Why Does Pretend Play Matter? - Explore Its I...

Last week I introduced the first two habits quietly getting in the way of your toddler's speech.This week we go deeper.In Part 2 I'm sharing Habits 3, 4, and 5 - and these are the ones that tend to stop parents cold. Not because they're complicated. But because nobody told them t ...  Show more

If you've ever watched your toddler at a playground - wanting to join in, but not quite knowing how - this episode is for you.After nearly 40 years as a speech-language pathologist, I've worked with hundreds of families whose children were bright, loved, and well cared for - and ...  Show more

Join Laura Mize, M.S., CCC-SLP of teachmetotalk.com as she discusses effective strategies for helping late talking toddlers begin to talk. When there are no other developmental  red flags ( meaning a child is socially connected to other people, has an adequate attention span when ...  Show more

"Mommy, I'm bored." How many times have you heard this?

In this episode I share why kids say "I'm bored" and how to reframe it's meaning. I emphasize the importance to create a love of learning whe ...

Dr. Cathryn delves into the piercing world of toddler shrieks and screams, a phase that's as challenging as it is common. We share a story that brings this issue close to home for many, discuss why toddlers go through this phase and present big-hearted strategies to manage and mi ...  Show more

October 17, 2023

Transforming the Toddler Years- Episode 81

My Kids Don't Want to go to Preschool! What Do I Do?

In this episode, Cara discusses how to handle when kids don't want to go to school or daycare. She shares ...