theirs, it’s worth considering both sides of the debate before you introduce them.

After listening through to this week's episode, you'll feel much more confident and  ready to ease your baby's fussiness ... with and without a pacifier.

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16 Gestures By 16 Months
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Kids and snacks go together like peanut butter and jelly, but for parents, the non-stop requests for more food can leave you frustrated and burnt-out…and perhaps wondering why? 

The truth is that toddlers' bodies need plenty of healthy, nutrient-dense calories to support growth and development. 

But kids also need boundaries to help them make smart, healthy choices when it comes to what (and when) they eat.

By using 5 Simple Steps like meal schedules and open discussion about hunger, you can help your toddler learn how to listen to their bodies.

In this episode we cover WHY kids end up snacking/grazing all day and HOW you can redesign your kitchen habits.

By the way, I include a few hard facts on how food companies make it feel (almost) impossible to eat healthy … but you don’t have to buy into them (pun intended).

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16 Gestures By 16 Months
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Success can look different to each of us ... but I bet you have some 'idea' of how you see your toddler in the future ... confident, curious, helpful, kind, creative?

How can we help him or her achieve that?

Well it starts with PLAY ... to explore their environment, try new things, and solve problems (through play) they build confidence, social competence, and emotional stability.

Listen to this week's episode to hone your understanding of the best form of PLAY!

OPEN-ENDED PLAY ...

It is play with no direction,  no limits, rules, or interference.

It is letting your child use his imagination free from predefined limits or expectations. 

No amount of technology can do for the developing child’s brain what a box, a pile of clay, or a tub of wooden blocks can do.

You don’t need expensive toys – nor do you need a lot of toys.

For engaging, self-directed learning to happen in your home, you need toys to encourage open-ended play.

Show them a few ideas ... set the stage ... and then let them run with it.

As you prepare for the holiday season ... keep it simple. Keep it healthy. Keep it fun.

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16 Gestures By 16 Months
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In this episode I cover some exciting NEW SCIENCE that helps us understand developmental risk factors and how much influence we have on our babies and toddlers.

If Autism is genetic, can we do anything to minimize its impact?

Are we stuck with what we have inherited, or can our environment influence how our genes unfold?

What about the Nature vs Nurture debate? Does it matter?

I love to question science, because I was taught science is never settled. This seems especially true with early child development.

Take a listen and let me know what questions you have.

It's exciting times and I'm delighted to share my insights.

EAT. TALK. PLAY.

Articles mentioned in this episode:

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41593-023-01361-0


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Don't worry ... be happy!

How can you be sure your toddler will be ready for reading?

Wait ... he can barely speak in sentences!!

The answer rests in what you DO together in those first three years... right now!

In this episode, I share how the current reading 'methods' are changing once AGAIN, and how you can stay ahead of it - without worry or self-doubt.

You build strong reading skills through nursery rhymes, Simon Says, books, routines and dancing ... really?

YEP!

Listen up (no pun intended) and pat yourself on the back ... you've got this.

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16 Gestures By 16 Months
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Mornings can be a difficult period OR a brilliant opportunity.

It may often feel like a time crunch ... or is it?

In this episode, I challenge you to re-think your morning routine.

Let's walk through a healthy, effective and efficient MORNING ROUTINE that supports engagement, language learning, and fosters growth ... no matter what age your baby/toddler is... every morning is a new beginning.

Here we cover 5 Basic Morning Routines with 2 Bonus strategies that give your little one 100's of talking opportunities!

I'm sure you'll enjoy this episode.

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Links mentioned in episode:
Ditch The Carbs (sorry, I misspoke ... it's NOT Low Carb Kids)
https://www.ditchthecarbs.com/kids/

16 Gestures By 16 Months
https://firstwordsproject.com/about-16by16/