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

What if one of the most powerful things you can do for your child's brain, language, and emotional development isn't a program, a therapy, or a curriculum — it's dinner?In this foundational episode, speech-language pathologist and child development expert Erin Hyer, unpacks the s ...  Show more

There's something running in the background of most homes with young children right now. Not something dramatic. Not something you'd even think to question.The TV. Just on. Nobody watching. Life happening around it.And after nearly four decades of clinical work with children 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 ...