Olivia interviews Andrea Goldner, a former caregiver turned children's author, whose real-life inspired picture books celebrate family moments and childhood wonder. They discuss the importance of reading to children, highlighting its benefits for parent-child bonding, early learning, and empathy. Andrea shares her passion from years of caregiving and the positive impacts of storytelling. The episode's speed round touches on topics like early childhood education, video games, and children's literature. 

More on Andrea: NanniAndi.com

00:21 The Importance of Reading to Children
01:24 Andrea's Journey as a Caregiver
02:03 The Benefits of Reading and Storytelling
04:33 Speed Round: What Matters?
08:55 Andrea's Children's Books and Final Thoughts

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