Walkin' The Talk - Where Experts Break It Down for Parents Podcast

🎙️ Show Notes — Toys: Our Favorites for 18 Months+ Learn From Us and With Us™ — PT ✧ OT ✧ SLP Welcome back to Walkin’ the Talk™ , where we (your Trinamic Trio™ — a Pediatric PT, OT, and SLP) break down child development in simple, practical ways that actually make sense for busy parents. Today’s episode is all about toys for toddlers 18 months and older — what we recommend, why we recommend them,...

In this episode, you’ll hear: Rachel’s personal story of why she felt called to create NewDay Child Coaching. Why Rachel knew she couldn’t do this alone—and how Amber Michelle, DPT, and Amanda Rae, OTR, joined to form the Trinamic Trio™. The vision behind blending PT, OT, and SLP expertise so parents can see their child through a whole-child lens. How NewDay is building a global parent community g...

In this episode of the NewDay Child Coaching Podcast , the Trinamic Trio™ — Rachel Lynn (SLP), Amanda Rae (OTR), and Amber Michelle (DPT) — sit down with researcher Andreina Diaz-Rosales to unpack what science really says about screen time and its connection to autism-like traits in young children. Together, we explore how both the amount and type of screen use affect child development, behavior,...

Episode Summary Paragraph Traveling with kids can be overwhelming—and when you add special needs, medical challenges, or even a broken leg into the mix, it can feel impossible. That’s where January Johnston, PT, mom of 5, and Special Needs Travel Agent , comes in. In this episode of Walkin’ The Talk , January shares how her professional background and personal experience make her the perfect resou...

🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode The best toy types for infants (0–11 months) to encourage early exploration. Our top recommendations for young toddlers (12–18 months) that support growing independence and problem-solving. How toys can nurture motor, sensory, communication, and social skills . Which flashy toys to skip—and why simple, open-ended toys often win. Real-life examples of toys our o...

Episode Summary Paragraph Your baby’s first steps are a big milestone—but with so many shoe options out there, how do you know what’s best? In this episode of Walkin’ The Talk , pediatric physical therapist Dr. Amber Michelle, DPT shares her go-to guide for picking the best shoes for new walkers . From flexible soles to proper fit, Amber explains the four key features every parent should look for...

Welcome to the Trinamic Trio™’s Walkin’ The Talk Podcast —where a Physical Therapist, an Occupational Therapist, and a Speech-Language Pathologist team up to help parents navigate the early years of child development. With over 39 years of combined experience (and plenty of laughter), we break down milestones, bust myths, and share real-life tips you can use today. In this trailer, get a sneak pee...

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