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We continue the conversation on the four central pillars which support strong verbal communication skills, which developed through every day experiences.

In this episode, I present how parents who understand why playing peek-a-boo is so critical to brain development can jumpstart talking, understanding and learning more naturally. What red-flag to look for and how to enhance your everyday activities to expand growth easily.

When we bring it back to basics, reinforce how humans learn naturally,  everyone wins. Your toddler "hits" his milestones through experience, practice, opportunities and you attention.

Nothing can replace your time together.

With these four central pillars attention, self-regulation, understanding, curiosity, and expressing herself seem to blossom with ease.

Listen and enjoy establishing true connection with your little guy or gal.

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Want to jumpstart your toddler's talking?
Want to know the secrets behind peek-a-boo?
Want to connect learning to listen and cognitive skills?

In this episode we cover all of that - and more.

Human communication develops in a predictable pattern and parents who know what those are will stay ahead of the curve ... and your toddler will build his talking skills with ease.

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In this episode, I share the 5 BASIC rules to support your baby & toddler to eat (and LOVE) a variety of solid foods - by passing the purees - through Baby Led Weaning methods.

I cover a few secrets that can alleviate delayed progress, frustration and overwhelm.

I bet your pediatrician, daycare provider, nanny or great auntie won't know these basic 'rules' and strategies - and they don't know how to connect good mouth experiences (chewing, eating, drinking, swallowing) to stronger speech development.

But after listening to this episode - YOU WILL.

It's a win-win for baby and you ... listen to the end as I have some homework for you :)

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This episode I cover Tummy Time and how best to support your baby with courage, knowledge, and true success.

Growth and development are NOT linear.

Each child follows their own developmental rhythm, so not all babies will reach these stages at the same time, and sometimes they get bunched together.

It's a progression. It's necessary beyond strength and coordination.

Listen through and learn how it builds conscious intellectual activity!

Tummy Time supports:

• Visual skills / depth perception - visual & auditory connection/integration
• Open up hands / thumb - grabbing and picking small items (utensils, object play)
• Prevents / mitigate plagiocephaly  & torticollis
• Lengthen & strengthen front of the body: roll-over, sit-up, crawl, stand & walk
• Baby Led Weaning introduces solid foods around ~ 6 months 
   
• START with goal of  1-2 mins  for  every wake period / broken up in 24 hrs
• Think BURSTS: provide a few seconds on your chest, football position, or lap
• Around the second month introduce floor with a towel rolled up under him/her
• TOYS to distract are very helpful
• But remember... YOU are his #1 toy. You are her love interest.
• By 3 months  work toward 60 mins of tummy time broken up throughout the whole day ... sprinkled across each waking period

THE PURPOSE HERE is to find clarity & provide a place where moms can find peace knowing they don’t have to figure it out on their own.

It’s good for all of us - babies, children and adults - to push ourselves OUT OF OUR COMFORT ZOME  just a little bit ... and then practice things that are a bit hard.

That's how we grow.
That's healthy development.
That's progress.

That's living.

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"What we see in the crib is the most powerful learning machine in the universe."

• New parents often ask … what do I do? 
• Do I have to entertain???
• Does it matter?

YES … it matters, but you don’t have to feel overwhelmed or uncertain.

Communication starts with that initial (unforgettable) outburst of crying.

The first few months crying becomes directed & purposeful - especially as your baby makes reassuring eye contact with the adults in his daily life. 

There are very (simple) clear methods to build healthy development ... you just need to know magic behind them.

This episode covers the 10 TOP Activities for your baby from birth - 6 months.

I walk you through the how and why ... then you can take it from there.

All toddlers are different, but knowing what the guidelines mean is going "up stream" before concerns build.

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We don't have to over-think toddlers. They are pretty straightforward.

Look at their social-emotional growth, their physical development (large and small muscles), then - look at their verbal communication.

In this episode, I continue the 4 real-life cases of 'late talkers.' What types of behaviors do I gather during that first session? How can you do the same?

Questions to ask yourself:

• How connected are we when we play peek-a-boo or a tickle game?
• Does he smile at strangers with purpose?
• Can he attend to a book for 2-5 minutes? (not 'reading" but sharing)
• Does she try to talk?
• Can he follow my lead?
• Am I getting frustrated?
• Did he crawl or just start running?
• Have I ever really just watched him chew?

These types of questions hold a wealth of knowledge and can help lead you to peace of mind.

Listen to learn what information to gathered, so you can know.

All toddlers are different, but knowing what the guidelines mean is going "up stream" before concerns build.

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Check out these 4 real-life families and how I break down the initial evaluation process. Your concerns or questions may resonate with these stories. You will hear how each child "found their voice" and emerged successfully.

All parents worry, that goes with the territory. But finding a community of like-minded individuals and guides to help you navigate this often rocky journey - brings strength and direction. Parents who embrace the process find peace, as they and their toddler stand on solid ground with more clarity and ease. 

My purpose is to help take the guess work out of it ... you don't have to do it alone.

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What makes a Late Talker?

Can we determine who will "grow out of it" and who will not?

Are you asking, "When should you seek advice?"

Many parents (and professionals) misread their toddler simply because they don't know what to look for - you don't know what you don't know!

He's an active boy! He's stubborn! She's shy or apprehensive.

OK, that might be true, but we still expect speech by their second birthday.

Yes, there's a range, but don't be fooled into thinking "all kids figure it out."

In this episode, we cover all those questions and more.  I break down the TRUE definition of a Late Talker - what criteria to look for AND what other behaviors (or lack there of) help shape the health and well-being of your beautiful child.

More importantly, I provide a list of "Risk Factors" that will help you determine your next best steps... you can find them by clicking HERE.

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In this episode, I finish diving into the list of 12 Easy Tips to Increase Talking & Listening ... by focusing on what they need the most.

It doesn't have to feel overwhelming if we keep it simple and focus on target areas:

• Language Skills
• Motor Skills
• Social Skills
• Early Learning Skills
• Imagination Skills
• Self-Regulating Skills

While using everyday experiences to build the above list - YOU are what they need most.

As you listen to these tips - imagine how you can practice incorporating them into your routines - how can you expand your parenting?

You're probably doing some / many of these suggestions, but now you know just how important they are to your toddler's development - across the board.

While some kids may appear to learn through osmosis - MOST need direct, hand-over-hand support ... and that's where parenting rests.

Listening and speaking take A LOT of practice! Have fun and enjoy the journey!

As you listen - think of how you can implement or are you already doing many of these ideas ... congratulations, keep it up. Expand, Repeat. Enjoy.

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Save during the holidays - everybody wants that!

By using the 12 Easy Tips to Increase Talking & Listening everybody wins - your toddlers, your family and your savings!

Most importantly YOU reduce stress while increasing family warmth & harmony.

Parenting and learning are journeys ... and at this age, your babies & toddlers thrive when you focus less on the "stuff" and more on the engagements.

Sometimes we need to be reminded and let go of the unrealistic expectations.

As you listen - think of how you can implement or are you already doing many of these ideas ... congratulations, keep it up. Expand, Repeat. Enjoy.

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