In this episode we continue to make a strong connection with eating / chewing and speech development from 18 - 24 months of age. Understanding that kids' preferences may wax and wane doesn't change your style of parenting. Parenting with consistency requires us to set the boundaries around healthy choices while allowing exploration. Parents who understand how structure, function and development fit together can feel confident their toddler stays on track, and feels at peace even when it gets messy! As always, if you get value from this episode, please subscribe so you do not miss out, rate and review the <a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-toddlers/id1620960203'>podcast on Apple Podcasts</a>, and share with me when you’re listening! Screenshot where you are in the episode, and tag me, <a href='https://www.instagram.com/erin.hyer/'>@erin.hyer, on Instagram</a>.  www.HyerLearning.com

In this episode we continue to make a strong connection with eating / chewing and speech development from 18 - 24 months of age. Understanding that kids' preferences may wax and wane doesn't change your style of parenting. Parenting with consistency requires us to set the boundaries around healthy choices while allowing exploration. Parents who understand how structure, function and development fit together can feel confident their toddler stays on track, and feels at peace even when it gets messy! As always, if you get value from this episode, please subscribe so you do not miss out, rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and share with me when you’re listening! Screenshot where you are in the episode, and tag me, @erin.hyer, on Instagram. www.HyerLearning.com

In this episode we continue to make a strong connection with eating / chewing and speech development from 18 - 24 months of age. Understanding that kids' preferences may wax and wane doesn't change your style of parenting. Parenting with consistency requires us to set the boundaries around healthy choices while allowing exploration. Parents who understand how structure, function and development fit together can feel confident their toddler stays on track, and feels at peace even when it gets messy! As always, if you get value from this episode, please subscribe so you do not miss out, rate and review the <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-toddlers/id1620960203" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast on Apple Podcasts</a>, and share with me when you’re listening! Screenshot where you are in the episode, and tag me, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/erin.hyer/" rel="noopener noreferrer">@erin.hyer, on Instagram</a>.&nbsp; www.HyerLearning.com

Unpredictable Behaviors Before Two: Eating, Speaking and Learning Everyday Ep 11

Calm, developmentally grounded guidance for moms of babies and toddlers. As a mom of a baby or toddler, it can feel like everyone has an opinion - and very few answers that actually make things clearer. The noise is loud. The pressure is real. And the uncertainty can be exhausting. Talking Toddlers is a podcast for moms who want calm, trustworthy, developmentally grounded guidance - without fear, guilt, or unrealistic expectations. I’m Erin Hyer, a licensed speech-language pathologist with nearly 35 years of experience supporting young children and their families. I’ve spent my career on the floor with toddlers, partnering with parents, consulting with early educators, and training graduate students to understand how children truly grow, learn, and communicate - through relationships, everyday routines, and meaningful language experiences. This podcast breaks down how the young brain learns, why certain behaviors or challenges show up, and how parents can gently support development before small concerns become bigger ones. I believe parents are in a powerful position — not to do more, but to understand more. Each episode offers: <ul><li>Practical, real-life strategies you can use during everyday routines</li></ul> <ul><li>Gentle explanations of the why behind toddler behavior and development</li></ul> <ul><li>Supportive conversations that help you feel less alone and more confident</li></ul> My goal is simple: to help moms feel empowered and toddlers feel supported - so learning, communication, and connection can grow naturally at home. New episodes of Talking Toddlers are released weekly.&nbsp; This is a space for clarity, connection, and courage - where moms come to slow down, trust themselves, and support their child’s development with confidence.

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Calm, developmentally grounded guidance for moms of babies and toddlers. As a mom of a baby or toddler, it can feel like everyone has an opinion - and very few answers that actually make things clearer. The noise is loud. The pressure is real. And the uncertainty can be exhausting. Talking Toddlers is a podcast for moms who want calm, trustworthy, developmentally grounded guidance - without fear, guilt, or unrealistic expectations. I’m Erin Hyer, a licensed speech-language pathologist with nearly 35 years of experience supporting young children and their families. I’ve spent my career on the floor with toddlers, partnering with parents, consulting with early educators, and training graduate students to understand how children truly grow, learn, and communicate - through relationships, everyday routines, and meaningful language experiences. This podcast breaks down how the young brain learns, why certain behaviors or challenges show up, and how parents can gently support development before small concerns become bigger ones. I believe parents are in a powerful position — not to do more, but to understand more. Each episode offers: Practical, real-life strategies you can use during everyday routines Gentle explanations of the why behind toddler behavior and development Supportive conversations that help you feel less alone and more confident My goal is simple: to help moms feel empowered and toddlers feel supported - so learning, communication, and connection can grow naturally at home. New episodes of Talking Toddlers are released weekly.  This is a space for clarity, connection, and courage - where moms come to slow down, trust themselves, and support their child’s development with confidence.

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