Ep #28: Sign Language: Not Just for Hard-of-Hearing Children with Cynthia Long
Rachelle isn’t a teacher, and she wasn’t quite sure what Luna was supposed to be learning and didn’t want to miss anything. However, she was also having a hard time keeping Luna engaged and interested. That’s when she found the Mommy & Me Preschool program, which changed everything for both of them, and Rachelle is here to tell us exactly how.
Ep #27: Using Mommy & Me Preschool: A Parent’s Experience
Rachelle isn’t a teacher, and she wasn’t quite sure what Luna was supposed to be learning and didn’t want to miss anything. However, she was also having a hard time keeping Luna engaged and interested. That’s when she found the Mommy & Me Preschool program, which changed everything for both of them, and Rachelle is here to tell us exactly how.
Ep #26: What Your Child Needs at Different Developmental Stages with Alta Schwab
What are the different phases of your child’s brain development, and how does their current age of development relate to our hierarchy of needs as human beings?
Ep #25: Tantrums and Challenging Behaviors with Jill Urbane
This week, I’m speaking to Jill Urbane, also known as The Mentor Mom. Jill is a licensed social worker and early childhood expert who has been working with toddler and preschool parents for nearly 25 years. She talks about what your child is doing and their development in a way that is so helpful, personable, and relatable, so you’re going to love this conversation.
Ep #24: Using Music to Teach Your Children Emotional Regulation with Laurie Berkner
I’m speaking to Laurie Berkner who is one of the top preschool music artists in the world. She has over one billion streams, over 350 million views on YouTube, an incredible list of top songs you might already be familiar with, and she’s here to share her thoughts on how music gives children the opportunity to practice emotional regulation.
Ep #23: How to Help Your Child Process Negative Thoughts
Your child is an excellent story maker because, as humans, our brains create stories all day long. It’s how we function and work through our lives, but we have to remember that by scripting these stories, we are often taking liberties with the truth. So, how can you help your child process the negative stories they tell themselves?
Ep #22: 5 Signs of a Spoiled Child and What You Can Do About It
How can you tell if your child is a little bit spoiled? This is a question every parent asks themselves and becomes concern about at some point. The good news is there are signs we can look for, and there are things we can do about it while having a lot of compassion for ourselves.
Ep #21: 3 Steps of Learning and Memory
How does your child’s memory work? Since learning is one of our kids’ primary jobs, it’s important that we actually understand what that process looks like. Fully understanding our child’s memory can teach us a lot about how to teach our children and help them remember the things we want them to remember.
Ep #20: Building Your Child’s Vocabulary and Language with Lenora Edwards
What should your child’s language development look like at ages two, three, four, or five years old? How many words should a child in this age range be able to communicate? What can you do to help them develop their vocabulary and language in a fun and engaging way?
Ep #19: Creating a Safe Space for Emotions with Dr. Cindy Hovington, Ph.D.
Dr. Cindy is a mother of three from Montreal, Canada, and the founder and director of Curious Neuron: an online resource to help parents protect their children’s emotional health through science-backed tips. Her work is all about giving parents the tools to cultivate emotional wellbeing, and she’s here to share her top tips and strategies with us.
Ep #18: Supporting Your Child’s Development Through Music Therapy with Stephanie Leavell
Have you ever wondered if there’s a better way to navigate those high-stress points of your day? Whether it’s getting ready for school, night-time routines, or leaving playdates, what if we could decrease our verbal commands and use music instead to decrease stress and anxiety?
Ep #17: How Toys Impact Your Child’s Brain
Children love toys. Toys have always been a way for children to learn about themselves and the world through play. With sensory play, make believe, pretend play, and skill or academic toys, just to name a few, this is how our children build the skills of creativity, imagination, and fantasy as their brains rapidly develop.