Transforming The Toddler Years- Parents and Educators Raising Calm, Connected, Capable Kids

What is selective mutism? Dr Elisa Shipon-Blum joins me in this episode to talk about communication, mutism and selective more! Dr Elisa Shipon-Blum, DO is the President and Director of the Selective Mutism Anxiety and Related Disorders Treatment Center (SMart Center) and is a board certified physician who specializes in Selective Mutism. Learn more about Dr Shipon-Blums work on her podcast, Unspo...

How important is compromise with your child? In this final episode of our five part series on the four Cs of collaborative discipline, learn to transform the way that you connect with kids, problem solve with them and completely avoid power struggles. Download the free 4 C's of Collaborative Discipline PDF now! Looking for more 1:1 help? Book your complimentary connection call and we will expl...

How important is collaborating with your kids? In this episode, I discuss the third C of Collaborative Discipline: Collaboration.   I share that it's the togetherness is where you problem solve. Let's turn the daily tantrums into teachable moments that align with your core values as you raise whole kids in my ⁠ Transforming the Toddler Years Course ⁠ . The course is six modules and it dive...

Is your toddler not cooperating? Tia Slightham joins me to talk about understanding the WHY behind your child’s behavior , to set you and your family up for success. We discuss shifting your parenting to shift your child’s behavior and how “forcing” kids to listen or cooperate won’t work! Tia is the founder of Tia Slightham- Parenting Solutions and The Parenting With Purpose Method , where she wor...

Curious about collaborative discipline? In this episode, I talk about the second C of collaborative discipline- communication! I share why it is a cornerstone of the collaborative discipline framework and share an example of it in action. Download the free 4 C's of Collaborative Discipline PDF now! Ready to take the next step? Check out my short video training, where I guide you through the pr...

What if your child’s most powerful teacher has been you all along? In this eye-opening episode, I welcome back early childhood expert Gretchen Camp for a deep dive into one of the most fascinating — and misunderstood — topics in parenting: the toddler brain. We unpack how a child’s brain develops between ages 0–5, why those years matter more than any ABCs or 123s ever could, and how parents can be...

Want to know how to really connect with your child? In this episode, I talk about connection being the key first step in the collaborative discipline cycle. Spoiler alert: connection is not made with words! Ready to take the next step? Check out my short video training, where I guide you through the process of writing your personalized mission statement for raising and to teaching extraordinary hu...

Are modern parenting styles helping us—or holding us back? Gretchen Camp joins me in this episode to explore what it truly means to raise and teach toddlers in today’s parenting culture. We reflect on how teaching and parenting overlap, how intuition is being drowned out by parenting “labels,” and why connection—not curriculum—is the foundation of learning for young children. Gretchen is a toddler...

Join me as I discuss the four C's of collaborative discipline, starting with a positive definition of discipline. I then give an overview of the four intentional steps of collaborative discipline and share a story where I recently practiced this approach. Ready to Adopt the 4 C’s of Collaborative Discipline? Grab your free download and embrace connection before correction! Get it here. October...

Struggling with fatigue, mood swings, or feeling “off” after motherhood? In this episode, Vanda Aubrey joins me to discuss balancing maternal hormones and explore how functional medicine differs from traditional approaches. Learn practical ways to restore balance, reclaim your energy, and finally feel like yourself again. Vanda is a Functional Medicine Nurse and Board-Certified Nurse Coach special...

Does your toddler fall apart when there is a sudden change of plans? In this episode, I explore simple, conscious parenting strategies to help little ones feel safe, supported, and more adaptable during transitions and share mindful ways to guide your child through sudden changes with calm, connection, and confidence. Parenting is hard – support shouldn’t be. Get my weekly dose of encouragement &a...

Want to teach your littles self-regulation? Lisa Danahy joins me in this episode to discuss connecting on an energetic level as a great way to start building more positive and effective emotional regulation and communication, as we peel away authority and expectations and become co-creators in our children’s spaces. We also discuss emotions as energy in motion and co-regulation through mindful mov...

Is tech helping or hurting your kids? In this episode, I unpack the toxic effects of screen time on toddlers, tweens, and teens . From AAP screen-time guidelines to real-life stories, we explore how early habits shape focus, social skills, and even addiction . Walk away with practical steps to set boundaries, foster connection, and rethink your family’s relationship with technology. Teachers and E...

Want your kids to thrive long after they leave the house? In the final episode of a very special mini-series with my 20 year old daughter Caroline, s he reflects on her journey into adulthood, including the leap of faith she took moving to Japan at 18. She shares candid stories about navigating uncertainty, building independence, and finding strength in faith and communication. This conversation o...

Feel like you're always entertaining your little one? In this episode, I share why it is our job as parents, caregivers and educators to allow infants, toddlers, and preschoolers to experience the world, not to manufacture their experience by entertaining them at all times . Join the community! Weekly insights, tools and real talk about parenting – delivered to you in my weekly newsletter. Sig...

Want to raise kids who become healthy adults? In episode of two of a very special mini-series with my 20 year old daughter Caroline, s he reflects on her journey into adulthood, including the leap of faith she took moving to Japan at 18. She shares candid stories about navigating uncertainty, building independence, and finding strength in faith and communication. This conversation offers a rare, v...

Want to avoid power struggles with your toddler? In this episode I talk about the 90/10 parenting principal and how it can help us set boundaries and avoid power struggles . You'll hear how to use this method and a few examples of it in action ! If you want to know more about this entire methodology, I invite you to look at my⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Transforming the Toddler Years course ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . ⁠ ⁠ The cou...

Want to raise kids who become healthy adults? In this heartfelt and deeply personal episode, I welcome my 20 year old daughter Caroline. She reflects on her journey into adulthood, including the leap of faith she took moving to Japan at 18. Together, we discuss the power of intentional parenting, resilience, and the lasting impact of early childhood experiences . Caroline shares candid stories abo...

Nervous system regulation and toddlers? Listen to this! In this episode, I reflect on my summer hiatus and reground listeners into the mission of the podcast . I emphasize the importance of understanding children's behaviors through a lens of nervous system regulation, trauma, and emotional safety . I invite parents and caregivers to observe, connect, and lean into the humanity of their childr...

School drop off have you stressed? In this episode, I talk about some of our kids biggest struggles: social and separation anxiety . This episode continues our back-to-school re-release series as kids begin a full-time daycare, preschool, or Kindergarten programs. Learning how to say goodbye without tears is a big transition. Help set your kids (and yourself) up for smoother mornings! Love what yo...

Does your child resist going to daycare, leaving you feeling frustrated or unsure? In this episode special re-release episode, I talk about how to handle when kids don't want to go to school or daycare. I emphasize that even when it's hard, telling the truth sets us up for success. Looking for some support on your parenting journey? Book a ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ complimentary connection call ⁠ with m...

Does your child act like an angel at school and then come home and fall apart? In this episode special re-release episode, I take you inside your child's brain and body as they start something new. Big transitions take BIG energy . Learn why they are out of resources when they come home to you at the end of a long daycare, preschool, or Kindergarten day. Teachers and ECE Professionals - what type...

Always struggling to get out the door on time? In this special summer re-release, I talk about the power of routines and how they support our goals by empowering your kids to be a participant in the plan . Getting out the door on time is hard, especially when you're starting a new transition with time restrictions, like school. Set yourself and your kids up for success! Looking for intentional...

Does your toddler struggle with social anxiety? In this special summer series re-release, I discuss how to support your child and their social anxiety . I emphasize being aware of what spaces your child can be successful in and setting reasonable and achievable expectations . I also offers tips for getting your child to express when they are overwhelmed, how to be there with them to support them,...

Curious about the difference between traits and characteristics? In this episode I discuss the difference between traits and characteristics and why it is important to be mindful of the difference.   I explore the idea of a growth mindset in relation to learning characteristics. Looking for some support on your parenting journey? Book a ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ complimentary connection call ⁠ with me ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠a...