Toddler Toolkit Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/toddler-toolkit The complete toolkit for understanding toddler behavior (e.g. hitting, throwing, biting, pushing), navigating tantrums and meltdowns, fostering healthy sibling relationships and dynamics so your kids can get along and raising skilled resilient self-regulated toddlers. If you have toddlers that are close in age or multiple kids then this podcast is made for you! Heather helps parents transform their aggressive toddlers behavior into a calm, kind and caring toddler with a more peaceful and joyful home. Heather is the Founder of Heather Schalk Parenting, a Twin Mama, Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, Teacher for 10 years (pre-k through 9th grade), specialization in behavior, with her M.Ed. Heather's passion is helping moms of toddlers who have disruptive tantrums develop proactive and 'in the moment' strategies to Transform their toddlers disruptive tantrums, aggressive ‘button-pushing’ behavior into a Calm, Kind and Caring Toddler so you have a joyful family and enjoy motherhood. Next Toddler Mom Cohort to Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior taught by Heather is in September 2024! © 2026 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 4e5b86b8-f503-51ef-bc35-5f12cfcc4f37 yes en Mon, 30 Mar 2026 05:00:09 -0500 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 05:02:17 -0500 https://twinmomroadmap.wordpress.com/ https://img.transistorcdn.com/eHtSCAr7y3P0DPRFjLNNN5b3JsV_UGrJUglRTrz9Ewg/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS80YmFl/ZWY5YmMwYTk0MjM2/NWNlOGMxMmRmOGEw/ZTM0Ny5wbmc.jpg Toddler Toolkit https://twinmomroadmap.wordpress.com/ episodic Heather Schalk, M.Ed. The complete toolkit for understanding toddler behavior (e.g. hitting, throwing, biting, pushing), navigating tantrums and meltdowns, fostering healthy sibling relationships and dynamics so your kids can get along and raising skilled resilient self-regulated toddlers. If you have toddlers that are close in age or multiple kids then this podcast is made for you! Heather helps parents transform their aggressive toddlers behavior into a calm, kind and caring toddler with a more peaceful and joyful home. Heather is the Founder of Heather Schalk Parenting, a Twin Mama, Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, Teacher for 10 years (pre-k through 9th grade), specialization in behavior, with her M.Ed. Heather's passion is helping moms of toddlers who have disruptive tantrums develop proactive and 'in the moment' strategies to Transform their toddlers disruptive tantrums, aggressive ‘button-pushing’ behavior into a Calm, Kind and Caring Toddler so you have a joyful family and enjoy motherhood. Next Toddler Mom Cohort to Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior taught by Heather is in September 2024! The complete toolkit for understanding toddler behavior (e.g. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. No No When Your Child Feels Harder Than Everyone Else’s… Listen to This 117 117 When Your Child Feels Harder Than Everyone Else’s… Listen to This full a211dc14-dd8b-4b3b-938b-4520cefaef71 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e2d4e31c Follow and Subscribe:
🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk
Heather will be pouring more energy into YouTube for a more personal and face to face experience with her listeners and to help reach more parents in need. If you enjoyed this podcast or it meant something to you/ shifting something for you... please help support this new channel by listening on YouTube. Thank you :)
Listen on YouTube Here!

If you’ve ever felt like your child is harder than everyone else’s…

or like nothing you’re doing is working…

you’re not alone.

And you’re not doing anything wrong.


I made something to help you actually see this for yourself:

👉 [Download the Conditions Checklist]

It walks you through one moment your child struggled…

and helps you see what was actually stacked against them.

Because once you see it…

you stop trying to fix your child

and start setting them up to succeed.

With you in this,

~Heather

]]> Follow and Subscribe:
🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk
Heather will be pouring more energy into YouTube for a more personal and face to face experience with her listeners and to help reach more parents in need. If you enjoyed this podcast or it meant something to you/ shifting something for you... please help support this new channel by listening on YouTube. Thank you :)
Listen on YouTube Here!

If you’ve ever felt like your child is harder than everyone else’s…

or like nothing you’re doing is working…

you’re not alone.

And you’re not doing anything wrong.


I made something to help you actually see this for yourself:

👉 [Download the Conditions Checklist]

It walks you through one moment your child struggled…

and helps you see what was actually stacked against them.

Because once you see it…

you stop trying to fix your child

and start setting them up to succeed.

With you in this,

~Heather

]]> Mon, 30 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 942 Follow and Subscribe:
🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk
Heather will be pouring more energy into YouTube for a more personal and face to face experience with her listeners and to help reach more parents in need. If you enjoyed this podcast or it meant something to you/ shifting something for you... please help support this new channel by listening on YouTube. Thank you :)
Listen on YouTube Here!

If you’ve ever felt like your child is harder than everyone else’s…

or like nothing you’re doing is working…

you’re not alone.

And you’re not doing anything wrong.


I made something to help you actually see this for yourself:

👉 [Download the Conditions Checklist]

It walks you through one moment your child struggled…

and helps you see what was actually stacked against them.

Because once you see it…

you stop trying to fix your child

and start setting them up to succeed.

With you in this,

~Heather

]]> No Why Your Toddler Looks Like They’re Ignoring You (And What To Do Instead) 116 116 Why Your Toddler Looks Like They’re Ignoring You (And What To Do Instead) full 35423646-f25b-4fff-bde3-9131dc3b7d6c https://share.transistor.fm/s/5f773539 When Your Toddler Looks at You and Still Does It (What’s Really Happening + What to Do)

Mentioned episodes:
From Throwing to Lining Up: What Your Child’s Play Is Really Telling You with Ruth Vercoe
The Missing Piece in Gentle Parenting (And Why It Feels So Hard)

🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!


This episode explains why toddlers sometimes make eye contact, hear “stop,” and keep touching, spitting, or hitting anyway—and why treating it like defiance can escalate things.

It covers four common reasons underneath the behavior: nervous system activation (impulse control goes offline), a connection check fueled by uncertainty, a reinforcement loop where repeated reacting becomes stimulating and words lose weight without follow-through, and normal developmental experimentation with cause and effect.

 Instead of yelling, threatening, or repeating yourself, the focus is on interrupting the pattern by changing the structure: move closer, use fewer words, block access, move out of range, or change the environment. A preschool example shows how removing a child from an overstimulating area stopped throwing immediately by shifting state through leadership, not punishment.

00:00 Toddlers Ignore You
00:42 Common Scenarios
01:36 Why Advice Backfires
02:42 Four Hidden Drivers
02:58 Nervous System Overload
04:02 Connection Check
05:45 Reinforcement Loop
06:48 Developmental Experimenting
07:57 Break The Reactivity Loop
09:35 Preschool Example
10:30 Hitting At Home
12:54 Shift The Pattern
14:12 Recap And Closing

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> When Your Toddler Looks at You and Still Does It (What’s Really Happening + What to Do)

Mentioned episodes:
From Throwing to Lining Up: What Your Child’s Play Is Really Telling You with Ruth Vercoe
The Missing Piece in Gentle Parenting (And Why It Feels So Hard)

🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!


This episode explains why toddlers sometimes make eye contact, hear “stop,” and keep touching, spitting, or hitting anyway—and why treating it like defiance can escalate things.

It covers four common reasons underneath the behavior: nervous system activation (impulse control goes offline), a connection check fueled by uncertainty, a reinforcement loop where repeated reacting becomes stimulating and words lose weight without follow-through, and normal developmental experimentation with cause and effect.

 Instead of yelling, threatening, or repeating yourself, the focus is on interrupting the pattern by changing the structure: move closer, use fewer words, block access, move out of range, or change the environment. A preschool example shows how removing a child from an overstimulating area stopped throwing immediately by shifting state through leadership, not punishment.

00:00 Toddlers Ignore You
00:42 Common Scenarios
01:36 Why Advice Backfires
02:42 Four Hidden Drivers
02:58 Nervous System Overload
04:02 Connection Check
05:45 Reinforcement Loop
06:48 Developmental Experimenting
07:57 Break The Reactivity Loop
09:35 Preschool Example
10:30 Hitting At Home
12:54 Shift The Pattern
14:12 Recap And Closing

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 971 When Your Toddler Looks at You and Still Does It (What’s Really Happening + What to Do)

Mentioned episodes:
From Throwing to Lining Up: What Your Child’s Play Is Really Telling You with Ruth Vercoe
The Missing Piece in Gentle Parenting (And Why It Feels So Hard)

🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!


This episode explains why toddlers sometimes make eye contact, hear “stop,” and keep touching, spitting, or hitting anyway—and why treating it like defiance can escalate things.

It covers four common reasons underneath the behavior: nervous system activation (impulse control goes offline), a connection check fueled by uncertainty, a reinforcement loop where repeated reacting becomes stimulating and words lose weight without follow-through, and normal developmental experimentation with cause and effect.

 Instead of yelling, threatening, or repeating yourself, the focus is on interrupting the pattern by changing the structure: move closer, use fewer words, block access, move out of range, or change the environment. A preschool example shows how removing a child from an overstimulating area stopped throwing immediately by shifting state through leadership, not punishment.

00:00 Toddlers Ignore You
00:42 Common Scenarios
01:36 Why Advice Backfires
02:42 Four Hidden Drivers
02:58 Nervous System Overload
04:02 Connection Check
05:45 Reinforcement Loop
06:48 Developmental Experimenting
07:57 Break The Reactivity Loop
09:35 Preschool Example
10:30 Hitting At Home
12:54 Shift The Pattern
14:12 Recap And Closing

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No The Missing Piece in Gentle Parenting (And Why It Feels So Hard) 115 115 The Missing Piece in Gentle Parenting (And Why It Feels So Hard) full 1ffe62fe-0099-4424-bffd-3032bf63a02a https://share.transistor.fm/s/8e68cb67 The Missing Piece in Gentle Parenting (And Why It Feels So Hard)

🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

This episode explains why gentle parenting can feel harder than yelling when it’s done without enough structure.

When kids are dysregulated, language processing drops, so long explanations and collaboration during meltdowns often backfire and leave parents carrying the whole load.

The missing piece is “structure containment”—not punishment, but setting up the environment and clear boundaries that prevent escalation before it starts.

Examples include removing toys temporarily to stop destructive behavior, limiting access to throwables during transitions, and using a chalk circle as a visual pool boundary.

The episode also reframes regulation as being the stable nervous system in the room, not eliminating meltdowns, and argues that structure plus empathy plus leadership builds real listening without fear or endless negotiation.

00:00 Why Calm Parenting Feels Hard
00:51 When Empathy Backfires
02:06 Structure and Containment
02:21 Fixing Chaos with Environment
04:06 Client Wins with Boundaries
07:05 Regulation First Leadership
07:33 Holding Firm Through Tantrums
10:21 Beyond Strict vs Gentle
12:46 Wrap Up and Free Guide

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> The Missing Piece in Gentle Parenting (And Why It Feels So Hard)

🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

This episode explains why gentle parenting can feel harder than yelling when it’s done without enough structure.

When kids are dysregulated, language processing drops, so long explanations and collaboration during meltdowns often backfire and leave parents carrying the whole load.

The missing piece is “structure containment”—not punishment, but setting up the environment and clear boundaries that prevent escalation before it starts.

Examples include removing toys temporarily to stop destructive behavior, limiting access to throwables during transitions, and using a chalk circle as a visual pool boundary.

The episode also reframes regulation as being the stable nervous system in the room, not eliminating meltdowns, and argues that structure plus empathy plus leadership builds real listening without fear or endless negotiation.

00:00 Why Calm Parenting Feels Hard
00:51 When Empathy Backfires
02:06 Structure and Containment
02:21 Fixing Chaos with Environment
04:06 Client Wins with Boundaries
07:05 Regulation First Leadership
07:33 Holding Firm Through Tantrums
10:21 Beyond Strict vs Gentle
12:46 Wrap Up and Free Guide

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 02 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 902 The Missing Piece in Gentle Parenting (And Why It Feels So Hard)

🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

This episode explains why gentle parenting can feel harder than yelling when it’s done without enough structure.

When kids are dysregulated, language processing drops, so long explanations and collaboration during meltdowns often backfire and leave parents carrying the whole load.

The missing piece is “structure containment”—not punishment, but setting up the environment and clear boundaries that prevent escalation before it starts.

Examples include removing toys temporarily to stop destructive behavior, limiting access to throwables during transitions, and using a chalk circle as a visual pool boundary.

The episode also reframes regulation as being the stable nervous system in the room, not eliminating meltdowns, and argues that structure plus empathy plus leadership builds real listening without fear or endless negotiation.

00:00 Why Calm Parenting Feels Hard
00:51 When Empathy Backfires
02:06 Structure and Containment
02:21 Fixing Chaos with Environment
04:06 Client Wins with Boundaries
07:05 Regulation First Leadership
07:33 Holding Firm Through Tantrums
10:21 Beyond Strict vs Gentle
12:46 Wrap Up and Free Guide

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Why 'Doing More' Is Backfiring With Your Toddler w/ Ashley Ventrice 114 114 Why 'Doing More' Is Backfiring With Your Toddler w/ Ashley Ventrice full fd7a3627-a6c9-47c5-9438-40904bc931ba https://share.transistor.fm/s/92101f3e Why 'Doing More' Is Backfiring With Your Toddler w/ Ashley Ventrice

Follow Ashley Ventrice:
Instagram: @ashleyventriceco
Ashley on Facebook
Ashley Ventrice Show (podcast)

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


 

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, Heather talks with Ashley Ventrice, a parent, educator, and host of The Ashley Ventrice Show, about how nervous system safety and emotional regulation start with the adults.

 Ashley shares how she built a childcare center designed for both toddlers and parents, including structured play, sensory learning, predictable routines, soft separation for preschool transitions, and a space where parents could stay, connect, and even watch the classroom via live stream.

They discuss simple ways to recreate a calmer play setup at home with a designated play area, toy rotation, and more open-ended play options versus closed-ended toys.

Ashley also shares her health journey after years of over-functioning and people-pleasing, including being gaslit by doctors, pushing for brain and spine MRIs, learning she had a 9mm lesion on her brainstem, and how serious autoimmune illness forced her to slow down, advocate for herself, and set boundaries.

The conversation covers why routine and predictability help both kids and adults, how over-scheduling can stress the whole family, how social media comparison can add pressure, and why parent community matters. Ashley emphasizes modeling emotional regulation for kids by naming feelings, noticing body signals like anxiety, taking deep breaths out loud, and teaching emotional intelligence early. She closes with a message for exhausted moms: rest is allowed, a regulated parent matters more than a perfectly structured day, and listening to your body before it has to scream helps you stay present for your children.

00:00 The Over-Functioner Wake-Up Call: Slow Down Before Your Body Screams
01:00 Welcome + Meet Ashley Ventres (Nervous System, Regulation & Boundaries)
02:52 Inside Ashley’s Childcare Center: Designing Nervous-System Safety for Kids & Parents
06:43 Sensory Play & Space Setup: Montessori-Inspired Zones That Help Toddlers Regulate
08:10 Recreate the Calm at Home: Toy Rotation + Open-Ended Play Tips
11:15 Ashley’s Health Journey: Autoimmune Illness, Medical Gaslighting & Self-Advocacy
15:31 Learning to Rest + Set Boundaries (and Handling the Pushback)
19:14 Modeling Regulation: Teaching Toddlers Emotional Literacy, Anxiety & Coping Skills
23:47 Routines for Everyone: Predictability, Over-Scheduling & Slowing Family Life Down
27:32 Comparison, Community & Mom Connection: You’re Not Alone
31:04 Final Message: A Regulated Mom Matters More Than a Perfect Day + Where to Find Ashley

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Calm Superpower Cohort.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Why 'Doing More' Is Backfiring With Your Toddler w/ Ashley Ventrice

Follow Ashley Ventrice:
Instagram: @ashleyventriceco
Ashley on Facebook
Ashley Ventrice Show (podcast)

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


 

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, Heather talks with Ashley Ventrice, a parent, educator, and host of The Ashley Ventrice Show, about how nervous system safety and emotional regulation start with the adults.

 Ashley shares how she built a childcare center designed for both toddlers and parents, including structured play, sensory learning, predictable routines, soft separation for preschool transitions, and a space where parents could stay, connect, and even watch the classroom via live stream.

They discuss simple ways to recreate a calmer play setup at home with a designated play area, toy rotation, and more open-ended play options versus closed-ended toys.

Ashley also shares her health journey after years of over-functioning and people-pleasing, including being gaslit by doctors, pushing for brain and spine MRIs, learning she had a 9mm lesion on her brainstem, and how serious autoimmune illness forced her to slow down, advocate for herself, and set boundaries.

The conversation covers why routine and predictability help both kids and adults, how over-scheduling can stress the whole family, how social media comparison can add pressure, and why parent community matters. Ashley emphasizes modeling emotional regulation for kids by naming feelings, noticing body signals like anxiety, taking deep breaths out loud, and teaching emotional intelligence early. She closes with a message for exhausted moms: rest is allowed, a regulated parent matters more than a perfectly structured day, and listening to your body before it has to scream helps you stay present for your children.

00:00 The Over-Functioner Wake-Up Call: Slow Down Before Your Body Screams
01:00 Welcome + Meet Ashley Ventres (Nervous System, Regulation & Boundaries)
02:52 Inside Ashley’s Childcare Center: Designing Nervous-System Safety for Kids & Parents
06:43 Sensory Play & Space Setup: Montessori-Inspired Zones That Help Toddlers Regulate
08:10 Recreate the Calm at Home: Toy Rotation + Open-Ended Play Tips
11:15 Ashley’s Health Journey: Autoimmune Illness, Medical Gaslighting & Self-Advocacy
15:31 Learning to Rest + Set Boundaries (and Handling the Pushback)
19:14 Modeling Regulation: Teaching Toddlers Emotional Literacy, Anxiety & Coping Skills
23:47 Routines for Everyone: Predictability, Over-Scheduling & Slowing Family Life Down
27:32 Comparison, Community & Mom Connection: You’re Not Alone
31:04 Final Message: A Regulated Mom Matters More Than a Perfect Day + Where to Find Ashley

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Calm Superpower Cohort.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 23 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1994 Why 'Doing More' Is Backfiring With Your Toddler w/ Ashley Ventrice

Follow Ashley Ventrice:
Instagram: @ashleyventriceco
Ashley on Facebook
Ashley Ventrice Show (podcast)

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


 

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, Heather talks with Ashley Ventrice, a parent, educator, and host of The Ashley Ventrice Show, about how nervous system safety and emotional regulation start with the adults.

 Ashley shares how she built a childcare center designed for both toddlers and parents, including structured play, sensory learning, predictable routines, soft separation for preschool transitions, and a space where parents could stay, connect, and even watch the classroom via live stream.

They discuss simple ways to recreate a calmer play setup at home with a designated play area, toy rotation, and more open-ended play options versus closed-ended toys.

Ashley also shares her health journey after years of over-functioning and people-pleasing, including being gaslit by doctors, pushing for brain and spine MRIs, learning she had a 9mm lesion on her brainstem, and how serious autoimmune illness forced her to slow down, advocate for herself, and set boundaries.

The conversation covers why routine and predictability help both kids and adults, how over-scheduling can stress the whole family, how social media comparison can add pressure, and why parent community matters. Ashley emphasizes modeling emotional regulation for kids by naming feelings, noticing body signals like anxiety, taking deep breaths out loud, and teaching emotional intelligence early. She closes with a message for exhausted moms: rest is allowed, a regulated parent matters more than a perfectly structured day, and listening to your body before it has to scream helps you stay present for your children.

00:00 The Over-Functioner Wake-Up Call: Slow Down Before Your Body Screams
01:00 Welcome + Meet Ashley Ventres (Nervous System, Regulation & Boundaries)
02:52 Inside Ashley’s Childcare Center: Designing Nervous-System Safety for Kids & Parents
06:43 Sensory Play & Space Setup: Montessori-Inspired Zones That Help Toddlers Regulate
08:10 Recreate the Calm at Home: Toy Rotation + Open-Ended Play Tips
11:15 Ashley’s Health Journey: Autoimmune Illness, Medical Gaslighting & Self-Advocacy
15:31 Learning to Rest + Set Boundaries (and Handling the Pushback)
19:14 Modeling Regulation: Teaching Toddlers Emotional Literacy, Anxiety & Coping Skills
23:47 Routines for Everyone: Predictability, Over-Scheduling & Slowing Family Life Down
27:32 Comparison, Community & Mom Connection: You’re Not Alone
31:04 Final Message: A Regulated Mom Matters More Than a Perfect Day + Where to Find Ashley

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Calm Superpower Cohort.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

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This episode is part of a 4 Part Valentine's Series! Click the link below to listen 🎧

🎧 Episode 1 — Why Siblings and Friends Spiral Faster Together (It's not Bad Behavior)

🎧 Episode 2 — Which Role Does Your Child Fall Into? (It’s Not What You Think)
🎧 Episode 3 — When Play Makes Things Worse: Protecting Your Child Without Breaking Connection 
🎧 Episode 4 — Before You Call Them a Bully: What’s Really Happening in Sibling & Friend Power Struggles(this episode)


🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode, we discuss misunderstood child behaviors, focusing on 'the bully.' 

Learn how kids' roles in sibling and peer dynamics are actually nervous system strategies. Explore how behaviors like screaming, grabbing, and having meltdowns are survival responses, often misinterpreted as mere bad behavior.

I break down how roles like the rule keeper, attention seeker, fixer, and attuner interact and how pressure from these roles can cause a defending child to react strongly ('The Defender'). This episode is a deep dive into understanding the root causes behind what we see as problematic behavior, offering insights into improving relationships and emotional regulation.

00:00 Introduction to Relationship Dynamics
00:15 Understanding the 'Bully' Label
00:33 Nervous System Strategies in Children
01:07 Common Behavioral Responses
01:36 Series Recap and Episode Overview
02:42 The Role of the Defender
04:12 Attention Seekers and Defenders
05:59 Fixers and Defenders
06:56 Attune Children and Defenders
09:27 Misinterpretations and Manipulation
10:52 Emotional Reactions and Adult Responses
14:47 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> Before You Call Them a Bully: What’s Really Happening in Sibling & Friend Power Struggles


This episode is part of a 4 Part Valentine's Series! Click the link below to listen 🎧

🎧 Episode 1 — Why Siblings and Friends Spiral Faster Together (It's not Bad Behavior)

🎧 Episode 2 — Which Role Does Your Child Fall Into? (It’s Not What You Think)
🎧 Episode 3 — When Play Makes Things Worse: Protecting Your Child Without Breaking Connection 
🎧 Episode 4 — Before You Call Them a Bully: What’s Really Happening in Sibling & Friend Power Struggles(this episode)


🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode, we discuss misunderstood child behaviors, focusing on 'the bully.' 

Learn how kids' roles in sibling and peer dynamics are actually nervous system strategies. Explore how behaviors like screaming, grabbing, and having meltdowns are survival responses, often misinterpreted as mere bad behavior.

I break down how roles like the rule keeper, attention seeker, fixer, and attuner interact and how pressure from these roles can cause a defending child to react strongly ('The Defender'). This episode is a deep dive into understanding the root causes behind what we see as problematic behavior, offering insights into improving relationships and emotional regulation.

00:00 Introduction to Relationship Dynamics
00:15 Understanding the 'Bully' Label
00:33 Nervous System Strategies in Children
01:07 Common Behavioral Responses
01:36 Series Recap and Episode Overview
02:42 The Role of the Defender
04:12 Attention Seekers and Defenders
05:59 Fixers and Defenders
06:56 Attune Children and Defenders
09:27 Misinterpretations and Manipulation
10:52 Emotional Reactions and Adult Responses
14:47 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 994 Before You Call Them a Bully: What’s Really Happening in Sibling & Friend Power Struggles


This episode is part of a 4 Part Valentine's Series! Click the link below to listen 🎧

🎧 Episode 1 — Why Siblings and Friends Spiral Faster Together (It's not Bad Behavior)

🎧 Episode 2 — Which Role Does Your Child Fall Into? (It’s Not What You Think)
🎧 Episode 3 — When Play Makes Things Worse: Protecting Your Child Without Breaking Connection 
🎧 Episode 4 — Before You Call Them a Bully: What’s Really Happening in Sibling & Friend Power Struggles(this episode)


🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode, we discuss misunderstood child behaviors, focusing on 'the bully.' 

Learn how kids' roles in sibling and peer dynamics are actually nervous system strategies. Explore how behaviors like screaming, grabbing, and having meltdowns are survival responses, often misinterpreted as mere bad behavior.

I break down how roles like the rule keeper, attention seeker, fixer, and attuner interact and how pressure from these roles can cause a defending child to react strongly ('The Defender'). This episode is a deep dive into understanding the root causes behind what we see as problematic behavior, offering insights into improving relationships and emotional regulation.

00:00 Introduction to Relationship Dynamics
00:15 Understanding the 'Bully' Label
00:33 Nervous System Strategies in Children
01:07 Common Behavioral Responses
01:36 Series Recap and Episode Overview
02:42 The Role of the Defender
04:12 Attention Seekers and Defenders
05:59 Fixers and Defenders
06:56 Attune Children and Defenders
09:27 Misinterpretations and Manipulation
10:52 Emotional Reactions and Adult Responses
14:47 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> No When Play Makes Things Worse: Protecting Your Child Without Breaking Connection 112 112 When Play Makes Things Worse: Protecting Your Child Without Breaking Connection full 93486718-5e3e-404e-a379-bff5bf4d2c1c https://share.transistor.fm/s/45731ca1 When Play Makes Things Worse: Protecting Your Child Without Breaking Connection | Toddler Toolkit Podcast

This episode is part of a 4 Part Valentine's Series!
Episodes to be linked soon!

🎧 Episode 1 — Why Siblings and Friends Spiral Faster Together (It's not Bad Behavior)

🎧 Episode 2 — Which Role Does Your Child Fall Into? (It’s Not What You Think)
🎧 Episode 3 — When Play Makes Things Worse: Protecting Your Child Without Breaking Connection (this episode)
🎧 Episode 4 — Not a Bully (The moment everyone misreads)(coming soon!)

🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode, we talk about finding a balance in your child's social interactions.

Learn how to protect your child's nervous system without cutting out friends or hurting sibling relationships.

We discuss practical strategies like setting playtime boundaries, planning recovery time, and intervening when necessary.

We also delve into understanding different social dynamics and teaching children self-advocacy.

Join us for tips on maintaining healthy, supportive relationships for your child's long-term well-being.

00:00 Introduction: Balancing Time and Relationships
01:08 Reframing Protection: Leadership, Not Rejection
01:57 Understanding Nervous System Capacity
02:56 Containment Strategies for Healthy Relationships
03:22 When to Step In: The Role of Parental Leadership
04:43 Avoiding Power Struggles Among Children
05:49 Reframing the Problem Child Narrative
07:23 The Importance of Recovery Time
08:03 Respecting Boundaries: Avoiding Forced Closeness
11:45 Teaching Self-Advocacy and Social Skills
12:43 Conclusion: Building Safe and Healthy Relationships
13:15 Upcoming Episodes and Resources

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> When Play Makes Things Worse: Protecting Your Child Without Breaking Connection | Toddler Toolkit Podcast

This episode is part of a 4 Part Valentine's Series!
Episodes to be linked soon!

🎧 Episode 1 — Why Siblings and Friends Spiral Faster Together (It's not Bad Behavior)

🎧 Episode 2 — Which Role Does Your Child Fall Into? (It’s Not What You Think)
🎧 Episode 3 — When Play Makes Things Worse: Protecting Your Child Without Breaking Connection (this episode)
🎧 Episode 4 — Not a Bully (The moment everyone misreads)(coming soon!)

🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode, we talk about finding a balance in your child's social interactions.

Learn how to protect your child's nervous system without cutting out friends or hurting sibling relationships.

We discuss practical strategies like setting playtime boundaries, planning recovery time, and intervening when necessary.

We also delve into understanding different social dynamics and teaching children self-advocacy.

Join us for tips on maintaining healthy, supportive relationships for your child's long-term well-being.

00:00 Introduction: Balancing Time and Relationships
01:08 Reframing Protection: Leadership, Not Rejection
01:57 Understanding Nervous System Capacity
02:56 Containment Strategies for Healthy Relationships
03:22 When to Step In: The Role of Parental Leadership
04:43 Avoiding Power Struggles Among Children
05:49 Reframing the Problem Child Narrative
07:23 The Importance of Recovery Time
08:03 Respecting Boundaries: Avoiding Forced Closeness
11:45 Teaching Self-Advocacy and Social Skills
12:43 Conclusion: Building Safe and Healthy Relationships
13:15 Upcoming Episodes and Resources

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 908 When Play Makes Things Worse: Protecting Your Child Without Breaking Connection | Toddler Toolkit Podcast

This episode is part of a 4 Part Valentine's Series!
Episodes to be linked soon!

🎧 Episode 1 — Why Siblings and Friends Spiral Faster Together (It's not Bad Behavior)

🎧 Episode 2 — Which Role Does Your Child Fall Into? (It’s Not What You Think)
🎧 Episode 3 — When Play Makes Things Worse: Protecting Your Child Without Breaking Connection (this episode)
🎧 Episode 4 — Not a Bully (The moment everyone misreads)(coming soon!)

🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode, we talk about finding a balance in your child's social interactions.

Learn how to protect your child's nervous system without cutting out friends or hurting sibling relationships.

We discuss practical strategies like setting playtime boundaries, planning recovery time, and intervening when necessary.

We also delve into understanding different social dynamics and teaching children self-advocacy.

Join us for tips on maintaining healthy, supportive relationships for your child's long-term well-being.

00:00 Introduction: Balancing Time and Relationships
01:08 Reframing Protection: Leadership, Not Rejection
01:57 Understanding Nervous System Capacity
02:56 Containment Strategies for Healthy Relationships
03:22 When to Step In: The Role of Parental Leadership
04:43 Avoiding Power Struggles Among Children
05:49 Reframing the Problem Child Narrative
07:23 The Importance of Recovery Time
08:03 Respecting Boundaries: Avoiding Forced Closeness
11:45 Teaching Self-Advocacy and Social Skills
12:43 Conclusion: Building Safe and Healthy Relationships
13:15 Upcoming Episodes and Resources

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Which Role Does Your Child Fall Into? (It’s Not What You Think) 111 111 Which Role Does Your Child Fall Into? (It’s Not What You Think) full 2630e652-1aa1-4bfd-8509-34e19dfc3dab https://share.transistor.fm/s/0345ca97 Which Role Does Your Child Fall Into? (It’s Not What You Think) | Toddler Toolkit Podcast

This episode is part of a 4 Part Valentine's Series!
Episodes to be linked soon!

🎧 Episode 1 — Why Siblings and Friends Spiral Faster Together (It's not Bad Behavior)

🎧 Episode 2 — Which Role Does Your Child Fall Into? (It’s Not What You Think)
🎧 Episode 3 — Protection Without Ending Relationships (Adult leadership + boundaries) (coming soon!)
🎧 Episode 4 — Not a Bully (The moment everyone misreads)(coming soon!)

🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode, we discuss why kids fall into certain roles with siblings and friends and how these roles are nervous system adaptations, not personality traits. We identify common roles like the attention seeker, rule keeper, attuner, and fixer, and explore how parents can unintentionally solidify these roles. Learn how to interpret and manage these dynamics without labeling, and how to support healthier relationships among kids. Make sure to subscribe to Toddler Toolkit Podcast for more insights in our Valentine's series.

00:00 Introduction: Understanding Roles in Children's Dynamics
02:33 Why Roles Form Among Children
04:14 Common Roles Kids Fall Into
09:27 How Parents Reinforce Roles
11:11 Interpreting Roles Without Labels
13:26 Long-Term Impact of Early Dynamics
13:51 Conclusion and Next Steps


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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Which Role Does Your Child Fall Into? (It’s Not What You Think) | Toddler Toolkit Podcast

This episode is part of a 4 Part Valentine's Series!
Episodes to be linked soon!

🎧 Episode 1 — Why Siblings and Friends Spiral Faster Together (It's not Bad Behavior)

🎧 Episode 2 — Which Role Does Your Child Fall Into? (It’s Not What You Think)
🎧 Episode 3 — Protection Without Ending Relationships (Adult leadership + boundaries) (coming soon!)
🎧 Episode 4 — Not a Bully (The moment everyone misreads)(coming soon!)

🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode, we discuss why kids fall into certain roles with siblings and friends and how these roles are nervous system adaptations, not personality traits. We identify common roles like the attention seeker, rule keeper, attuner, and fixer, and explore how parents can unintentionally solidify these roles. Learn how to interpret and manage these dynamics without labeling, and how to support healthier relationships among kids. Make sure to subscribe to Toddler Toolkit Podcast for more insights in our Valentine's series.

00:00 Introduction: Understanding Roles in Children's Dynamics
02:33 Why Roles Form Among Children
04:14 Common Roles Kids Fall Into
09:27 How Parents Reinforce Roles
11:11 Interpreting Roles Without Labels
13:26 Long-Term Impact of Early Dynamics
13:51 Conclusion and Next Steps


------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 02 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 932 Which Role Does Your Child Fall Into? (It’s Not What You Think) | Toddler Toolkit Podcast

This episode is part of a 4 Part Valentine's Series!
Episodes to be linked soon!

🎧 Episode 1 — Why Siblings and Friends Spiral Faster Together (It's not Bad Behavior)

🎧 Episode 2 — Which Role Does Your Child Fall Into? (It’s Not What You Think)
🎧 Episode 3 — Protection Without Ending Relationships (Adult leadership + boundaries) (coming soon!)
🎧 Episode 4 — Not a Bully (The moment everyone misreads)(coming soon!)

🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode, we discuss why kids fall into certain roles with siblings and friends and how these roles are nervous system adaptations, not personality traits. We identify common roles like the attention seeker, rule keeper, attuner, and fixer, and explore how parents can unintentionally solidify these roles. Learn how to interpret and manage these dynamics without labeling, and how to support healthier relationships among kids. Make sure to subscribe to Toddler Toolkit Podcast for more insights in our Valentine's series.

00:00 Introduction: Understanding Roles in Children's Dynamics
02:33 Why Roles Form Among Children
04:14 Common Roles Kids Fall Into
09:27 How Parents Reinforce Roles
11:11 Interpreting Roles Without Labels
13:26 Long-Term Impact of Early Dynamics
13:51 Conclusion and Next Steps


------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Why Siblings and Friends Spiral Faster Together (It's not Bad Behavior) 110 110 Why Siblings and Friends Spiral Faster Together (It's not Bad Behavior) full 8a24d6d1-b35f-4eb5-a803-022fc90aac99 https://share.transistor.fm/s/19248419 Why Siblings and Friends Spiral Faster Together (It's not Bad Behavior)

🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Ever wondered why your child acts differently with their sibling or a close friend? This episode kicks off a series that explores how children's relationships, especially with siblings and close friends, impact their behavior. It's not about bad behavior, but about their nervous systems interacting. Learn about 'sibling amplification,' why kids can spiral together, and how to support your child's emotional regulation in these relationships. Let's reframe how we view these interactions and move from focusing on behavior correction to understanding and supporting the underlying nervous system dynamics.

00:00 Introduction: Understanding Child Behavior Dynamics
00:35 The Concept of Nervous System Interactions
01:40 Exploring Sibling and Peer Amplification
02:12 Why Kids Spiral Faster Together
07:49 Managing Spirals: Separation vs. Containment
09:08 Proactive Strategies for Parents
13:31 Conclusion: Supporting Your Child's Nervous System

This episode is part of a 4 Part Valentine's Series!
Episodes to be linked soon!

🎧 Episode 1 — Amplification (How nervous systems feed off each other)

🎧 Episode 2 — Roles (Who kids become inside)
🎧 Episode 3 — Protection Without Ending Relationships (Adult leadership + boundaries)
🎧 Episode 4 — Not a Bully (The moment everyone misreads)


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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Why Siblings and Friends Spiral Faster Together (It's not Bad Behavior)

🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Ever wondered why your child acts differently with their sibling or a close friend? This episode kicks off a series that explores how children's relationships, especially with siblings and close friends, impact their behavior. It's not about bad behavior, but about their nervous systems interacting. Learn about 'sibling amplification,' why kids can spiral together, and how to support your child's emotional regulation in these relationships. Let's reframe how we view these interactions and move from focusing on behavior correction to understanding and supporting the underlying nervous system dynamics.

00:00 Introduction: Understanding Child Behavior Dynamics
00:35 The Concept of Nervous System Interactions
01:40 Exploring Sibling and Peer Amplification
02:12 Why Kids Spiral Faster Together
07:49 Managing Spirals: Separation vs. Containment
09:08 Proactive Strategies for Parents
13:31 Conclusion: Supporting Your Child's Nervous System

This episode is part of a 4 Part Valentine's Series!
Episodes to be linked soon!

🎧 Episode 1 — Amplification (How nervous systems feed off each other)

🎧 Episode 2 — Roles (Who kids become inside)
🎧 Episode 3 — Protection Without Ending Relationships (Adult leadership + boundaries)
🎧 Episode 4 — Not a Bully (The moment everyone misreads)


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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 967 Why Siblings and Friends Spiral Faster Together (It's not Bad Behavior)

🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Ever wondered why your child acts differently with their sibling or a close friend? This episode kicks off a series that explores how children's relationships, especially with siblings and close friends, impact their behavior. It's not about bad behavior, but about their nervous systems interacting. Learn about 'sibling amplification,' why kids can spiral together, and how to support your child's emotional regulation in these relationships. Let's reframe how we view these interactions and move from focusing on behavior correction to understanding and supporting the underlying nervous system dynamics.

00:00 Introduction: Understanding Child Behavior Dynamics
00:35 The Concept of Nervous System Interactions
01:40 Exploring Sibling and Peer Amplification
02:12 Why Kids Spiral Faster Together
07:49 Managing Spirals: Separation vs. Containment
09:08 Proactive Strategies for Parents
13:31 Conclusion: Supporting Your Child's Nervous System

This episode is part of a 4 Part Valentine's Series!
Episodes to be linked soon!

🎧 Episode 1 — Amplification (How nervous systems feed off each other)

🎧 Episode 2 — Roles (Who kids become inside)
🎧 Episode 3 — Protection Without Ending Relationships (Adult leadership + boundaries)
🎧 Episode 4 — Not a Bully (The moment everyone misreads)


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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No What Your Toddler’s Tantrum Is Actually About 109 109 What Your Toddler’s Tantrum Is Actually About full 526dc184-16c5-4252-a7b6-8ec4e7729994 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6f106c1f What Your Toddler’s Tantrum Is Actually About

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Referenced Epsiode:
-Why Your Toddler Keeps Melting Down: The Pattern You’re Missing

🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

Ever been baffled by your toddler’s sudden meltdown — even when you stayed calm, explained, and did “everything right”?

In this episode, we’re unpacking what toddler tantrums are actually about — and why so many well-intentioned strategies fail.

You’ll learn why tantrums aren’t random or manipulative, but signals from a nervous system that’s overwhelmed, disappointed, or stuck in transition. More importantly, you’ll see how aiming at the wrong problem can accidentally make tantrums worse — even when you’re trying to help.

I walk you through two powerful, real-life examples that change how you see tantrums entirely:

  • A sibling “sharing” struggle that isn’t about sharing at all 
  • A preschool shoe battle that looks like “not listening,” but is really about something else

These examples show why fixing the behavior often misses the real need — and what happens when you respond to the right problem instead.

We’ll also cover:

  • The most common tantrum triggers parents overlook
  • The one question that instantly shifts how you respond
  • Why teaching during a meltdown doesn’t work (and what does)
  • A real-life IHOP moment that shows how modeling regulation can prevent a meltdown before it starts

By the end of this episode, tantrums won’t feel so confusing — or so personal. You’ll start seeing them as communication, not misbehavior, and you’ll know how to respond in a way that actually helps your child move forward.

00:00 Introduction: Understanding Toddler Tantrums
01:14 Why Tantrums Feel So Confusing
03:49 Common Tantrum Patterns
07:02 The Question That Changes Everything
08:10 Why Teaching Doesn't Work Mid-Meltdown
09:23 Real-Life Example: The Pancake Meltdown
12:34 Changing the Pattern, Not the Moment
15:50 Conclusion and Resources

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> What Your Toddler’s Tantrum Is Actually About

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Referenced Epsiode:
-Why Your Toddler Keeps Melting Down: The Pattern You’re Missing

🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

Ever been baffled by your toddler’s sudden meltdown — even when you stayed calm, explained, and did “everything right”?

In this episode, we’re unpacking what toddler tantrums are actually about — and why so many well-intentioned strategies fail.

You’ll learn why tantrums aren’t random or manipulative, but signals from a nervous system that’s overwhelmed, disappointed, or stuck in transition. More importantly, you’ll see how aiming at the wrong problem can accidentally make tantrums worse — even when you’re trying to help.

I walk you through two powerful, real-life examples that change how you see tantrums entirely:

  • A sibling “sharing” struggle that isn’t about sharing at all 
  • A preschool shoe battle that looks like “not listening,” but is really about something else

These examples show why fixing the behavior often misses the real need — and what happens when you respond to the right problem instead.

We’ll also cover:

  • The most common tantrum triggers parents overlook
  • The one question that instantly shifts how you respond
  • Why teaching during a meltdown doesn’t work (and what does)
  • A real-life IHOP moment that shows how modeling regulation can prevent a meltdown before it starts

By the end of this episode, tantrums won’t feel so confusing — or so personal. You’ll start seeing them as communication, not misbehavior, and you’ll know how to respond in a way that actually helps your child move forward.

00:00 Introduction: Understanding Toddler Tantrums
01:14 Why Tantrums Feel So Confusing
03:49 Common Tantrum Patterns
07:02 The Question That Changes Everything
08:10 Why Teaching Doesn't Work Mid-Meltdown
09:23 Real-Life Example: The Pancake Meltdown
12:34 Changing the Pattern, Not the Moment
15:50 Conclusion and Resources

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> Mon, 19 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1046 What Your Toddler’s Tantrum Is Actually About

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Referenced Epsiode:
-Why Your Toddler Keeps Melting Down: The Pattern You’re Missing

🎉New YouTube Channel🎉: @TheHeatherSchalk

Ever been baffled by your toddler’s sudden meltdown — even when you stayed calm, explained, and did “everything right”?

In this episode, we’re unpacking what toddler tantrums are actually about — and why so many well-intentioned strategies fail.

You’ll learn why tantrums aren’t random or manipulative, but signals from a nervous system that’s overwhelmed, disappointed, or stuck in transition. More importantly, you’ll see how aiming at the wrong problem can accidentally make tantrums worse — even when you’re trying to help.

I walk you through two powerful, real-life examples that change how you see tantrums entirely:

  • A sibling “sharing” struggle that isn’t about sharing at all 
  • A preschool shoe battle that looks like “not listening,” but is really about something else

These examples show why fixing the behavior often misses the real need — and what happens when you respond to the right problem instead.

We’ll also cover:

  • The most common tantrum triggers parents overlook
  • The one question that instantly shifts how you respond
  • Why teaching during a meltdown doesn’t work (and what does)
  • A real-life IHOP moment that shows how modeling regulation can prevent a meltdown before it starts

By the end of this episode, tantrums won’t feel so confusing — or so personal. You’ll start seeing them as communication, not misbehavior, and you’ll know how to respond in a way that actually helps your child move forward.

00:00 Introduction: Understanding Toddler Tantrums
01:14 Why Tantrums Feel So Confusing
03:49 Common Tantrum Patterns
07:02 The Question That Changes Everything
08:10 Why Teaching Doesn't Work Mid-Meltdown
09:23 Real-Life Example: The Pancake Meltdown
12:34 Changing the Pattern, Not the Moment
15:50 Conclusion and Resources

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> No Two Reasons Toddlers Don’t Listen (and Why Certain Strategies Fail) 108 108 Two Reasons Toddlers Don’t Listen (and Why Certain Strategies Fail) full b32af676-0fb2-46e5-a9d5-9773fd30439e https://share.transistor.fm/s/ba6ebb03 Two Reasons Toddlers Don’t Listen (and Why Certain Strategies Fail)

Join our Free Facebook Group here.

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit podcast! In this episode, we tackle a common frustration among parents: 'Why doesn't my toddler listen even when I'm calm?' The answer might surprise you—it's often not a listening problem but a nervous system issue. Learn why toddlers' behavior during transitions, trips, and daily routines can spark meltdowns and power struggles. We'll discuss effective strategies for handling disappointment, loss of control, and autonomy stress. By the end, you'll have practical tips for increasing cooperation and understanding your toddler's true needs. Don't forget to check out our free guide, 'The Seven Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast.' All links are in the show notes!

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:11 Understanding Toddler Listening Issues
01:10 Why Not Listening Feels Personal
01:44 Common Not Listening Patterns
03:07 Dealing with Disappointment and Loss of Control
06:44 Autonomy and Transition Stress
08:02 Increasing Cooperation and Avoiding Power Struggles
09:33 Effective Transition Strategies
12:56 Conclusion and Final Tips

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Two Reasons Toddlers Don’t Listen (and Why Certain Strategies Fail)

Join our Free Facebook Group here.

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit podcast! In this episode, we tackle a common frustration among parents: 'Why doesn't my toddler listen even when I'm calm?' The answer might surprise you—it's often not a listening problem but a nervous system issue. Learn why toddlers' behavior during transitions, trips, and daily routines can spark meltdowns and power struggles. We'll discuss effective strategies for handling disappointment, loss of control, and autonomy stress. By the end, you'll have practical tips for increasing cooperation and understanding your toddler's true needs. Don't forget to check out our free guide, 'The Seven Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast.' All links are in the show notes!

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:11 Understanding Toddler Listening Issues
01:10 Why Not Listening Feels Personal
01:44 Common Not Listening Patterns
03:07 Dealing with Disappointment and Loss of Control
06:44 Autonomy and Transition Stress
08:02 Increasing Cooperation and Avoiding Power Struggles
09:33 Effective Transition Strategies
12:56 Conclusion and Final Tips

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 888 Two Reasons Toddlers Don’t Listen (and Why Certain Strategies Fail)

Join our Free Facebook Group here.

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit podcast! In this episode, we tackle a common frustration among parents: 'Why doesn't my toddler listen even when I'm calm?' The answer might surprise you—it's often not a listening problem but a nervous system issue. Learn why toddlers' behavior during transitions, trips, and daily routines can spark meltdowns and power struggles. We'll discuss effective strategies for handling disappointment, loss of control, and autonomy stress. By the end, you'll have practical tips for increasing cooperation and understanding your toddler's true needs. Don't forget to check out our free guide, 'The Seven Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast.' All links are in the show notes!

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:11 Understanding Toddler Listening Issues
01:10 Why Not Listening Feels Personal
01:44 Common Not Listening Patterns
03:07 Dealing with Disappointment and Loss of Control
06:44 Autonomy and Transition Stress
08:02 Increasing Cooperation and Avoiding Power Struggles
09:33 Effective Transition Strategies
12:56 Conclusion and Final Tips

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Toddlers Don’t Lie — They’re Communicating (Here’s What to Do) 107 107 Toddlers Don’t Lie — They’re Communicating (Here’s What to Do) full 98bdb971-e458-4813-9597-ed251c16a9b7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d0ec243f Toddlers Don’t Lie — They’re Communicating  (Here’s What to Do)

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast! In this episode, we talk about why toddlers and preschoolers say 'I don't wanna go' and how they communicate distress through behavior, stories, and resistance.

We'll explore how different rules and environments can create nervous system distress in children and how parents can respond effectively.

This episode is useful for co-parents, married parents or partners with different parenting styles, grandparents, daycare transitions, and more. We will also cover five common ways toddlers communicate nervous system distress and discuss how to respond without shutting them down. Join us to learn how to better understand and support your child's behavior and meltdowns.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:03 Understanding Toddler Communication
00:16 Why Kids Say 'I Don't Wanna Go'
00:22 Nervous System Distress in Toddlers
00:48 Toddlers Don't Lie: A Deeper Look
02:04 Behavior as Communication
03:39 Five Common Ways Toddlers Communicate Distress
04:23 Avoidance as a Coping Strategy
05:19 Symbolic Communication: Making Up Stories
10:57 Fear of Being Alone: Sleep and Separation
13:05 Dysregulation at Pickup and Drop Off
14:21 Clinging to One Parent
15:20 How Not to Shut Down Your Child's Distress
17:55 Clarifying the Truth Without Teaching Fear
21:27 In Closing: Supporting Your Toddler's Communication
22:50 Resources and Next Steps

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Toddlers Don’t Lie — They’re Communicating  (Here’s What to Do)

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast! In this episode, we talk about why toddlers and preschoolers say 'I don't wanna go' and how they communicate distress through behavior, stories, and resistance.

We'll explore how different rules and environments can create nervous system distress in children and how parents can respond effectively.

This episode is useful for co-parents, married parents or partners with different parenting styles, grandparents, daycare transitions, and more. We will also cover five common ways toddlers communicate nervous system distress and discuss how to respond without shutting them down. Join us to learn how to better understand and support your child's behavior and meltdowns.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:03 Understanding Toddler Communication
00:16 Why Kids Say 'I Don't Wanna Go'
00:22 Nervous System Distress in Toddlers
00:48 Toddlers Don't Lie: A Deeper Look
02:04 Behavior as Communication
03:39 Five Common Ways Toddlers Communicate Distress
04:23 Avoidance as a Coping Strategy
05:19 Symbolic Communication: Making Up Stories
10:57 Fear of Being Alone: Sleep and Separation
13:05 Dysregulation at Pickup and Drop Off
14:21 Clinging to One Parent
15:20 How Not to Shut Down Your Child's Distress
17:55 Clarifying the Truth Without Teaching Fear
21:27 In Closing: Supporting Your Toddler's Communication
22:50 Resources and Next Steps

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1450 Toddlers Don’t Lie — They’re Communicating  (Here’s What to Do)

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast! In this episode, we talk about why toddlers and preschoolers say 'I don't wanna go' and how they communicate distress through behavior, stories, and resistance.

We'll explore how different rules and environments can create nervous system distress in children and how parents can respond effectively.

This episode is useful for co-parents, married parents or partners with different parenting styles, grandparents, daycare transitions, and more. We will also cover five common ways toddlers communicate nervous system distress and discuss how to respond without shutting them down. Join us to learn how to better understand and support your child's behavior and meltdowns.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:03 Understanding Toddler Communication
00:16 Why Kids Say 'I Don't Wanna Go'
00:22 Nervous System Distress in Toddlers
00:48 Toddlers Don't Lie: A Deeper Look
02:04 Behavior as Communication
03:39 Five Common Ways Toddlers Communicate Distress
04:23 Avoidance as a Coping Strategy
05:19 Symbolic Communication: Making Up Stories
10:57 Fear of Being Alone: Sleep and Separation
13:05 Dysregulation at Pickup and Drop Off
14:21 Clinging to One Parent
15:20 How Not to Shut Down Your Child's Distress
17:55 Clarifying the Truth Without Teaching Fear
21:27 In Closing: Supporting Your Toddler's Communication
22:50 Resources and Next Steps

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

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✨📝Featured Article: 

10 Toddler Parenting Tips From Experts You Can Use Today (What Toddler Experts Wish Every Parent Knew)


Companion Episode:

 The Hidden Reason You Snap and 4 Things That Stop the Cycle

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, we'll explore how the hardest moments with your toddler – tantrums, meltdowns, power struggles – aren't the real problem.

Learn about the underlying patterns in both your toddler's behavior and your own reactions. Discover how changing these patterns can ease perfectionism, shame, and blame, and improve your parenting experience.

We'll also touch on personal experiences, the importance of self-compassion, and plans for upcoming podcast episodes and YouTube content. Tune in for practical, heartfelt advice just before the New Year.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:41 Understanding Toddler Behavior Patterns
01:17 Personal Reflections and Holiday Challenges
02:46 The Toddler Reactivity Loop
04:13 Addressing Root Causes of Toddler Behavior
05:52 Parental Patterns and Self-Compassion
08:03 Breaking the Pattern: Practical Tips
12:54 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Plans

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> Why Your Toddler Keeps Melting Down: The Pattern You’re Missing


✨📝Featured Article: 

10 Toddler Parenting Tips From Experts You Can Use Today (What Toddler Experts Wish Every Parent Knew)


Companion Episode:

 The Hidden Reason You Snap and 4 Things That Stop the Cycle

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, we'll explore how the hardest moments with your toddler – tantrums, meltdowns, power struggles – aren't the real problem.

Learn about the underlying patterns in both your toddler's behavior and your own reactions. Discover how changing these patterns can ease perfectionism, shame, and blame, and improve your parenting experience.

We'll also touch on personal experiences, the importance of self-compassion, and plans for upcoming podcast episodes and YouTube content. Tune in for practical, heartfelt advice just before the New Year.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:41 Understanding Toddler Behavior Patterns
01:17 Personal Reflections and Holiday Challenges
02:46 The Toddler Reactivity Loop
04:13 Addressing Root Causes of Toddler Behavior
05:52 Parental Patterns and Self-Compassion
08:03 Breaking the Pattern: Practical Tips
12:54 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Plans

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> Mon, 29 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 963 Why Your Toddler Keeps Melting Down: The Pattern You’re Missing


✨📝Featured Article: 

10 Toddler Parenting Tips From Experts You Can Use Today (What Toddler Experts Wish Every Parent Knew)


Companion Episode:

 The Hidden Reason You Snap and 4 Things That Stop the Cycle

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, we'll explore how the hardest moments with your toddler – tantrums, meltdowns, power struggles – aren't the real problem.

Learn about the underlying patterns in both your toddler's behavior and your own reactions. Discover how changing these patterns can ease perfectionism, shame, and blame, and improve your parenting experience.

We'll also touch on personal experiences, the importance of self-compassion, and plans for upcoming podcast episodes and YouTube content. Tune in for practical, heartfelt advice just before the New Year.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:41 Understanding Toddler Behavior Patterns
01:17 Personal Reflections and Holiday Challenges
02:46 The Toddler Reactivity Loop
04:13 Addressing Root Causes of Toddler Behavior
05:52 Parental Patterns and Self-Compassion
08:03 Breaking the Pattern: Practical Tips
12:54 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Plans

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> No Is Your Dog Really “Fine”? The Hidden Signals Parents Miss (w/ Dog Meets Baby’s Dominika Knossalla-Pado) 105 105 Is Your Dog Really “Fine”? The Hidden Signals Parents Miss (w/ Dog Meets Baby’s Dominika Knossalla-Pado) full 537ce9f1-637f-4706-94d6-527e8d13dcd2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7f1be795 Is Your Dog Really “Fine”? The Hidden Signals Parents Miss (w/ Dog Meets Baby’s Dominika Knossalla-Pado) - Toddler Toolkit Podcast

Get Lola and the Bubble Mission on Amazon (USA)
Get Lola and the Bubble Mission on Amazon (UK)

More information about the book, Lola and the Bubble Mission, here.

Connect & Get Dominika's Freebies:
W: https://www.dogmeetsbaby.expert/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dogmeets_baby/
YT: https://bit.ly/dogmeetsbaby
FB: https://www.facebook.com/DogMeetsBabyByDominika

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, host welcomes Dominika Knossalla-Pado, a professional dog trainer since 2008 and founder of Dog Meets Baby.

Dominika shares her journey starting with her training at the acclaimed Academy of Dog Trainers, her life-changing experience adopting her dog Lola, and how her predatory reaction to her newborn twins motivated her to create essential resources for families.

Dominika discusses safety tips, educating children on dog behavior, handling dog and toddler interactions, and the importance of setting boundaries during high-energy times like mealtime. She also introduces her new children's book, 'Lola and the Bubble Mission', which aims to teach kids about respecting a dog's space. Learn from Dominika's expertise to make sure your household is a safe and happy environment for both kids and dogs.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:03 Meet Dominika Knossalla-Pado: Dog Trainer Extraordinaire
00:25 Dominika's Journey: From New York to Dog Meets Baby
00:32 Lola's Story: From Shelter Dog to Family Member
00:37 The Birth of Twins: A Life-Changing Event
01:11 Creating Dog Meets Baby: A Resource for Parents
01:27 Dominika's Upcoming Children's Book: Lola and The Bubble Mission
02:30 Dominika's Media Features and Global Reach
03:17 A Life-Changing Moment in the Park
03:33 Pursuing a Dream: From Poland to San Francisco
06:14 Lola's Adoption and Training Journey
09:08 Challenges of Balancing Twins and a High-Energy Dog
10:05 Navigating Predatory Reactions: A Scary Experience
18:40 The Importance of Preparation and Training
22:30 Understanding Dog Behavior: Signs of Comfort and Tolerance
23:23 Recognizing Stress Signals in Dogs
24:26 Communicating with Dogs: Subtle Signs
25:39 The Importance of Understanding Dog Body Language
27:15 Teaching Children Safe Dog Interactions
30:13 Helping Children Overcome Fear of Dogs
37:51 Managing High-Energy Times with Dogs
41:13 Introducing 'Lola and the Bubble Mission'
43:01 Where to Find More Resources

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Is Your Dog Really “Fine”? The Hidden Signals Parents Miss (w/ Dog Meets Baby’s Dominika Knossalla-Pado) - Toddler Toolkit Podcast

Get Lola and the Bubble Mission on Amazon (USA)
Get Lola and the Bubble Mission on Amazon (UK)

More information about the book, Lola and the Bubble Mission, here.

Connect & Get Dominika's Freebies:
W: https://www.dogmeetsbaby.expert/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dogmeets_baby/
YT: https://bit.ly/dogmeetsbaby
FB: https://www.facebook.com/DogMeetsBabyByDominika

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, host welcomes Dominika Knossalla-Pado, a professional dog trainer since 2008 and founder of Dog Meets Baby.

Dominika shares her journey starting with her training at the acclaimed Academy of Dog Trainers, her life-changing experience adopting her dog Lola, and how her predatory reaction to her newborn twins motivated her to create essential resources for families.

Dominika discusses safety tips, educating children on dog behavior, handling dog and toddler interactions, and the importance of setting boundaries during high-energy times like mealtime. She also introduces her new children's book, 'Lola and the Bubble Mission', which aims to teach kids about respecting a dog's space. Learn from Dominika's expertise to make sure your household is a safe and happy environment for both kids and dogs.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:03 Meet Dominika Knossalla-Pado: Dog Trainer Extraordinaire
00:25 Dominika's Journey: From New York to Dog Meets Baby
00:32 Lola's Story: From Shelter Dog to Family Member
00:37 The Birth of Twins: A Life-Changing Event
01:11 Creating Dog Meets Baby: A Resource for Parents
01:27 Dominika's Upcoming Children's Book: Lola and The Bubble Mission
02:30 Dominika's Media Features and Global Reach
03:17 A Life-Changing Moment in the Park
03:33 Pursuing a Dream: From Poland to San Francisco
06:14 Lola's Adoption and Training Journey
09:08 Challenges of Balancing Twins and a High-Energy Dog
10:05 Navigating Predatory Reactions: A Scary Experience
18:40 The Importance of Preparation and Training
22:30 Understanding Dog Behavior: Signs of Comfort and Tolerance
23:23 Recognizing Stress Signals in Dogs
24:26 Communicating with Dogs: Subtle Signs
25:39 The Importance of Understanding Dog Body Language
27:15 Teaching Children Safe Dog Interactions
30:13 Helping Children Overcome Fear of Dogs
37:51 Managing High-Energy Times with Dogs
41:13 Introducing 'Lola and the Bubble Mission'
43:01 Where to Find More Resources

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:55:21 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2756 Is Your Dog Really “Fine”? The Hidden Signals Parents Miss (w/ Dog Meets Baby’s Dominika Knossalla-Pado) - Toddler Toolkit Podcast

Get Lola and the Bubble Mission on Amazon (USA)
Get Lola and the Bubble Mission on Amazon (UK)

More information about the book, Lola and the Bubble Mission, here.

Connect & Get Dominika's Freebies:
W: https://www.dogmeetsbaby.expert/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dogmeets_baby/
YT: https://bit.ly/dogmeetsbaby
FB: https://www.facebook.com/DogMeetsBabyByDominika

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, host welcomes Dominika Knossalla-Pado, a professional dog trainer since 2008 and founder of Dog Meets Baby.

Dominika shares her journey starting with her training at the acclaimed Academy of Dog Trainers, her life-changing experience adopting her dog Lola, and how her predatory reaction to her newborn twins motivated her to create essential resources for families.

Dominika discusses safety tips, educating children on dog behavior, handling dog and toddler interactions, and the importance of setting boundaries during high-energy times like mealtime. She also introduces her new children's book, 'Lola and the Bubble Mission', which aims to teach kids about respecting a dog's space. Learn from Dominika's expertise to make sure your household is a safe and happy environment for both kids and dogs.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:03 Meet Dominika Knossalla-Pado: Dog Trainer Extraordinaire
00:25 Dominika's Journey: From New York to Dog Meets Baby
00:32 Lola's Story: From Shelter Dog to Family Member
00:37 The Birth of Twins: A Life-Changing Event
01:11 Creating Dog Meets Baby: A Resource for Parents
01:27 Dominika's Upcoming Children's Book: Lola and The Bubble Mission
02:30 Dominika's Media Features and Global Reach
03:17 A Life-Changing Moment in the Park
03:33 Pursuing a Dream: From Poland to San Francisco
06:14 Lola's Adoption and Training Journey
09:08 Challenges of Balancing Twins and a High-Energy Dog
10:05 Navigating Predatory Reactions: A Scary Experience
18:40 The Importance of Preparation and Training
22:30 Understanding Dog Behavior: Signs of Comfort and Tolerance
23:23 Recognizing Stress Signals in Dogs
24:26 Communicating with Dogs: Subtle Signs
25:39 The Importance of Understanding Dog Body Language
27:15 Teaching Children Safe Dog Interactions
30:13 Helping Children Overcome Fear of Dogs
37:51 Managing High-Energy Times with Dogs
41:13 Introducing 'Lola and the Bubble Mission'
43:01 Where to Find More Resources

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Your Toddler Isn’t Misbehaving — They’re Unanchored (Here’s What They Need) 104 104 Your Toddler Isn’t Misbehaving — They’re Unanchored (Here’s What They Need) full 70679258-6831-4bc4-8e60-b5184c60a4a7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0275bd94  Your Toddler Isn’t Misbehaving — They’re Unanchored (Here’s What They Need)

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, we dive into the real reasons behind toddler meltdowns and unruly behavior. Learn how understanding your child's 'state' and nervous system can help you guide them back to calmness without power struggles. From changing the environment to sensory resets, we'll discuss practical tips to help your toddler regulate their emotions. Don't forget to check out the free guide 'The Seven Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast,' available in the show notes.

00:00 Understanding Toddler Meltdowns
00:22 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:55 The Real Issue Behind Misbehavior
01:38 State Drives Behavior, Not Discipline
02:35 How to Reset Your Toddler's State
04:02 Personal Stories and Practical Examples
10:45 Effective State Change Strategies
14:19 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]>  Your Toddler Isn’t Misbehaving — They’re Unanchored (Here’s What They Need)

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, we dive into the real reasons behind toddler meltdowns and unruly behavior. Learn how understanding your child's 'state' and nervous system can help you guide them back to calmness without power struggles. From changing the environment to sensory resets, we'll discuss practical tips to help your toddler regulate their emotions. Don't forget to check out the free guide 'The Seven Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast,' available in the show notes.

00:00 Understanding Toddler Meltdowns
00:22 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:55 The Real Issue Behind Misbehavior
01:38 State Drives Behavior, Not Discipline
02:35 How to Reset Your Toddler's State
04:02 Personal Stories and Practical Examples
10:45 Effective State Change Strategies
14:19 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:42:04 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 970  Your Toddler Isn’t Misbehaving — They’re Unanchored (Here’s What They Need)

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, we dive into the real reasons behind toddler meltdowns and unruly behavior. Learn how understanding your child's 'state' and nervous system can help you guide them back to calmness without power struggles. From changing the environment to sensory resets, we'll discuss practical tips to help your toddler regulate their emotions. Don't forget to check out the free guide 'The Seven Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast,' available in the show notes.

00:00 Understanding Toddler Meltdowns
00:22 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:55 The Real Issue Behind Misbehavior
01:38 State Drives Behavior, Not Discipline
02:35 How to Reset Your Toddler's State
04:02 Personal Stories and Practical Examples
10:45 Effective State Change Strategies
14:19 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Reset Your Toddler Before the Holidays: How to Bank Calm in Their Nervous System (and Yours) 103 103 Reset Your Toddler Before the Holidays: How to Bank Calm in Their Nervous System (and Yours) full f026a18a-935c-41ac-ac09-35bdf604b5c3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/cd4072d2 Reset Your Toddler Before the Holidays: How to Bank Calm in Their Nervous System (and Yours) | Toddler Toolkit Podcast

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

When you get the FREE Guide, you get access to my Black Friday Deals this Week! Don’t forget to mark your calendar:
✨ Wednesday 11/26: The 5-Workshop Vault — $3
✨ Friday 11/28 : The Calm Parent Holiday Pass — $7
✨ Cyber Monday 12/1: The Premium Calm Superpower Transformation Bundle — $17

Make sure to also listen to this episode:
Holiday Overwhelm: Why Your Toddler Falls Apart Around Family (and How to Make Thanksgiving Easier)

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit Podcast! In today's episode, we're diving into strategies to reset your toddler’s nervous system before the holidays, helping both you and your child remain calm during the festive chaos.

We'll explore the concept of 'calm banking,' inspired by Dr. Matthew Walker's sleep banking principles, to proactively build your toddler's emotional resilience.

 Learn about the impact of good sleep, the sensory diet, connection banking, and predictability boosting on your toddler’s stress levels. Plus, discover practical tips to stay grounded and prepared as a parent.

We also discuss special offers like the $3 Mini Toddler Toolkit workshop vault, the $7 Calm Parent Holiday Pass, and the $17 Calm Superpower Transformation Bundle. Don't miss out on these fantastic resources to make your holiday season smoother. To access these deals, download the 'Seven Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast' guide via the link in the show notes. Have a fantastic Thanksgiving, and we'll see you in the next episode!

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:39 Black Friday Deal Announcements
02:21 Understanding Calm Banking for Toddlers
04:36 Implementing Sleep Banking Strategies
06:24 Sensory Diet and Connection Banking
12:46 Predictability and Parent Preparation
16:26 Handling Imperfect Holiday Situations
20:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Reset Your Toddler Before the Holidays: How to Bank Calm in Their Nervous System (and Yours) | Toddler Toolkit Podcast

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

When you get the FREE Guide, you get access to my Black Friday Deals this Week! Don’t forget to mark your calendar:
✨ Wednesday 11/26: The 5-Workshop Vault — $3
✨ Friday 11/28 : The Calm Parent Holiday Pass — $7
✨ Cyber Monday 12/1: The Premium Calm Superpower Transformation Bundle — $17

Make sure to also listen to this episode:
Holiday Overwhelm: Why Your Toddler Falls Apart Around Family (and How to Make Thanksgiving Easier)

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit Podcast! In today's episode, we're diving into strategies to reset your toddler’s nervous system before the holidays, helping both you and your child remain calm during the festive chaos.

We'll explore the concept of 'calm banking,' inspired by Dr. Matthew Walker's sleep banking principles, to proactively build your toddler's emotional resilience.

 Learn about the impact of good sleep, the sensory diet, connection banking, and predictability boosting on your toddler’s stress levels. Plus, discover practical tips to stay grounded and prepared as a parent.

We also discuss special offers like the $3 Mini Toddler Toolkit workshop vault, the $7 Calm Parent Holiday Pass, and the $17 Calm Superpower Transformation Bundle. Don't miss out on these fantastic resources to make your holiday season smoother. To access these deals, download the 'Seven Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast' guide via the link in the show notes. Have a fantastic Thanksgiving, and we'll see you in the next episode!

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:39 Black Friday Deal Announcements
02:21 Understanding Calm Banking for Toddlers
04:36 Implementing Sleep Banking Strategies
06:24 Sensory Diet and Connection Banking
12:46 Predictability and Parent Preparation
16:26 Handling Imperfect Holiday Situations
20:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1362 Reset Your Toddler Before the Holidays: How to Bank Calm in Their Nervous System (and Yours) | Toddler Toolkit Podcast

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

When you get the FREE Guide, you get access to my Black Friday Deals this Week! Don’t forget to mark your calendar:
✨ Wednesday 11/26: The 5-Workshop Vault — $3
✨ Friday 11/28 : The Calm Parent Holiday Pass — $7
✨ Cyber Monday 12/1: The Premium Calm Superpower Transformation Bundle — $17

Make sure to also listen to this episode:
Holiday Overwhelm: Why Your Toddler Falls Apart Around Family (and How to Make Thanksgiving Easier)

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit Podcast! In today's episode, we're diving into strategies to reset your toddler’s nervous system before the holidays, helping both you and your child remain calm during the festive chaos.

We'll explore the concept of 'calm banking,' inspired by Dr. Matthew Walker's sleep banking principles, to proactively build your toddler's emotional resilience.

 Learn about the impact of good sleep, the sensory diet, connection banking, and predictability boosting on your toddler’s stress levels. Plus, discover practical tips to stay grounded and prepared as a parent.

We also discuss special offers like the $3 Mini Toddler Toolkit workshop vault, the $7 Calm Parent Holiday Pass, and the $17 Calm Superpower Transformation Bundle. Don't miss out on these fantastic resources to make your holiday season smoother. To access these deals, download the 'Seven Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast' guide via the link in the show notes. Have a fantastic Thanksgiving, and we'll see you in the next episode!

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:39 Black Friday Deal Announcements
02:21 Understanding Calm Banking for Toddlers
04:36 Implementing Sleep Banking Strategies
06:24 Sensory Diet and Connection Banking
12:46 Predictability and Parent Preparation
16:26 Handling Imperfect Holiday Situations
20:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Holiday Overwhelm: Why Your Toddler Falls Apart Around Family (and How to Make Thanksgiving Easier) 102 102 Holiday Overwhelm: Why Your Toddler Falls Apart Around Family (and How to Make Thanksgiving Easier) full c1e8c094-c899-493a-ad54-f4e62ec3a5f9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fac378c2 Holiday Overwhelm: Why Your Toddler Falls Apart Around Family (and How to Make Thanksgiving Easier)

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

When you get the FREE Guide, you get access to my Black Friday Deals this Week! Don’t forget to mark your calendar:
✨ Wednesday 11/26: The 5-Workshop Vault — $3
✨ Friday 11/28 : The Calm Parent Holiday Pass — $7
✨ Cyber Monday 12/1: The Premium Calm Superpower Transformation Bundle — $17

In this episode, we address the common issue of holiday overwhelm for toddlers and why they often have meltdowns during family gatherings.
 
We’ll provide practical tips on how to manage your toddler’s behavior, prevent sensory overload, and reduce social pressure. We’ll also offer scripts to handle unsolicited parenting advice from family members and share mantras to help you stay calm. Plus, stay tuned for exciting Black Friday deals designed to help you manage holiday stress with fewer tantrums and more tranquility at home.

00:00 Understanding Toddler Overwhelm During Holidays
02:32 Tips to Handle Unsolicited Advice and Expectations
04:13 Exciting Black Friday Offers for Parents
07:00 Managing Toddler Meltdowns and Holiday Triggers
09:33 Holiday SOS Tools and Strategies
11:52 Proactive Scripts for Family Gatherings
14:09 Thanksgiving Mantras for Parents
17:28 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Holiday Overwhelm: Why Your Toddler Falls Apart Around Family (and How to Make Thanksgiving Easier)

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

When you get the FREE Guide, you get access to my Black Friday Deals this Week! Don’t forget to mark your calendar:
✨ Wednesday 11/26: The 5-Workshop Vault — $3
✨ Friday 11/28 : The Calm Parent Holiday Pass — $7
✨ Cyber Monday 12/1: The Premium Calm Superpower Transformation Bundle — $17

In this episode, we address the common issue of holiday overwhelm for toddlers and why they often have meltdowns during family gatherings.
 
We’ll provide practical tips on how to manage your toddler’s behavior, prevent sensory overload, and reduce social pressure. We’ll also offer scripts to handle unsolicited parenting advice from family members and share mantras to help you stay calm. Plus, stay tuned for exciting Black Friday deals designed to help you manage holiday stress with fewer tantrums and more tranquility at home.

00:00 Understanding Toddler Overwhelm During Holidays
02:32 Tips to Handle Unsolicited Advice and Expectations
04:13 Exciting Black Friday Offers for Parents
07:00 Managing Toddler Meltdowns and Holiday Triggers
09:33 Holiday SOS Tools and Strategies
11:52 Proactive Scripts for Family Gatherings
14:09 Thanksgiving Mantras for Parents
17:28 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1158 Holiday Overwhelm: Why Your Toddler Falls Apart Around Family (and How to Make Thanksgiving Easier)

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

When you get the FREE Guide, you get access to my Black Friday Deals this Week! Don’t forget to mark your calendar:
✨ Wednesday 11/26: The 5-Workshop Vault — $3
✨ Friday 11/28 : The Calm Parent Holiday Pass — $7
✨ Cyber Monday 12/1: The Premium Calm Superpower Transformation Bundle — $17

In this episode, we address the common issue of holiday overwhelm for toddlers and why they often have meltdowns during family gatherings.
 
We’ll provide practical tips on how to manage your toddler’s behavior, prevent sensory overload, and reduce social pressure. We’ll also offer scripts to handle unsolicited parenting advice from family members and share mantras to help you stay calm. Plus, stay tuned for exciting Black Friday deals designed to help you manage holiday stress with fewer tantrums and more tranquility at home.

00:00 Understanding Toddler Overwhelm During Holidays
02:32 Tips to Handle Unsolicited Advice and Expectations
04:13 Exciting Black Friday Offers for Parents
07:00 Managing Toddler Meltdowns and Holiday Triggers
09:33 Holiday SOS Tools and Strategies
11:52 Proactive Scripts for Family Gatherings
14:09 Thanksgiving Mantras for Parents
17:28 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No The 7 Types of Toddler NO’s (and How to Respond to Each One) 101 101 The 7 Types of Toddler NO’s (and How to Respond to Each One) full 1884baf5-b9d7-459e-b69b-6bc323d82082 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2e3d8fa9 The 7 Types of Toddler NO’s (and How to Respond to Each One)

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Recommended Podcast Episodes Referenced in the episode:
How Your Child’s Hurtful Words Reveal the #1 Thing You Need Most
What “No!”, “Go Away!”, and Other Toddler Phrases Actually Mean

In this Toddler Toolkit podcast episode, we discuss the seven types of toddler 'no's and the best strategies for each one.

We'll cover types like transition 'no', routine 'no', social 'no', connection 'no', cognitive load 'no', sensory 'no', and fatigue 'no'. Understanding these can help parents avoid power struggles and better support their child's needs. Also, get details on the Black Friday special and the Calm Superpower cohort.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:15 Understanding Toddler Behavior
01:35 The Seven Types of Toddler Nos
02:08 Special Announcements and Offers
03:22 Deep Dive into Toddler Nos
03:55 Transition Nos
04:55 Routine Nos
06:32 Social Nos
08:00 Connection Nos
09:22 Cognitive Load Nos
10:41 Sensory and Fatigue Nos
14:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> The 7 Types of Toddler NO’s (and How to Respond to Each One)

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Recommended Podcast Episodes Referenced in the episode:
How Your Child’s Hurtful Words Reveal the #1 Thing You Need Most
What “No!”, “Go Away!”, and Other Toddler Phrases Actually Mean

In this Toddler Toolkit podcast episode, we discuss the seven types of toddler 'no's and the best strategies for each one.

We'll cover types like transition 'no', routine 'no', social 'no', connection 'no', cognitive load 'no', sensory 'no', and fatigue 'no'. Understanding these can help parents avoid power struggles and better support their child's needs. Also, get details on the Black Friday special and the Calm Superpower cohort.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:15 Understanding Toddler Behavior
01:35 The Seven Types of Toddler Nos
02:08 Special Announcements and Offers
03:22 Deep Dive into Toddler Nos
03:55 Transition Nos
04:55 Routine Nos
06:32 Social Nos
08:00 Connection Nos
09:22 Cognitive Load Nos
10:41 Sensory and Fatigue Nos
14:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Thu, 20 Nov 2025 13:23:34 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1203 The 7 Types of Toddler NO’s (and How to Respond to Each One)

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Recommended Podcast Episodes Referenced in the episode:
How Your Child’s Hurtful Words Reveal the #1 Thing You Need Most
What “No!”, “Go Away!”, and Other Toddler Phrases Actually Mean

In this Toddler Toolkit podcast episode, we discuss the seven types of toddler 'no's and the best strategies for each one.

We'll cover types like transition 'no', routine 'no', social 'no', connection 'no', cognitive load 'no', sensory 'no', and fatigue 'no'. Understanding these can help parents avoid power struggles and better support their child's needs. Also, get details on the Black Friday special and the Calm Superpower cohort.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:15 Understanding Toddler Behavior
01:35 The Seven Types of Toddler Nos
02:08 Special Announcements and Offers
03:22 Deep Dive into Toddler Nos
03:55 Transition Nos
04:55 Routine Nos
06:32 Social Nos
08:00 Connection Nos
09:22 Cognitive Load Nos
10:41 Sensory and Fatigue Nos
14:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No 5 Mistakes Parents Make When Their Toddler Says ‘No’ (and What to Do Instead) 100 100 5 Mistakes Parents Make When Their Toddler Says ‘No’ (and What to Do Instead) full 5fcfd237-c500-4d8a-a66b-fdf2212b51a9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/49a36729 5 Mistakes Parents Make When Toddlers Say No (And What to Do Instead!)

Welcome to the 100th episode of Toddler Toolkit Podcast!

Join the Calm Superpower Cohort HERE!
In this 3-week live experience, starting November 3rd, we’ll walk through the three biggest areas of toddler struggle:
1️⃣ Listening and cooperation
 2️⃣ Meltdowns and emotional coaching
 3️⃣ Triggers and your own calm superpower

You’ll get live Q&As, short lessons, and strategies that actually work in real life.

 

In this episode, we discuss the five common mistakes parents make when their toddlers say 'no' and provide effective strategies to handle these situations. From avoiding saying 'no' too often, to understanding the root cause behind the behaviors, and the limitations of offering choices, we cover it all. Tune in for practical tips to navigate your toddler's challenging moments and improve your parenting approach. Plus, don't forget to check out our free guide on the Seven Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast. See you in the next episode!

00:00 Welcome to the 100th Episode!
00:14 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit
00:54 Mistake #1: Saying No Too Much
02:03 Mistake #2: Trying to Change Too Many Behaviors
03:57 Mistake #3: Misunderstanding the Root Cause
05:49 Mistake #4: Teaching What Not to Do
06:52 Mistake #5: Assuming Choices Are the Only Fix
10:48 Recap and Final Thoughts

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> 5 Mistakes Parents Make When Toddlers Say No (And What to Do Instead!)

Welcome to the 100th episode of Toddler Toolkit Podcast!

Join the Calm Superpower Cohort HERE!
In this 3-week live experience, starting November 3rd, we’ll walk through the three biggest areas of toddler struggle:
1️⃣ Listening and cooperation
 2️⃣ Meltdowns and emotional coaching
 3️⃣ Triggers and your own calm superpower

You’ll get live Q&As, short lessons, and strategies that actually work in real life.

 

In this episode, we discuss the five common mistakes parents make when their toddlers say 'no' and provide effective strategies to handle these situations. From avoiding saying 'no' too often, to understanding the root cause behind the behaviors, and the limitations of offering choices, we cover it all. Tune in for practical tips to navigate your toddler's challenging moments and improve your parenting approach. Plus, don't forget to check out our free guide on the Seven Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast. See you in the next episode!

00:00 Welcome to the 100th Episode!
00:14 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit
00:54 Mistake #1: Saying No Too Much
02:03 Mistake #2: Trying to Change Too Many Behaviors
03:57 Mistake #3: Misunderstanding the Root Cause
05:49 Mistake #4: Teaching What Not to Do
06:52 Mistake #5: Assuming Choices Are the Only Fix
10:48 Recap and Final Thoughts

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Wed, 12 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 739 5 Mistakes Parents Make When Toddlers Say No (And What to Do Instead!)

Welcome to the 100th episode of Toddler Toolkit Podcast!

Join the Calm Superpower Cohort HERE!
In this 3-week live experience, starting November 3rd, we’ll walk through the three biggest areas of toddler struggle:
1️⃣ Listening and cooperation
 2️⃣ Meltdowns and emotional coaching
 3️⃣ Triggers and your own calm superpower

You’ll get live Q&As, short lessons, and strategies that actually work in real life.

 

In this episode, we discuss the five common mistakes parents make when their toddlers say 'no' and provide effective strategies to handle these situations. From avoiding saying 'no' too often, to understanding the root cause behind the behaviors, and the limitations of offering choices, we cover it all. Tune in for practical tips to navigate your toddler's challenging moments and improve your parenting approach. Plus, don't forget to check out our free guide on the Seven Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast. See you in the next episode!

00:00 Welcome to the 100th Episode!
00:14 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit
00:54 Mistake #1: Saying No Too Much
02:03 Mistake #2: Trying to Change Too Many Behaviors
03:57 Mistake #3: Misunderstanding the Root Cause
05:49 Mistake #4: Teaching What Not to Do
06:52 Mistake #5: Assuming Choices Are the Only Fix
10:48 Recap and Final Thoughts

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Moms, You Don’t Need More Patience—You Need More Presence (w/ Katie Krimitsos) 99 99 Moms, You Don’t Need More Patience—You Need More Presence (w/ Katie Krimitsos) full 386cc1c8-3898-4041-97b8-fc851c011771 https://share.transistor.fm/s/865cd079 Moms, You Don’t Need More Patience—You Need More Presence (w/ Katie Krimitsos)

 If you’ve ever whispered to yourself, ‘I just need more patience,’ this episode is your permission slip to stop striving and start being. Katie Krimitsos, founder of the Women’s Meditation Network, joins us to share how presence—not perfection—is what actually brings calm in motherhood.
 
Say goodbye to Anxiety with Katie!
Download the 5 Secrets to Unleashing Your Meditation Magic, HERE!


Listen to Dailly Affirmations with Katie:
I Am Proud of the Mother I Have Become-Here


In this special episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, we sit down with Katie Krimitsos, founder of the Women's Meditation Network. Katie's meditations have been downloaded over a hundred million times by women worldwide. Join us as Katie shares her inspiring journey from recording in her bedroom closet to reaching nearly 200 million downloads.

We discuss the power of stillness amid motherhood chaos, moving from reaction to reflection, and embracing the idea that we already are love. This episode is full of grounding and emotional wisdom for every overwhelmed or disconnected mom. Katie also shares practical tips on building a meditation practice, the importance of self-love, and intentional parenting. Tune in for a heartfelt and insightful conversation that will resonate with moms everywhere.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:05 Meet Katie Krimitsos: Founder of Women's Meditation Network
01:07 Katie's Journey: From Bedroom Closet to Global Impact
02:55 The Turning Point: Pregnancy and Intuition
04:26 Launching the Women's Meditation Network
04:56 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
07:04 Balancing Motherhood and Meditation
10:36 The Power of Meditation in Motherhood
12:29 Debunking Meditation Myths
17:34 Connecting with Intuition Amidst Chaos
21:13 Mindful Parenting: Handling Meltdowns with Grace
22:54 Struggles with Reading and Self-Perception
24:06 A New School Brings New Beginnings
25:36 The Power of Meditation in Parenting
28:14 Intentional Parenting and Family Values
30:35 Self-Compassion and Overcoming Mom Guilt
37:37 Modeling Love and Self-Acceptance
42:20 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Moms, You Don’t Need More Patience—You Need More Presence (w/ Katie Krimitsos)

 If you’ve ever whispered to yourself, ‘I just need more patience,’ this episode is your permission slip to stop striving and start being. Katie Krimitsos, founder of the Women’s Meditation Network, joins us to share how presence—not perfection—is what actually brings calm in motherhood.
 
Say goodbye to Anxiety with Katie!
Download the 5 Secrets to Unleashing Your Meditation Magic, HERE!


Listen to Dailly Affirmations with Katie:
I Am Proud of the Mother I Have Become-Here


In this special episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, we sit down with Katie Krimitsos, founder of the Women's Meditation Network. Katie's meditations have been downloaded over a hundred million times by women worldwide. Join us as Katie shares her inspiring journey from recording in her bedroom closet to reaching nearly 200 million downloads.

We discuss the power of stillness amid motherhood chaos, moving from reaction to reflection, and embracing the idea that we already are love. This episode is full of grounding and emotional wisdom for every overwhelmed or disconnected mom. Katie also shares practical tips on building a meditation practice, the importance of self-love, and intentional parenting. Tune in for a heartfelt and insightful conversation that will resonate with moms everywhere.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:05 Meet Katie Krimitsos: Founder of Women's Meditation Network
01:07 Katie's Journey: From Bedroom Closet to Global Impact
02:55 The Turning Point: Pregnancy and Intuition
04:26 Launching the Women's Meditation Network
04:56 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
07:04 Balancing Motherhood and Meditation
10:36 The Power of Meditation in Motherhood
12:29 Debunking Meditation Myths
17:34 Connecting with Intuition Amidst Chaos
21:13 Mindful Parenting: Handling Meltdowns with Grace
22:54 Struggles with Reading and Self-Perception
24:06 A New School Brings New Beginnings
25:36 The Power of Meditation in Parenting
28:14 Intentional Parenting and Family Values
30:35 Self-Compassion and Overcoming Mom Guilt
37:37 Modeling Love and Self-Acceptance
42:20 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2772 Moms, You Don’t Need More Patience—You Need More Presence (w/ Katie Krimitsos)

 If you’ve ever whispered to yourself, ‘I just need more patience,’ this episode is your permission slip to stop striving and start being. Katie Krimitsos, founder of the Women’s Meditation Network, joins us to share how presence—not perfection—is what actually brings calm in motherhood.
 
Say goodbye to Anxiety with Katie!
Download the 5 Secrets to Unleashing Your Meditation Magic, HERE!


Listen to Dailly Affirmations with Katie:
I Am Proud of the Mother I Have Become-Here


In this special episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, we sit down with Katie Krimitsos, founder of the Women's Meditation Network. Katie's meditations have been downloaded over a hundred million times by women worldwide. Join us as Katie shares her inspiring journey from recording in her bedroom closet to reaching nearly 200 million downloads.

We discuss the power of stillness amid motherhood chaos, moving from reaction to reflection, and embracing the idea that we already are love. This episode is full of grounding and emotional wisdom for every overwhelmed or disconnected mom. Katie also shares practical tips on building a meditation practice, the importance of self-love, and intentional parenting. Tune in for a heartfelt and insightful conversation that will resonate with moms everywhere.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:05 Meet Katie Krimitsos: Founder of Women's Meditation Network
01:07 Katie's Journey: From Bedroom Closet to Global Impact
02:55 The Turning Point: Pregnancy and Intuition
04:26 Launching the Women's Meditation Network
04:56 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
07:04 Balancing Motherhood and Meditation
10:36 The Power of Meditation in Motherhood
12:29 Debunking Meditation Myths
17:34 Connecting with Intuition Amidst Chaos
21:13 Mindful Parenting: Handling Meltdowns with Grace
22:54 Struggles with Reading and Self-Perception
24:06 A New School Brings New Beginnings
25:36 The Power of Meditation in Parenting
28:14 Intentional Parenting and Family Values
30:35 Self-Compassion and Overcoming Mom Guilt
37:37 Modeling Love and Self-Acceptance
42:20 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No How Your Child’s Hurtful Words Reveal the #1 Thing You Need Most 98 98 How Your Child’s Hurtful Words Reveal the #1 Thing You Need Most full e45d3084-1169-4f35-a751-b2477540ffb3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/060133ba How Your Child’s Hurtful Words Reveal the #1 Thing You Need Most

Join the Calm Superpower Cohort HERE!
In this 3-week live experience, starting November 3rd, we’ll walk through the three biggest areas of toddler struggle:
1️⃣ Listening and cooperation
 2️⃣ Meltdowns and emotional coaching
 3️⃣ Triggers and your own calm superpower

You’ll get live Q&As, short lessons, and strategies that actually work in real life.
And when you enroll by October 31st, you’ll save $100 and get a free Toddler Toolkit T-shirt while supplies last.

Listen to a related and helpful episode, 'The Hidden Reason You Snap and 4 Things That Stop the Cycle' here.

Back to the Episode:


Ever feel stung by your toddler's words?

 In this episode, we talk about why toddlers say hurtful things like 'Go away, Mommy' and 'I don't love you,' and how these moments reveal what you need most as a parent.

We'll discuss toddler tantrums, emotional boundaries, and the hidden fix-it loop that can leave you feeling drained. Learn how to stay calm and ensure your peace doesn't depend on your child's behavior.

Plus, join the Calm Superpower cohort starting November 3rd for strategies to handle listening, meltdowns, and triggers. Sign up by October 31st to save $100 and get a free Toddler Toolkit T-shirt!

00:00 Introduction: The Hidden Fix-It Loop
00:31 Understanding Toddler Tantrums and Hurtful Words
00:58 Introducing the Calm Superpower Cohort
02:19 Exploring Emotional Boundaries
06:51 The Hidden Fix-It Loop Explained
10:14 Nervous System Link: Safety vs. Seeking
11:30 Emotional Boundaries vs. Emotional Walls
18:26 Practical Responses to Hurtful Words
20:25 Conclusion and Next Steps

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> How Your Child’s Hurtful Words Reveal the #1 Thing You Need Most

Join the Calm Superpower Cohort HERE!
In this 3-week live experience, starting November 3rd, we’ll walk through the three biggest areas of toddler struggle:
1️⃣ Listening and cooperation
 2️⃣ Meltdowns and emotional coaching
 3️⃣ Triggers and your own calm superpower

You’ll get live Q&As, short lessons, and strategies that actually work in real life.
And when you enroll by October 31st, you’ll save $100 and get a free Toddler Toolkit T-shirt while supplies last.

Listen to a related and helpful episode, 'The Hidden Reason You Snap and 4 Things That Stop the Cycle' here.

Back to the Episode:


Ever feel stung by your toddler's words?

 In this episode, we talk about why toddlers say hurtful things like 'Go away, Mommy' and 'I don't love you,' and how these moments reveal what you need most as a parent.

We'll discuss toddler tantrums, emotional boundaries, and the hidden fix-it loop that can leave you feeling drained. Learn how to stay calm and ensure your peace doesn't depend on your child's behavior.

Plus, join the Calm Superpower cohort starting November 3rd for strategies to handle listening, meltdowns, and triggers. Sign up by October 31st to save $100 and get a free Toddler Toolkit T-shirt!

00:00 Introduction: The Hidden Fix-It Loop
00:31 Understanding Toddler Tantrums and Hurtful Words
00:58 Introducing the Calm Superpower Cohort
02:19 Exploring Emotional Boundaries
06:51 The Hidden Fix-It Loop Explained
10:14 Nervous System Link: Safety vs. Seeking
11:30 Emotional Boundaries vs. Emotional Walls
18:26 Practical Responses to Hurtful Words
20:25 Conclusion and Next Steps

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> Mon, 27 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1350 How Your Child’s Hurtful Words Reveal the #1 Thing You Need Most

Join the Calm Superpower Cohort HERE!
In this 3-week live experience, starting November 3rd, we’ll walk through the three biggest areas of toddler struggle:
1️⃣ Listening and cooperation
 2️⃣ Meltdowns and emotional coaching
 3️⃣ Triggers and your own calm superpower

You’ll get live Q&As, short lessons, and strategies that actually work in real life.
And when you enroll by October 31st, you’ll save $100 and get a free Toddler Toolkit T-shirt while supplies last.

Listen to a related and helpful episode, 'The Hidden Reason You Snap and 4 Things That Stop the Cycle' here.

Back to the Episode:


Ever feel stung by your toddler's words?

 In this episode, we talk about why toddlers say hurtful things like 'Go away, Mommy' and 'I don't love you,' and how these moments reveal what you need most as a parent.

We'll discuss toddler tantrums, emotional boundaries, and the hidden fix-it loop that can leave you feeling drained. Learn how to stay calm and ensure your peace doesn't depend on your child's behavior.

Plus, join the Calm Superpower cohort starting November 3rd for strategies to handle listening, meltdowns, and triggers. Sign up by October 31st to save $100 and get a free Toddler Toolkit T-shirt!

00:00 Introduction: The Hidden Fix-It Loop
00:31 Understanding Toddler Tantrums and Hurtful Words
00:58 Introducing the Calm Superpower Cohort
02:19 Exploring Emotional Boundaries
06:51 The Hidden Fix-It Loop Explained
10:14 Nervous System Link: Safety vs. Seeking
11:30 Emotional Boundaries vs. Emotional Walls
18:26 Practical Responses to Hurtful Words
20:25 Conclusion and Next Steps

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> No The New Way to Handle Toddler Tantrums and Big Emotions w/ Devon Kuntzman, Transforming Toddlerhood 96 96 The New Way to Handle Toddler Tantrums and Big Emotions w/ Devon Kuntzman, Transforming Toddlerhood full efc776e4-121c-4424-a4b3-5009d55ff44a https://share.transistor.fm/s/7c356477 Transforming Toddlerhood: How to Embrace and Enjoy Parenting with Devin Kuntzman!

Follow Devon Kuntzman here on Instagram
Get Devon's new book, Transforming Toddlerhood here!

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit podcast! In this episode, we're thrilled to have modern parenting expert Devin Kuntzman. 

Devin is well-known for her work on Instagram as the original toddler parenting coach, trusted by millions of parents worldwide. 

Devin shares her mission to shift the narrative around toddlerhood, viewing it as a stage filled with opportunities rather than challenges. She discusses her comprehensive new book, 'Transforming Toddlerhood,' coming out on October 21, 2025, that's packed with actionable advice for caregivers. 

Devin also talks about the importance of understanding toddler behavior as communication and shares practical tips for dealing with power struggles and tantrums. Join us as we explore ways to navigate the ups and downs of toddlerhood with confidence and joy.

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Behavior Challenges

01:05 Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit Podcast

01:11 Meet Devon Kuntzman: Transforming Toddlerhood

03:59 Understanding Toddler Behavior as Communication

09:03 The Importance of Realistic Expectations

12:54 Practical Tips for Positive Parenting

22:40 Behavioral Red Flags to Watch For

25:23 Navigating Parenting Overwhelm

26:33 The Messiness of Toddlerhood

27:31 Empathy and Parenting Challenges

29:11 Balancing Discipline and Emotional Wellbeing

31:00 Embracing Imperfection in Parenting

34:17 Real-Life Parenting Struggles

38:35 Building Awareness and Growth Mindset

42:15 The Impact of Transforming Toddlerhood

46:10 Final Thoughts and Resources


------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Transforming Toddlerhood: How to Embrace and Enjoy Parenting with Devin Kuntzman!

Follow Devon Kuntzman here on Instagram
Get Devon's new book, Transforming Toddlerhood here!

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit podcast! In this episode, we're thrilled to have modern parenting expert Devin Kuntzman. 

Devin is well-known for her work on Instagram as the original toddler parenting coach, trusted by millions of parents worldwide. 

Devin shares her mission to shift the narrative around toddlerhood, viewing it as a stage filled with opportunities rather than challenges. She discusses her comprehensive new book, 'Transforming Toddlerhood,' coming out on October 21, 2025, that's packed with actionable advice for caregivers. 

Devin also talks about the importance of understanding toddler behavior as communication and shares practical tips for dealing with power struggles and tantrums. Join us as we explore ways to navigate the ups and downs of toddlerhood with confidence and joy.

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Behavior Challenges

01:05 Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit Podcast

01:11 Meet Devon Kuntzman: Transforming Toddlerhood

03:59 Understanding Toddler Behavior as Communication

09:03 The Importance of Realistic Expectations

12:54 Practical Tips for Positive Parenting

22:40 Behavioral Red Flags to Watch For

25:23 Navigating Parenting Overwhelm

26:33 The Messiness of Toddlerhood

27:31 Empathy and Parenting Challenges

29:11 Balancing Discipline and Emotional Wellbeing

31:00 Embracing Imperfection in Parenting

34:17 Real-Life Parenting Struggles

38:35 Building Awareness and Growth Mindset

42:15 The Impact of Transforming Toddlerhood

46:10 Final Thoughts and Resources


------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Tue, 21 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2752 Transforming Toddlerhood: How to Embrace and Enjoy Parenting with Devin Kuntzman!

Follow Devon Kuntzman here on Instagram
Get Devon's new book, Transforming Toddlerhood here!

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit podcast! In this episode, we're thrilled to have modern parenting expert Devin Kuntzman. 

Devin is well-known for her work on Instagram as the original toddler parenting coach, trusted by millions of parents worldwide. 

Devin shares her mission to shift the narrative around toddlerhood, viewing it as a stage filled with opportunities rather than challenges. She discusses her comprehensive new book, 'Transforming Toddlerhood,' coming out on October 21, 2025, that's packed with actionable advice for caregivers. 

Devin also talks about the importance of understanding toddler behavior as communication and shares practical tips for dealing with power struggles and tantrums. Join us as we explore ways to navigate the ups and downs of toddlerhood with confidence and joy.

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Behavior Challenges

01:05 Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit Podcast

01:11 Meet Devon Kuntzman: Transforming Toddlerhood

03:59 Understanding Toddler Behavior as Communication

09:03 The Importance of Realistic Expectations

12:54 Practical Tips for Positive Parenting

22:40 Behavioral Red Flags to Watch For

25:23 Navigating Parenting Overwhelm

26:33 The Messiness of Toddlerhood

27:31 Empathy and Parenting Challenges

29:11 Balancing Discipline and Emotional Wellbeing

31:00 Embracing Imperfection in Parenting

34:17 Real-Life Parenting Struggles

38:35 Building Awareness and Growth Mindset

42:15 The Impact of Transforming Toddlerhood

46:10 Final Thoughts and Resources


------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Stop Trying to Get Your Toddler to Listen: Right Intention, Wrong Strategy 97 97 Stop Trying to Get Your Toddler to Listen: Right Intention, Wrong Strategy full e7f030e0-26f1-430a-bb96-b6550047fff9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/18c86613 Stop Trying to Get Your Toddler to Listen: Right Intention, Wrong Strategy


The Calm Superpower Cohort starts the week of November 3rd.
 It’s three weeks, three live Q&As on Zoom (recordings available after), and one calm superpower that changes everything.

You’ll learn how to handle meltdowns, power struggles, and those “push your button” moments with tools that actually work in real life.
Enroll before October 31st to get the Sweet Treat Deal — $97 (regularly $197) and a free Toddler Toolkit T-shirt (value of $30 USD) for the first 5 sign-ups. Sign up here!


In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, we’re exploring the true meaning of 'listening' when it comes to toddlers.
Learn how to distinguish between mere compliance and genuine cooperation, and discover why the latter is crucial for your child's long-term development.

Join us as we discuss practical tips for fostering cooperation, the hidden costs of enforcing compliance, and the importance of connection in shaping resilient kids. Plus, get all the details on the upcoming Calm Superpower cohort starting the week of November 3rd, designed to equip you with real-life tools for handling toddler meltdowns and power struggles.

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:02 Understanding Listening vs. Cooperation
00:56 Introducing the Calm Superpower Cohort
02:38 Back to the Episode: Listening vs. Compliance
04:04 The Importance of True Cooperation
06:26 Compliance vs. Cooperation Pathways
12:07 The Hidden Costs of Good Listening
16:51 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Stop Trying to Get Your Toddler to Listen: Right Intention, Wrong Strategy


The Calm Superpower Cohort starts the week of November 3rd.
 It’s three weeks, three live Q&As on Zoom (recordings available after), and one calm superpower that changes everything.

You’ll learn how to handle meltdowns, power struggles, and those “push your button” moments with tools that actually work in real life.
Enroll before October 31st to get the Sweet Treat Deal — $97 (regularly $197) and a free Toddler Toolkit T-shirt (value of $30 USD) for the first 5 sign-ups. Sign up here!


In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, we’re exploring the true meaning of 'listening' when it comes to toddlers.
Learn how to distinguish between mere compliance and genuine cooperation, and discover why the latter is crucial for your child's long-term development.

Join us as we discuss practical tips for fostering cooperation, the hidden costs of enforcing compliance, and the importance of connection in shaping resilient kids. Plus, get all the details on the upcoming Calm Superpower cohort starting the week of November 3rd, designed to equip you with real-life tools for handling toddler meltdowns and power struggles.

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:02 Understanding Listening vs. Cooperation
00:56 Introducing the Calm Superpower Cohort
02:38 Back to the Episode: Listening vs. Compliance
04:04 The Importance of True Cooperation
06:26 Compliance vs. Cooperation Pathways
12:07 The Hidden Costs of Good Listening
16:51 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 20 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1221 Stop Trying to Get Your Toddler to Listen: Right Intention, Wrong Strategy


The Calm Superpower Cohort starts the week of November 3rd.
 It’s three weeks, three live Q&As on Zoom (recordings available after), and one calm superpower that changes everything.

You’ll learn how to handle meltdowns, power struggles, and those “push your button” moments with tools that actually work in real life.
Enroll before October 31st to get the Sweet Treat Deal — $97 (regularly $197) and a free Toddler Toolkit T-shirt (value of $30 USD) for the first 5 sign-ups. Sign up here!


In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, we’re exploring the true meaning of 'listening' when it comes to toddlers.
Learn how to distinguish between mere compliance and genuine cooperation, and discover why the latter is crucial for your child's long-term development.

Join us as we discuss practical tips for fostering cooperation, the hidden costs of enforcing compliance, and the importance of connection in shaping resilient kids. Plus, get all the details on the upcoming Calm Superpower cohort starting the week of November 3rd, designed to equip you with real-life tools for handling toddler meltdowns and power struggles.

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:02 Understanding Listening vs. Cooperation
00:56 Introducing the Calm Superpower Cohort
02:38 Back to the Episode: Listening vs. Compliance
04:04 The Importance of True Cooperation
06:26 Compliance vs. Cooperation Pathways
12:07 The Hidden Costs of Good Listening
16:51 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

------------------------------------------------------
"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No The Hidden Reason You Snap and 4 Things That Stop the Cycle 95 95 The Hidden Reason You Snap and 4 Things That Stop the Cycle full 1ae42f20-e7ea-4aba-9555-740083965d16 https://share.transistor.fm/s/34674e2c  The Hidden Reason You Snap and 4 Things That Stop the Cycle | Toddler Toolkit Podcast

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, I reflect on a key insight inspired between my personal life and by an interview with Katie Krimitsos (coming on air soon!): why is it easier for moms to show compassion to their children than to themselves?

We dive into real-life scenarios where self-criticism depletes our patience, explore the concept of 'compassion leaks,' and discuss how this imbalance affects our ability to care for our kids effectively.

I share personal stories and offer practical steps for practicing self-compassion and maintaining emotional balance. Join me for an honest conversation about the importance of giving yourself grace and how it benefits both you and your family.

00:00 Introduction: The Compassion Dilemma
01:11 A Real-Life Example: Nighttime Meltdown
04:28 Understanding Compassion Leaks
04:44 Common Compassion Leak Scenarios
08:30 The Importance of Self-Compassion
12:47 Practical Steps for Preventative Regulation
14:44 Conclusion: Embracing Imperfection

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]>  The Hidden Reason You Snap and 4 Things That Stop the Cycle | Toddler Toolkit Podcast

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, I reflect on a key insight inspired between my personal life and by an interview with Katie Krimitsos (coming on air soon!): why is it easier for moms to show compassion to their children than to themselves?

We dive into real-life scenarios where self-criticism depletes our patience, explore the concept of 'compassion leaks,' and discuss how this imbalance affects our ability to care for our kids effectively.

I share personal stories and offer practical steps for practicing self-compassion and maintaining emotional balance. Join me for an honest conversation about the importance of giving yourself grace and how it benefits both you and your family.

00:00 Introduction: The Compassion Dilemma
01:11 A Real-Life Example: Nighttime Meltdown
04:28 Understanding Compassion Leaks
04:44 Common Compassion Leak Scenarios
08:30 The Importance of Self-Compassion
12:47 Practical Steps for Preventative Regulation
14:44 Conclusion: Embracing Imperfection

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1017  The Hidden Reason You Snap and 4 Things That Stop the Cycle | Toddler Toolkit Podcast

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, I reflect on a key insight inspired between my personal life and by an interview with Katie Krimitsos (coming on air soon!): why is it easier for moms to show compassion to their children than to themselves?

We dive into real-life scenarios where self-criticism depletes our patience, explore the concept of 'compassion leaks,' and discuss how this imbalance affects our ability to care for our kids effectively.

I share personal stories and offer practical steps for practicing self-compassion and maintaining emotional balance. Join me for an honest conversation about the importance of giving yourself grace and how it benefits both you and your family.

00:00 Introduction: The Compassion Dilemma
01:11 A Real-Life Example: Nighttime Meltdown
04:28 Understanding Compassion Leaks
04:44 Common Compassion Leak Scenarios
08:30 The Importance of Self-Compassion
12:47 Practical Steps for Preventative Regulation
14:44 Conclusion: Embracing Imperfection

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Toddler Fighting You? 3 Ways Parents Accidentally Shut Down Kindness 94 94 Toddler Fighting You? 3 Ways Parents Accidentally Shut Down Kindness full a83863f1-b4f1-4158-88f2-571d34233441 https://share.transistor.fm/s/02dcb706 Toddler Fighting You? 3 Ways Parents Accidentally Shut Down Kindness

🎤I’m so honored to be a speaker in the Happily Family Online Conference (Oct 9–13) alongside Dr. Daniel Siegel,
More than 100,000 families are already joining in. Together, we’ll hear from 25+ parenting experts sharing practical tools for real family life—the messy, imperfect, beautiful kind.
👉 Get a Free Ticket Here. 🎫

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In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, we explore why toddlers often seem defiant and how parents might unintentionally suppress kindness in their children.

Learn the three common mistakes—missing the care, shaming the care, and focusing on the negative—and find out how to reframe these moments to foster kindness instead of conflict.

I'll share real-life examples, exact words you can use, and practical tools for parenting.

Plus, don't miss insights from the upcoming Happily Family Conference, featuring experts like Dr. Daniel Siegel. Tune in to strengthen your parent-child bond and nurture emotional intelligence in your kids.

00:00 Introduction: Understanding Toddler Behavior
01:00 Common Parenting Challenges
01:47 The Concept of Invisible Care
04:04 Three Ways Parents Shut Down Kindness
05:28 Real-Life Examples and Reframes
12:32 Biology and Negativity Bias
16:20 Growing More Kindness
18:05 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Toddler Fighting You? 3 Ways Parents Accidentally Shut Down Kindness

🎤I’m so honored to be a speaker in the Happily Family Online Conference (Oct 9–13) alongside Dr. Daniel Siegel,
More than 100,000 families are already joining in. Together, we’ll hear from 25+ parenting experts sharing practical tools for real family life—the messy, imperfect, beautiful kind.
👉 Get a Free Ticket Here. 🎫

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In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, we explore why toddlers often seem defiant and how parents might unintentionally suppress kindness in their children.

Learn the three common mistakes—missing the care, shaming the care, and focusing on the negative—and find out how to reframe these moments to foster kindness instead of conflict.

I'll share real-life examples, exact words you can use, and practical tools for parenting.

Plus, don't miss insights from the upcoming Happily Family Conference, featuring experts like Dr. Daniel Siegel. Tune in to strengthen your parent-child bond and nurture emotional intelligence in your kids.

00:00 Introduction: Understanding Toddler Behavior
01:00 Common Parenting Challenges
01:47 The Concept of Invisible Care
04:04 Three Ways Parents Shut Down Kindness
05:28 Real-Life Examples and Reframes
12:32 Biology and Negativity Bias
16:20 Growing More Kindness
18:05 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1335 Toddler Fighting You? 3 Ways Parents Accidentally Shut Down Kindness

🎤I’m so honored to be a speaker in the Happily Family Online Conference (Oct 9–13) alongside Dr. Daniel Siegel,
More than 100,000 families are already joining in. Together, we’ll hear from 25+ parenting experts sharing practical tools for real family life—the messy, imperfect, beautiful kind.
👉 Get a Free Ticket Here. 🎫

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In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, we explore why toddlers often seem defiant and how parents might unintentionally suppress kindness in their children.

Learn the three common mistakes—missing the care, shaming the care, and focusing on the negative—and find out how to reframe these moments to foster kindness instead of conflict.

I'll share real-life examples, exact words you can use, and practical tools for parenting.

Plus, don't miss insights from the upcoming Happily Family Conference, featuring experts like Dr. Daniel Siegel. Tune in to strengthen your parent-child bond and nurture emotional intelligence in your kids.

00:00 Introduction: Understanding Toddler Behavior
01:00 Common Parenting Challenges
01:47 The Concept of Invisible Care
04:04 Three Ways Parents Shut Down Kindness
05:28 Real-Life Examples and Reframes
12:32 Biology and Negativity Bias
16:20 Growing More Kindness
18:05 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!


Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No What Really Holds Moms Back in Fitness & This Truth That Works Instead w/ Athena Concannon 93 93 What Really Holds Moms Back in Fitness & This Truth That Works Instead w/ Athena Concannon full 414dcd62-6a8f-4373-8390-8d5fff882180 https://share.transistor.fm/s/76bc4c2b Realistic Fitness and Nutrition for Busy Moms ft. Athena Concannon | Toddler Toolkit Podcast

Most moms don’t fail because they lack willpower—they’re stuck in fitness myths that don’t work. In this episode, Athena Concannon reveals the truth that actually helps busy moms see real results without extremes.

Connect with Athena HERE:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athenaconcannon/


Website: https://www.achievewithathena.com/

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I’m so honored to be a speaker in the Happily Family Online Conference (Oct 9–13) alongside Dr. Daniel Siegel! My favorite author in the parenting education and neuroscience space. 💛
-A lot of different people come to the Happily Family Conference… foster and adoptive parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, teachers, therapists, and coaches. If you live with kids or work with them, then this conference is for YOU. People attend from all over the globe.
-More than 100,000 families are already joining in. Together, we’ll hear from 25+ parenting experts sharing practical tools for real family life…the messy, imperfect, beautiful kind.
👉 Save your free spot and get your FREE TICKET HERE!

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Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!

Join us on today's episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast as we welcome Athena Concannon, a certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and creator of the Balanced Body Project.

 Athena shares her journey from fitness enthusiast to helping busy women, especially moms, achieve their fitness goals without the extremes.

 Learn about her practical strategies, the importance of balance, and how to prioritize self-care in the chaos of motherhood. Athena also talks about the impact of mindset shifts and how to avoid the common all-or-nothing trap. Perfect for moms looking for realistic and compassionate approaches to health and fitness.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Announcement
00:51 Athena's Journey into Fitness and Nutrition
04:22 Balancing Fitness with Motherhood
06:42 Overcoming the All or Nothing Trap
10:17 Realistic Fitness Strategies for Moms
23:13 Customizable Fitness Plans
28:37 Mindset Shifts and Client Success Stories
35:15 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Realistic Fitness and Nutrition for Busy Moms ft. Athena Concannon | Toddler Toolkit Podcast

Most moms don’t fail because they lack willpower—they’re stuck in fitness myths that don’t work. In this episode, Athena Concannon reveals the truth that actually helps busy moms see real results without extremes.

Connect with Athena HERE:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athenaconcannon/


Website: https://www.achievewithathena.com/

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I’m so honored to be a speaker in the Happily Family Online Conference (Oct 9–13) alongside Dr. Daniel Siegel! My favorite author in the parenting education and neuroscience space. 💛
-A lot of different people come to the Happily Family Conference… foster and adoptive parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, teachers, therapists, and coaches. If you live with kids or work with them, then this conference is for YOU. People attend from all over the globe.
-More than 100,000 families are already joining in. Together, we’ll hear from 25+ parenting experts sharing practical tools for real family life…the messy, imperfect, beautiful kind.
👉 Save your free spot and get your FREE TICKET HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!

Join us on today's episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast as we welcome Athena Concannon, a certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and creator of the Balanced Body Project.

 Athena shares her journey from fitness enthusiast to helping busy women, especially moms, achieve their fitness goals without the extremes.

 Learn about her practical strategies, the importance of balance, and how to prioritize self-care in the chaos of motherhood. Athena also talks about the impact of mindset shifts and how to avoid the common all-or-nothing trap. Perfect for moms looking for realistic and compassionate approaches to health and fitness.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Announcement
00:51 Athena's Journey into Fitness and Nutrition
04:22 Balancing Fitness with Motherhood
06:42 Overcoming the All or Nothing Trap
10:17 Realistic Fitness Strategies for Moms
23:13 Customizable Fitness Plans
28:37 Mindset Shifts and Client Success Stories
35:15 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 29 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2253 Realistic Fitness and Nutrition for Busy Moms ft. Athena Concannon | Toddler Toolkit Podcast

Most moms don’t fail because they lack willpower—they’re stuck in fitness myths that don’t work. In this episode, Athena Concannon reveals the truth that actually helps busy moms see real results without extremes.

Connect with Athena HERE:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athenaconcannon/


Website: https://www.achievewithathena.com/

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I’m so honored to be a speaker in the Happily Family Online Conference (Oct 9–13) alongside Dr. Daniel Siegel! My favorite author in the parenting education and neuroscience space. 💛
-A lot of different people come to the Happily Family Conference… foster and adoptive parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, teachers, therapists, and coaches. If you live with kids or work with them, then this conference is for YOU. People attend from all over the globe.
-More than 100,000 families are already joining in. Together, we’ll hear from 25+ parenting experts sharing practical tools for real family life…the messy, imperfect, beautiful kind.
👉 Save your free spot and get your FREE TICKET HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!

Join us on today's episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast as we welcome Athena Concannon, a certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and creator of the Balanced Body Project.

 Athena shares her journey from fitness enthusiast to helping busy women, especially moms, achieve their fitness goals without the extremes.

 Learn about her practical strategies, the importance of balance, and how to prioritize self-care in the chaos of motherhood. Athena also talks about the impact of mindset shifts and how to avoid the common all-or-nothing trap. Perfect for moms looking for realistic and compassionate approaches to health and fitness.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Announcement
00:51 Athena's Journey into Fitness and Nutrition
04:22 Balancing Fitness with Motherhood
06:42 Overcoming the All or Nothing Trap
10:17 Realistic Fitness Strategies for Moms
23:13 Customizable Fitness Plans
28:37 Mindset Shifts and Client Success Stories
35:15 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Why ‘Calm Down’ Backfires & What to Say Instead During Meltdowns 92 92 Why ‘Calm Down’ Backfires & What to Say Instead During Meltdowns full 9909ee61-2d57-4950-88b9-9824de19ebae https://share.transistor.fm/s/8100e838 In this episode of Toddler Toolkit, we explore the difference between control language and connection language when dealing with toddler meltdowns.

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!

Learn why phrases like 'calm down' and 'stop crying' often backfire, and discover 12 effective swaps to help support your child's emotional regulation. We also discuss the importance of intention and body language in parenting.

Plus, hear about the upcoming Happy Family Online Conference in October 2025 and get tips on how to navigate meltdowns even when you're burned out.

00:00 Introduction: From Control to Connection
01:35 Understanding Control Language
02:44 The Importance of Connection Language
04:42 12 Helpful Swaps from Control to Connection
10:18 Real-Life Examples and Final Thoughts
12:25 Upcoming Events and Conclusion

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> In this episode of Toddler Toolkit, we explore the difference between control language and connection language when dealing with toddler meltdowns.

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!

Learn why phrases like 'calm down' and 'stop crying' often backfire, and discover 12 effective swaps to help support your child's emotional regulation. We also discuss the importance of intention and body language in parenting.

Plus, hear about the upcoming Happy Family Online Conference in October 2025 and get tips on how to navigate meltdowns even when you're burned out.

00:00 Introduction: From Control to Connection
01:35 Understanding Control Language
02:44 The Importance of Connection Language
04:42 12 Helpful Swaps from Control to Connection
10:18 Real-Life Examples and Final Thoughts
12:25 Upcoming Events and Conclusion

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 22 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 853 In this episode of Toddler Toolkit, we explore the difference between control language and connection language when dealing with toddler meltdowns.

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!

Learn why phrases like 'calm down' and 'stop crying' often backfire, and discover 12 effective swaps to help support your child's emotional regulation. We also discuss the importance of intention and body language in parenting.

Plus, hear about the upcoming Happy Family Online Conference in October 2025 and get tips on how to navigate meltdowns even when you're burned out.

00:00 Introduction: From Control to Connection
01:35 Understanding Control Language
02:44 The Importance of Connection Language
04:42 12 Helpful Swaps from Control to Connection
10:18 Real-Life Examples and Final Thoughts
12:25 Upcoming Events and Conclusion

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No From Tantrums to ‘I’m Sorry’: Emotional Milestones Every Parent Should Know 91 91 From Tantrums to ‘I’m Sorry’: Emotional Milestones Every Parent Should Know full 63ae18fa-261c-400e-83a7-faeab1544fd7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/84d39d27 From Tantrums to ‘I’m Sorry’: Emotional Milestones Every Parent Should Know

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!

Episode Mentions:

3 Phrases That Calm Toddler Meltdowns Over Mistakes

What You Do in Your Child’s 'Big Emotional Moments' Changes Everything


Today's Episode:
Parents love celebrating first steps and words, but what about emotional milestones?

In this episode of Toddler Toolkit, we'll talk about key emotional milestones like empathy, self-calming, and remorse.

Join us as we share practical tips and real-life stories, including an embarrassing but insightful incident at Chick-fil-A, to help you recognize and celebrate your child's emotional growth.

Learn how to notice and name these important skills and how to support your toddler’s emotional development. Plus, hear about special announcements including upcoming conferences and our second anniversary celebration!

00:00 Introduction to Emotional Milestones
01:06 The Indoor Play Place Incident
04:35 Key Emotional Milestones
07:29 7 Notice and Name Scripts
09:40 Understanding Delayed Processing
11:21 Regret vs. Remorse
13:06 Supporting Emotional Growth
14:46 Announcements and Upcoming Events

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> From Tantrums to ‘I’m Sorry’: Emotional Milestones Every Parent Should Know

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!

Episode Mentions:

3 Phrases That Calm Toddler Meltdowns Over Mistakes

What You Do in Your Child’s 'Big Emotional Moments' Changes Everything


Today's Episode:
Parents love celebrating first steps and words, but what about emotional milestones?

In this episode of Toddler Toolkit, we'll talk about key emotional milestones like empathy, self-calming, and remorse.

Join us as we share practical tips and real-life stories, including an embarrassing but insightful incident at Chick-fil-A, to help you recognize and celebrate your child's emotional growth.

Learn how to notice and name these important skills and how to support your toddler’s emotional development. Plus, hear about special announcements including upcoming conferences and our second anniversary celebration!

00:00 Introduction to Emotional Milestones
01:06 The Indoor Play Place Incident
04:35 Key Emotional Milestones
07:29 7 Notice and Name Scripts
09:40 Understanding Delayed Processing
11:21 Regret vs. Remorse
13:06 Supporting Emotional Growth
14:46 Announcements and Upcoming Events

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> Mon, 15 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1083 From Tantrums to ‘I’m Sorry’: Emotional Milestones Every Parent Should Know

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Watch us Chat for the Podcast Interviews with YouTube Video HERE!

Episode Mentions:

3 Phrases That Calm Toddler Meltdowns Over Mistakes

What You Do in Your Child’s 'Big Emotional Moments' Changes Everything


Today's Episode:
Parents love celebrating first steps and words, but what about emotional milestones?

In this episode of Toddler Toolkit, we'll talk about key emotional milestones like empathy, self-calming, and remorse.

Join us as we share practical tips and real-life stories, including an embarrassing but insightful incident at Chick-fil-A, to help you recognize and celebrate your child's emotional growth.

Learn how to notice and name these important skills and how to support your toddler’s emotional development. Plus, hear about special announcements including upcoming conferences and our second anniversary celebration!

00:00 Introduction to Emotional Milestones
01:06 The Indoor Play Place Incident
04:35 Key Emotional Milestones
07:29 7 Notice and Name Scripts
09:40 Understanding Delayed Processing
11:21 Regret vs. Remorse
13:06 Supporting Emotional Growth
14:46 Announcements and Upcoming Events

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> No 3 Phrases That Calm Toddler Meltdowns Over Mistakes 90 90 3 Phrases That Calm Toddler Meltdowns Over Mistakes full 30777840-df5d-4aed-8231-bedf68fb74a7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c1915322 3 Phrases That Calm Toddler Meltdowns Over Mistakes

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!


In this episode, Heather shares personal stories and practical tips for parents to help their toddlers build resilience. Through reassurance and a growth mindset, toddlers can overcome frustration and perfectionism.

The episode includes specific scripts for parents to use, discusses common toddler struggles, and emphasizes the importance of validating emotions and encouraging retrying. Listeners will learn how early intervention can have a long-lasting positive impact on their child's development. The episode concludes with an invitation to explore further resources and celebrate the podcast's achievements over its two-year journey.

00:00 Welcome to the Podcast
00:02 Understanding Toddler Meltdowns
01:26 The Remote Truck Struggle
03:36 Teaching Moments from Accidents
06:28 Validating and Reassuring Your Child
09:29 Common Toddler Perfectionism Triggers
12:17 Building Resilience for Life
13:01 Exciting Announcements and Final Thoughts

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> 3 Phrases That Calm Toddler Meltdowns Over Mistakes

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!


In this episode, Heather shares personal stories and practical tips for parents to help their toddlers build resilience. Through reassurance and a growth mindset, toddlers can overcome frustration and perfectionism.

The episode includes specific scripts for parents to use, discusses common toddler struggles, and emphasizes the importance of validating emotions and encouraging retrying. Listeners will learn how early intervention can have a long-lasting positive impact on their child's development. The episode concludes with an invitation to explore further resources and celebrate the podcast's achievements over its two-year journey.

00:00 Welcome to the Podcast
00:02 Understanding Toddler Meltdowns
01:26 The Remote Truck Struggle
03:36 Teaching Moments from Accidents
06:28 Validating and Reassuring Your Child
09:29 Common Toddler Perfectionism Triggers
12:17 Building Resilience for Life
13:01 Exciting Announcements and Final Thoughts

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 08 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 923 3 Phrases That Calm Toddler Meltdowns Over Mistakes

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!


In this episode, Heather shares personal stories and practical tips for parents to help their toddlers build resilience. Through reassurance and a growth mindset, toddlers can overcome frustration and perfectionism.

The episode includes specific scripts for parents to use, discusses common toddler struggles, and emphasizes the importance of validating emotions and encouraging retrying. Listeners will learn how early intervention can have a long-lasting positive impact on their child's development. The episode concludes with an invitation to explore further resources and celebrate the podcast's achievements over its two-year journey.

00:00 Welcome to the Podcast
00:02 Understanding Toddler Meltdowns
01:26 The Remote Truck Struggle
03:36 Teaching Moments from Accidents
06:28 Validating and Reassuring Your Child
09:29 Common Toddler Perfectionism Triggers
12:17 Building Resilience for Life
13:01 Exciting Announcements and Final Thoughts

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Why School Drop-Off Can Get Hard & What to Do About Late Separation Anxiety 89 89 Why School Drop-Off Can Get Hard & What to Do About Late Separation Anxiety full 8f4f1615-3292-4b98-bd6e-2b7a07bc7b23 https://share.transistor.fm/s/13bb5b42 Why School Drop-Off Can Get Hard & What to Do About Late Separation Anxiety

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, we discuss why separation anxiety can show up later than expected and offer creative strategies to ease drop-offs. Sharing personal experiences and practical tips like Jobs of Connection, you'll learn how to help your toddler feel more secure and connected during their transition to preschool or kindergarten. Tune in for helpful insights and support for handling these common challenges.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
01:10 Understanding Delayed Separation Anxiety
01:42 Real-Life Examples of Separation Anxiety
02:50 Why Separation Anxiety Happens
05:13 Creative Solutions for Drop-Off Challenges
05:39 Jobs of Connection: Practical Tips
10:32 Conclusion and Additional Resources

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Why School Drop-Off Can Get Hard & What to Do About Late Separation Anxiety

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, we discuss why separation anxiety can show up later than expected and offer creative strategies to ease drop-offs. Sharing personal experiences and practical tips like Jobs of Connection, you'll learn how to help your toddler feel more secure and connected during their transition to preschool or kindergarten. Tune in for helpful insights and support for handling these common challenges.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
01:10 Understanding Delayed Separation Anxiety
01:42 Real-Life Examples of Separation Anxiety
02:50 Why Separation Anxiety Happens
05:13 Creative Solutions for Drop-Off Challenges
05:39 Jobs of Connection: Practical Tips
10:32 Conclusion and Additional Resources

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 01 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 737 Why School Drop-Off Can Get Hard & What to Do About Late Separation Anxiety

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, we discuss why separation anxiety can show up later than expected and offer creative strategies to ease drop-offs. Sharing personal experiences and practical tips like Jobs of Connection, you'll learn how to help your toddler feel more secure and connected during their transition to preschool or kindergarten. Tune in for helpful insights and support for handling these common challenges.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
01:10 Understanding Delayed Separation Anxiety
01:42 Real-Life Examples of Separation Anxiety
02:50 Why Separation Anxiety Happens
05:13 Creative Solutions for Drop-Off Challenges
05:39 Jobs of Connection: Practical Tips
10:32 Conclusion and Additional Resources

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No The 4 Tantrum Styles: Which One Are You (and How to Handle Meltdowns Better) 88 88 The 4 Tantrum Styles: Which One Are You (and How to Handle Meltdowns Better) full 727e64ec-c817-4187-92e0-ecfd238f9416 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3b00f596 Understanding Your Toddler's Tantrums: Find Your Parenting Style

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

This episode was referenced for you to also listen to: 

What You Do in Your Child’s 'Big Emotional Moments' Changes Everything

Why Your Toddler Can’t Hear You in a Meltdown & What to Do Instead


Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit podcast! In this episode, we tackle toddler tantrums and the different styles parents use to handle them: the fixer, the shusher, the avoider, and the controller. We discuss why these behaviors happen, what might be missing in each approach, and introduce the balanced parent style for a healthier way to manage meltdowns. We'll also reflect on how our own upbringing influences our reactions and offer insights to help you become more intentional and self-aware in your parenting. Don't forget to grab the free guide 'Seven Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast' from the show notes.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:22 Understanding Tantrum Styles
04:02 The Fixer Tantrum Style
07:45 The Shusher Tantrum Style
13:01 The Avoider Tantrum Style
15:13 The Controller Tantrum Style
18:01 Becoming a Balanced Parent
22:26 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Understanding Your Toddler's Tantrums: Find Your Parenting Style

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

This episode was referenced for you to also listen to: 

What You Do in Your Child’s 'Big Emotional Moments' Changes Everything

Why Your Toddler Can’t Hear You in a Meltdown & What to Do Instead


Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit podcast! In this episode, we tackle toddler tantrums and the different styles parents use to handle them: the fixer, the shusher, the avoider, and the controller. We discuss why these behaviors happen, what might be missing in each approach, and introduce the balanced parent style for a healthier way to manage meltdowns. We'll also reflect on how our own upbringing influences our reactions and offer insights to help you become more intentional and self-aware in your parenting. Don't forget to grab the free guide 'Seven Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast' from the show notes.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:22 Understanding Tantrum Styles
04:02 The Fixer Tantrum Style
07:45 The Shusher Tantrum Style
13:01 The Avoider Tantrum Style
15:13 The Controller Tantrum Style
18:01 Becoming a Balanced Parent
22:26 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 25 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1537 Understanding Your Toddler's Tantrums: Find Your Parenting Style

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

This episode was referenced for you to also listen to: 

What You Do in Your Child’s 'Big Emotional Moments' Changes Everything

Why Your Toddler Can’t Hear You in a Meltdown & What to Do Instead


Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit podcast! In this episode, we tackle toddler tantrums and the different styles parents use to handle them: the fixer, the shusher, the avoider, and the controller. We discuss why these behaviors happen, what might be missing in each approach, and introduce the balanced parent style for a healthier way to manage meltdowns. We'll also reflect on how our own upbringing influences our reactions and offer insights to help you become more intentional and self-aware in your parenting. Don't forget to grab the free guide 'Seven Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast' from the show notes.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:22 Understanding Tantrum Styles
04:02 The Fixer Tantrum Style
07:45 The Shusher Tantrum Style
13:01 The Avoider Tantrum Style
15:13 The Controller Tantrum Style
18:01 Becoming a Balanced Parent
22:26 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Why Your Toddler Can’t Hear You in a Meltdown & What to Do Instead 87 87 Why Your Toddler Can’t Hear You in a Meltdown & What to Do Instead full b4f99a3b-d389-4013-b1e1-84f8b65c0da0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bff562f6 Why Your Toddler Can’t Hear You in a Meltdown & What to Do Instead

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

This episode was referenced for you to also listen to: 

What You Do in Your Child’s 'Big Emotional Moments' Changes Everything

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, we dive into the power of holding space for your toddler's big emotions without trying to fix or debate them. Learn three core practices: holding space, matching and leading the energy down, and repairing over perfection. Discover practical steps to calm your child's nervous system, turning meltdowns into teachable moments. Get insights on how to use your presence, body language, and tone to create safety and connection. Plus, hear a real-life story about handling playground dynamics effectively. For more resources, check out the free guide on solving toddler struggles in the show notes.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:03 Understanding the Power of Holding Space
00:52 Mindset Shift: You Don't Have to Fix Every Meltdown
01:50 Core Practice 1: Holding Space
05:32 Core Practice 2: Match, Then Lead the Energy Down
06:45 Core Practice 3: Repair Beats Perfection
08:15 Real-Life Example: Holding Space at the Park
12:22 Five Lessons from the Story
15:47 Final Thoughts and Resources

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> Why Your Toddler Can’t Hear You in a Meltdown & What to Do Instead

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

This episode was referenced for you to also listen to: 

What You Do in Your Child’s 'Big Emotional Moments' Changes Everything

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, we dive into the power of holding space for your toddler's big emotions without trying to fix or debate them. Learn three core practices: holding space, matching and leading the energy down, and repairing over perfection. Discover practical steps to calm your child's nervous system, turning meltdowns into teachable moments. Get insights on how to use your presence, body language, and tone to create safety and connection. Plus, hear a real-life story about handling playground dynamics effectively. For more resources, check out the free guide on solving toddler struggles in the show notes.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:03 Understanding the Power of Holding Space
00:52 Mindset Shift: You Don't Have to Fix Every Meltdown
01:50 Core Practice 1: Holding Space
05:32 Core Practice 2: Match, Then Lead the Energy Down
06:45 Core Practice 3: Repair Beats Perfection
08:15 Real-Life Example: Holding Space at the Park
12:22 Five Lessons from the Story
15:47 Final Thoughts and Resources

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> Mon, 18 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1092 Why Your Toddler Can’t Hear You in a Meltdown & What to Do Instead

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

This episode was referenced for you to also listen to: 

What You Do in Your Child’s 'Big Emotional Moments' Changes Everything

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, we dive into the power of holding space for your toddler's big emotions without trying to fix or debate them. Learn three core practices: holding space, matching and leading the energy down, and repairing over perfection. Discover practical steps to calm your child's nervous system, turning meltdowns into teachable moments. Get insights on how to use your presence, body language, and tone to create safety and connection. Plus, hear a real-life story about handling playground dynamics effectively. For more resources, check out the free guide on solving toddler struggles in the show notes.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:03 Understanding the Power of Holding Space
00:52 Mindset Shift: You Don't Have to Fix Every Meltdown
01:50 Core Practice 1: Holding Space
05:32 Core Practice 2: Match, Then Lead the Energy Down
06:45 Core Practice 3: Repair Beats Perfection
08:15 Real-Life Example: Holding Space at the Park
12:22 Five Lessons from the Story
15:47 Final Thoughts and Resources

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> No Bribes vs. Earning: Get Your Toddler to Cooperate Without Candy 86 86 Bribes vs. Earning: Get Your Toddler to Cooperate Without Candy full 7a83163e-c513-43f0-8eb8-2fe5d4f6e934 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8e4e757d Bribes vs. Earning: Effective Toddler Parenting Strategies


"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Listen to this episode that pairs with this one, 

Get Your Toddler to Cooperate Without Bribes or Threats


In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, we explore the critical difference between bribing and helping toddlers work towards something.
 
The podcast covers why this distinction matters, real-life examples, and effective strategies to foster intrinsic motivation in children. We also discuss why bribes often backfire, the hierarchy of motivation, and provide practical tips from the host's background as a special education teacher and toddler parenting coach.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
01:13 Understanding Bribes vs. Earning Rewards
03:01 Examples and Real-Life Analogies
05:42 Proactive Strategies and Habit Building
16:31 Hierarchy of Motivation
19:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Bribes vs. Earning: Effective Toddler Parenting Strategies


"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Listen to this episode that pairs with this one, 

Get Your Toddler to Cooperate Without Bribes or Threats


In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, we explore the critical difference between bribing and helping toddlers work towards something.
 
The podcast covers why this distinction matters, real-life examples, and effective strategies to foster intrinsic motivation in children. We also discuss why bribes often backfire, the hierarchy of motivation, and provide practical tips from the host's background as a special education teacher and toddler parenting coach.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
01:13 Understanding Bribes vs. Earning Rewards
03:01 Examples and Real-Life Analogies
05:42 Proactive Strategies and Habit Building
16:31 Hierarchy of Motivation
19:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 11 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1351 Bribes vs. Earning: Effective Toddler Parenting Strategies


"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Listen to this episode that pairs with this one, 

Get Your Toddler to Cooperate Without Bribes or Threats


In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, we explore the critical difference between bribing and helping toddlers work towards something.
 
The podcast covers why this distinction matters, real-life examples, and effective strategies to foster intrinsic motivation in children. We also discuss why bribes often backfire, the hierarchy of motivation, and provide practical tips from the host's background as a special education teacher and toddler parenting coach.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
01:13 Understanding Bribes vs. Earning Rewards
03:01 Examples and Real-Life Analogies
05:42 Proactive Strategies and Habit Building
16:31 Hierarchy of Motivation
19:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Why Your Toddler Isn’t Talking More & What You Can Do About It w/ Paige O'Dwyer 85 85 Why Your Toddler Isn’t Talking More & What You Can Do About It w/ Paige O'Dwyer full 3733845b-f081-4d36-9790-4da4c889a9b6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/79f05a90 Why Your Toddler Isn’t Talking More & What You Can Do About It w/ Paige O'Dwyer

In this episode of Toddler Toolkit, Heather chats with Paige O'Dwyer, a speech language pathologist and the founder of Talk First Words.

Paige shares her journey into the field and how her platform helps parents empower their late talkers. With insights into how parents can turn daily routines into language-building opportunities, she explains the benefits of a parent coaching model over traditional speech therapy.

Paige also touches on the importance of early intervention and offers practical, easy-to-implement tips for nurturing communication skills in toddlers. Don't miss out on her valuable advice and resources!

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:02 Meet Paige O'Dwyer: Speech Language Pathologist and Founder of Talk First Words
00:39 Paige's Journey into Speech and Language Development
01:25 The Birth of Talk First Words
02:10 Challenges and Innovations in Speech Therapy
04:11 Inclusive Play School: Partners in Play
06:05 Motherhood and Its Impact on Paige's Work
07:53 Common Mistakes Parents Make in Speech Development
14:32 The Power of Parent Coaching
19:25 Balancing Speech Therapy with Everyday Life
24:09 Final Thoughts and Encouragement for Parents
28:08 Where to Find More Resources and Connect with Paige

Connect with Page, send her the word "toolkit" on Instagram for her special toddler toolkit bundle for our listeners.
➤ Instagram: @talkfirstwords
 ➤ Website: www.talkfirstwords.com

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Why Your Toddler Isn’t Talking More & What You Can Do About It w/ Paige O'Dwyer

In this episode of Toddler Toolkit, Heather chats with Paige O'Dwyer, a speech language pathologist and the founder of Talk First Words.

Paige shares her journey into the field and how her platform helps parents empower their late talkers. With insights into how parents can turn daily routines into language-building opportunities, she explains the benefits of a parent coaching model over traditional speech therapy.

Paige also touches on the importance of early intervention and offers practical, easy-to-implement tips for nurturing communication skills in toddlers. Don't miss out on her valuable advice and resources!

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:02 Meet Paige O'Dwyer: Speech Language Pathologist and Founder of Talk First Words
00:39 Paige's Journey into Speech and Language Development
01:25 The Birth of Talk First Words
02:10 Challenges and Innovations in Speech Therapy
04:11 Inclusive Play School: Partners in Play
06:05 Motherhood and Its Impact on Paige's Work
07:53 Common Mistakes Parents Make in Speech Development
14:32 The Power of Parent Coaching
19:25 Balancing Speech Therapy with Everyday Life
24:09 Final Thoughts and Encouragement for Parents
28:08 Where to Find More Resources and Connect with Paige

Connect with Page, send her the word "toolkit" on Instagram for her special toddler toolkit bundle for our listeners.
➤ Instagram: @talkfirstwords
 ➤ Website: www.talkfirstwords.com

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 04 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1993 Why Your Toddler Isn’t Talking More & What You Can Do About It w/ Paige O'Dwyer

In this episode of Toddler Toolkit, Heather chats with Paige O'Dwyer, a speech language pathologist and the founder of Talk First Words.

Paige shares her journey into the field and how her platform helps parents empower their late talkers. With insights into how parents can turn daily routines into language-building opportunities, she explains the benefits of a parent coaching model over traditional speech therapy.

Paige also touches on the importance of early intervention and offers practical, easy-to-implement tips for nurturing communication skills in toddlers. Don't miss out on her valuable advice and resources!

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:02 Meet Paige O'Dwyer: Speech Language Pathologist and Founder of Talk First Words
00:39 Paige's Journey into Speech and Language Development
01:25 The Birth of Talk First Words
02:10 Challenges and Innovations in Speech Therapy
04:11 Inclusive Play School: Partners in Play
06:05 Motherhood and Its Impact on Paige's Work
07:53 Common Mistakes Parents Make in Speech Development
14:32 The Power of Parent Coaching
19:25 Balancing Speech Therapy with Everyday Life
24:09 Final Thoughts and Encouragement for Parents
28:08 Where to Find More Resources and Connect with Paige

Connect with Page, send her the word "toolkit" on Instagram for her special toddler toolkit bundle for our listeners.
➤ Instagram: @talkfirstwords
 ➤ Website: www.talkfirstwords.com

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Get Your Toddler to Cooperate Without Bribes or Threats 84 84 Get Your Toddler to Cooperate Without Bribes or Threats full b7e1107f-29d5-4ba5-b580-107cf15cce97 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ec3617b8 How to Get Your Toddler to Cooperate Without Bribes or Threats!

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit podcast! In this episode, we explore how to get your toddler to cooperate without using bribes or threats. 

Learn practical strategies for setting clear expectations and creating cooperation before conflict ever starts. I'll share my personal experiences with my own toddler twins, especially in challenging situations like grocery store visits. We'll discuss the common pitfalls of relying on consequences, threats, and bribes, and why being proactive is the game-changer. Don't forget to check out the link in the show notes for more tools and strategies!

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:37 The Power of Setting Clear Expectations
01:52 Reality Check: The Role of Consequences
03:00 Proactive Strategies in Action
04:17 Grocery Store Example: Setting Expectations
09:52 The Importance of Clarity and Roles
10:57 Contrasting Threats and Bribes
12:21 Real-Life Analogies: Why Bribes and Threats Fail
16:08 Building Habits and Skills Over Time
19:04 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> How to Get Your Toddler to Cooperate Without Bribes or Threats!

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit podcast! In this episode, we explore how to get your toddler to cooperate without using bribes or threats. 

Learn practical strategies for setting clear expectations and creating cooperation before conflict ever starts. I'll share my personal experiences with my own toddler twins, especially in challenging situations like grocery store visits. We'll discuss the common pitfalls of relying on consequences, threats, and bribes, and why being proactive is the game-changer. Don't forget to check out the link in the show notes for more tools and strategies!

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:37 The Power of Setting Clear Expectations
01:52 Reality Check: The Role of Consequences
03:00 Proactive Strategies in Action
04:17 Grocery Store Example: Setting Expectations
09:52 The Importance of Clarity and Roles
10:57 Contrasting Threats and Bribes
12:21 Real-Life Analogies: Why Bribes and Threats Fail
16:08 Building Habits and Skills Over Time
19:04 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Wed, 30 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1340 How to Get Your Toddler to Cooperate Without Bribes or Threats!

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit podcast! In this episode, we explore how to get your toddler to cooperate without using bribes or threats. 

Learn practical strategies for setting clear expectations and creating cooperation before conflict ever starts. I'll share my personal experiences with my own toddler twins, especially in challenging situations like grocery store visits. We'll discuss the common pitfalls of relying on consequences, threats, and bribes, and why being proactive is the game-changer. Don't forget to check out the link in the show notes for more tools and strategies!

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:37 The Power of Setting Clear Expectations
01:52 Reality Check: The Role of Consequences
03:00 Proactive Strategies in Action
04:17 Grocery Store Example: Setting Expectations
09:52 The Importance of Clarity and Roles
10:57 Contrasting Threats and Bribes
12:21 Real-Life Analogies: Why Bribes and Threats Fail
16:08 Building Habits and Skills Over Time
19:04 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Toddler Toolkit: Best Episodes, Game-Changing Advice & Mic-Drop Moments 83 83 Toddler Toolkit: Best Episodes, Game-Changing Advice & Mic-Drop Moments full 7b8d21ad-f00d-4b93-a696-bf1bda732ab7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/88169ff0 Celebrating 10k Downloads on Toddler Toolkit: Top Episodes, Advice and Mic Drop Moments!

Welcome to a special celebration episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast! We've hit 10,000 downloads and we're diving into the most downloaded episodes of all time to help you navigate toddlerhood.
 
✨Join the Toddler Mom Community, and Share your Toddler Wins and Struggles!
✨Read the blog and get Notes from the Show!


 We'll also share the top six mic drop moments from our guests, filled with humor and insights to make your parenting journey smoother. Shout outs to our top listener locations and heartfelt thanks to our amazing listeners. Join us for this special milestone and get ready for some great takeaways!

Top Episodes: 🎧 Top Toddler Toolkit Episodes (Most Downloaded of All Time)-Click the Links to Listen!

1. Handling the "No" Phase: How to Get Your Toddler to Listen Without a Battle
Do you feel like you're going to lose your cool if you hear your toddler shout, "NO!" one more time? Here's how to navigate the resistance phase without constant battles.

2. Navigating Meltdowns: When Toddlers Don’t Get What They Want
Why do toddlers melt down even after getting what they asked for—or flip-flop between yes and no? This episode breaks down their brain wiring and how to guide them through it.

3. Toddlerhood: Navigating 18 Months to 2 ½ Years
A big-picture look at what’s happening developmentally and emotionally during this stage—plus how to respond in ways that support growth and reduce chaos.

4. 5 Common Pitfalls of Toddler Boundaries and How to Avoid Them
Boundaries are helpful—but not magic. Learn the common ways they backfire and what to do instead to see real behavior change.

The Insightful and FUNNY Mic Drop Moments:
💬 “Your body deserves healing, not just surviving.”
– Clare Samol & Heather Thompson, Healing Your Body After Baby

💬 “You are not failing. You’re in the messy middle of figuring out what works for your family.”
– Taylor Greenberg, From Books to Breakthroughs: The Parenting Advice That Changed My Life

💬 “Feeding isn’t just about the bottle or breast—it’s about identity, overwhelm, and feeling seen as a mother.”
– Roxie Alsruhe, Breast Milk, Bottles & Burnout: Surviving Baby Feeding Overwhelm


The Most Memorable and Insightful Mic Drop Moments:

💬 “Sleep battles are rarely about sleep—they’re about trust and transitions.”
– Jensine Casey, My Toddler Isn’t Napping and Not Comfortable Being Alone to Fall Asleep


💬 “Play tells us everything. If a child is throwing, lining up, or crashing toys—there’s always a story behind it.”
– Ruth Vercoe, From Throwing to Lining Up: What Your Child’s Play Is Really Telling You


💬 “Rest isn’t the absence of noise—it’s the presence of safety.”
– Jonathan Martinez, End Bedtime Battles: One Shift to Reclaim Your Evenings



00:00 Welcome to the Celebration Episode!
00:48 Reflecting on the Podcast's Growth
01:49 Top Cities and Countries Tuning In
02:43 Most Downloaded Episodes Revealed
02:55 Handling the No Phase
03:46 Navigating Toddler Meltdowns
04:40 Toddlerhood: 18 Months to 2.5 Years
06:02 Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Toddler Boundaries
07:30 Top Mic Drop Moments: Humor and Insights
21:07 Final Thoughts and Encouragement


"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Celebrating 10k Downloads on Toddler Toolkit: Top Episodes, Advice and Mic Drop Moments!

Welcome to a special celebration episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast! We've hit 10,000 downloads and we're diving into the most downloaded episodes of all time to help you navigate toddlerhood.
 
✨Join the Toddler Mom Community, and Share your Toddler Wins and Struggles!
✨Read the blog and get Notes from the Show!


 We'll also share the top six mic drop moments from our guests, filled with humor and insights to make your parenting journey smoother. Shout outs to our top listener locations and heartfelt thanks to our amazing listeners. Join us for this special milestone and get ready for some great takeaways!

Top Episodes: 🎧 Top Toddler Toolkit Episodes (Most Downloaded of All Time)-Click the Links to Listen!

1. Handling the "No" Phase: How to Get Your Toddler to Listen Without a Battle
Do you feel like you're going to lose your cool if you hear your toddler shout, "NO!" one more time? Here's how to navigate the resistance phase without constant battles.

2. Navigating Meltdowns: When Toddlers Don’t Get What They Want
Why do toddlers melt down even after getting what they asked for—or flip-flop between yes and no? This episode breaks down their brain wiring and how to guide them through it.

3. Toddlerhood: Navigating 18 Months to 2 ½ Years
A big-picture look at what’s happening developmentally and emotionally during this stage—plus how to respond in ways that support growth and reduce chaos.

4. 5 Common Pitfalls of Toddler Boundaries and How to Avoid Them
Boundaries are helpful—but not magic. Learn the common ways they backfire and what to do instead to see real behavior change.

The Insightful and FUNNY Mic Drop Moments:
💬 “Your body deserves healing, not just surviving.”
– Clare Samol & Heather Thompson, Healing Your Body After Baby

💬 “You are not failing. You’re in the messy middle of figuring out what works for your family.”
– Taylor Greenberg, From Books to Breakthroughs: The Parenting Advice That Changed My Life

💬 “Feeding isn’t just about the bottle or breast—it’s about identity, overwhelm, and feeling seen as a mother.”
– Roxie Alsruhe, Breast Milk, Bottles & Burnout: Surviving Baby Feeding Overwhelm


The Most Memorable and Insightful Mic Drop Moments:

💬 “Sleep battles are rarely about sleep—they’re about trust and transitions.”
– Jensine Casey, My Toddler Isn’t Napping and Not Comfortable Being Alone to Fall Asleep


💬 “Play tells us everything. If a child is throwing, lining up, or crashing toys—there’s always a story behind it.”
– Ruth Vercoe, From Throwing to Lining Up: What Your Child’s Play Is Really Telling You


💬 “Rest isn’t the absence of noise—it’s the presence of safety.”
– Jonathan Martinez, End Bedtime Battles: One Shift to Reclaim Your Evenings



00:00 Welcome to the Celebration Episode!
00:48 Reflecting on the Podcast's Growth
01:49 Top Cities and Countries Tuning In
02:43 Most Downloaded Episodes Revealed
02:55 Handling the No Phase
03:46 Navigating Toddler Meltdowns
04:40 Toddlerhood: 18 Months to 2.5 Years
06:02 Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Toddler Boundaries
07:30 Top Mic Drop Moments: Humor and Insights
21:07 Final Thoughts and Encouragement


"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 28 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1449 Celebrating 10k Downloads on Toddler Toolkit: Top Episodes, Advice and Mic Drop Moments!

Welcome to a special celebration episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast! We've hit 10,000 downloads and we're diving into the most downloaded episodes of all time to help you navigate toddlerhood.
 
✨Join the Toddler Mom Community, and Share your Toddler Wins and Struggles!
✨Read the blog and get Notes from the Show!


 We'll also share the top six mic drop moments from our guests, filled with humor and insights to make your parenting journey smoother. Shout outs to our top listener locations and heartfelt thanks to our amazing listeners. Join us for this special milestone and get ready for some great takeaways!

Top Episodes: 🎧 Top Toddler Toolkit Episodes (Most Downloaded of All Time)-Click the Links to Listen!

1. Handling the "No" Phase: How to Get Your Toddler to Listen Without a Battle
Do you feel like you're going to lose your cool if you hear your toddler shout, "NO!" one more time? Here's how to navigate the resistance phase without constant battles.

2. Navigating Meltdowns: When Toddlers Don’t Get What They Want
Why do toddlers melt down even after getting what they asked for—or flip-flop between yes and no? This episode breaks down their brain wiring and how to guide them through it.

3. Toddlerhood: Navigating 18 Months to 2 ½ Years
A big-picture look at what’s happening developmentally and emotionally during this stage—plus how to respond in ways that support growth and reduce chaos.

4. 5 Common Pitfalls of Toddler Boundaries and How to Avoid Them
Boundaries are helpful—but not magic. Learn the common ways they backfire and what to do instead to see real behavior change.

The Insightful and FUNNY Mic Drop Moments:
💬 “Your body deserves healing, not just surviving.”
– Clare Samol & Heather Thompson, Healing Your Body After Baby

💬 “You are not failing. You’re in the messy middle of figuring out what works for your family.”
– Taylor Greenberg, From Books to Breakthroughs: The Parenting Advice That Changed My Life

💬 “Feeding isn’t just about the bottle or breast—it’s about identity, overwhelm, and feeling seen as a mother.”
– Roxie Alsruhe, Breast Milk, Bottles & Burnout: Surviving Baby Feeding Overwhelm


The Most Memorable and Insightful Mic Drop Moments:

💬 “Sleep battles are rarely about sleep—they’re about trust and transitions.”
– Jensine Casey, My Toddler Isn’t Napping and Not Comfortable Being Alone to Fall Asleep


💬 “Play tells us everything. If a child is throwing, lining up, or crashing toys—there’s always a story behind it.”
– Ruth Vercoe, From Throwing to Lining Up: What Your Child’s Play Is Really Telling You


💬 “Rest isn’t the absence of noise—it’s the presence of safety.”
– Jonathan Martinez, End Bedtime Battles: One Shift to Reclaim Your Evenings



00:00 Welcome to the Celebration Episode!
00:48 Reflecting on the Podcast's Growth
01:49 Top Cities and Countries Tuning In
02:43 Most Downloaded Episodes Revealed
02:55 Handling the No Phase
03:46 Navigating Toddler Meltdowns
04:40 Toddlerhood: 18 Months to 2.5 Years
06:02 Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Toddler Boundaries
07:30 Top Mic Drop Moments: Humor and Insights
21:07 Final Thoughts and Encouragement


"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No 5 Strategies that are More Powerful than Time Out 82 82 5 Strategies that are More Powerful than Time Out full 9043f1ab-aa5c-415d-9cbe-85c8769d386a https://share.transistor.fm/s/c8cffbe5 5 Strategies that are more Powerful than Time Out

The Toddler Toolkit Podcast, is so close to 10k downloads, please help support the podcast by downloading a helpful episode or sharing the podcast with a friend or family member in need- so these free resources can reach & support more families.

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Join us on the Toddler Toolkit Podcast as we explore five powerful strategies to manage toddler behavior more effectively than traditional timeout. Discover the reasons why timeout can backfire and learn actionable techniques to address your child's needs, build essential skills, and foster a positive parent-child connection. This episode offers reflective questions for parents and practical advice on teaching and reinforcing the right behaviors. Tune in and gain valuable insights to navigate your parenting journey with confidence!

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
01:25 Why Timeout Often Fails
03:09 Reflective Questions for Parents
09:27 Five Strategies Better Than Timeout
15:18 Closing Thoughts and Additional Resources

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> 5 Strategies that are more Powerful than Time Out

The Toddler Toolkit Podcast, is so close to 10k downloads, please help support the podcast by downloading a helpful episode or sharing the podcast with a friend or family member in need- so these free resources can reach & support more families.

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Join us on the Toddler Toolkit Podcast as we explore five powerful strategies to manage toddler behavior more effectively than traditional timeout. Discover the reasons why timeout can backfire and learn actionable techniques to address your child's needs, build essential skills, and foster a positive parent-child connection. This episode offers reflective questions for parents and practical advice on teaching and reinforcing the right behaviors. Tune in and gain valuable insights to navigate your parenting journey with confidence!

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
01:25 Why Timeout Often Fails
03:09 Reflective Questions for Parents
09:27 Five Strategies Better Than Timeout
15:18 Closing Thoughts and Additional Resources

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> Wed, 23 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1007 5 Strategies that are more Powerful than Time Out

The Toddler Toolkit Podcast, is so close to 10k downloads, please help support the podcast by downloading a helpful episode or sharing the podcast with a friend or family member in need- so these free resources can reach & support more families.

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Join us on the Toddler Toolkit Podcast as we explore five powerful strategies to manage toddler behavior more effectively than traditional timeout. Discover the reasons why timeout can backfire and learn actionable techniques to address your child's needs, build essential skills, and foster a positive parent-child connection. This episode offers reflective questions for parents and practical advice on teaching and reinforcing the right behaviors. Tune in and gain valuable insights to navigate your parenting journey with confidence!

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
01:25 Why Timeout Often Fails
03:09 Reflective Questions for Parents
09:27 Five Strategies Better Than Timeout
15:18 Closing Thoughts and Additional Resources

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.


]]> No What “No!”, “Go Away!”, and Other Toddler Phrases Actually Mean 81 81 What “No!”, “Go Away!”, and Other Toddler Phrases Actually Mean full 01e5ffed-9cb7-48a5-bc9c-de9de8cd2fcf https://share.transistor.fm/s/6abfa3ef What “No!”, “Go Away!”, and Other Toddler Phrases Actually Mean

You wont want to miss out on my 'tug-of-war' metaphor that changes how you show up for your toddler during tough moments!

The Toddler Toolkit Podcast, is so close to 10k downloads, please help support the podcast by downloading a helpful episode or sharing the podcast with a friend or family member in need- so these free resources can reach & support more families.

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit Podcast! In this episode, we discuss the deeper meaning behind your toddler saying 'No' or 'Go away.' I share a personal update and emphasize the importance of support and community, revealing my journey as a bestselling co-author.

We explore how to interpret your child's challenging moments as a cry for safety and connection rather than rejection. Learn practical strategies to respond effectively, ensuring you maintain strong, supportive bonds with your little ones. Plus, discover useful phrases and tools to help both you and your toddler navigate big emotions. Stay tuned for insights that can transform your parenting approach and strengthen your relationship with your child.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:02 Personal Updates
01:46 Supporting the Podcast and Special Ask from Listeners
02:46 Understanding Toddler Rejection
05:14 Reframing Toddler Behavior
06:12 Why Toddlers Say 'Go Away' or 'No'
07:30 Interpreting Toddler Language
14:03 Responding to Toddler Outbursts
14:24 The Tug of War Metaphor
23:20 Long-Term Impact of Emotional Support
24:03 Conclusion and Resources

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> What “No!”, “Go Away!”, and Other Toddler Phrases Actually Mean

You wont want to miss out on my 'tug-of-war' metaphor that changes how you show up for your toddler during tough moments!

The Toddler Toolkit Podcast, is so close to 10k downloads, please help support the podcast by downloading a helpful episode or sharing the podcast with a friend or family member in need- so these free resources can reach & support more families.

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit Podcast! In this episode, we discuss the deeper meaning behind your toddler saying 'No' or 'Go away.' I share a personal update and emphasize the importance of support and community, revealing my journey as a bestselling co-author.

We explore how to interpret your child's challenging moments as a cry for safety and connection rather than rejection. Learn practical strategies to respond effectively, ensuring you maintain strong, supportive bonds with your little ones. Plus, discover useful phrases and tools to help both you and your toddler navigate big emotions. Stay tuned for insights that can transform your parenting approach and strengthen your relationship with your child.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:02 Personal Updates
01:46 Supporting the Podcast and Special Ask from Listeners
02:46 Understanding Toddler Rejection
05:14 Reframing Toddler Behavior
06:12 Why Toddlers Say 'Go Away' or 'No'
07:30 Interpreting Toddler Language
14:03 Responding to Toddler Outbursts
14:24 The Tug of War Metaphor
23:20 Long-Term Impact of Emotional Support
24:03 Conclusion and Resources

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 21 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1584 What “No!”, “Go Away!”, and Other Toddler Phrases Actually Mean

You wont want to miss out on my 'tug-of-war' metaphor that changes how you show up for your toddler during tough moments!

The Toddler Toolkit Podcast, is so close to 10k downloads, please help support the podcast by downloading a helpful episode or sharing the podcast with a friend or family member in need- so these free resources can reach & support more families.

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit Podcast! In this episode, we discuss the deeper meaning behind your toddler saying 'No' or 'Go away.' I share a personal update and emphasize the importance of support and community, revealing my journey as a bestselling co-author.

We explore how to interpret your child's challenging moments as a cry for safety and connection rather than rejection. Learn practical strategies to respond effectively, ensuring you maintain strong, supportive bonds with your little ones. Plus, discover useful phrases and tools to help both you and your toddler navigate big emotions. Stay tuned for insights that can transform your parenting approach and strengthen your relationship with your child.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:02 Personal Updates
01:46 Supporting the Podcast and Special Ask from Listeners
02:46 Understanding Toddler Rejection
05:14 Reframing Toddler Behavior
06:12 Why Toddlers Say 'Go Away' or 'No'
07:30 Interpreting Toddler Language
14:03 Responding to Toddler Outbursts
14:24 The Tug of War Metaphor
23:20 Long-Term Impact of Emotional Support
24:03 Conclusion and Resources

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No End Bedtime Battles: One Shift to Reclaim Your Evenings w/ Jonathan Martinez 80 80 End Bedtime Battles: One Shift to Reclaim Your Evenings w/ Jonathan Martinez full 35f37fe6-3dde-41c8-979d-a0bd18fc7470 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e6168045 In this heartwarming episode of The Toddler Toolkit, Heather sits down with Jonathan Martinez—dad of two, former special education teacher, registered nurse, and creator of Yawnimals, a soothing bedtime audiobook series helping families find calm at the end of the day.

🎧Listen to Yawnimals on Spotify

Jonathan shares how his unique path—from caring for patients on their hardest days to leading classrooms with compassion—inspired him to create stories that are more than bedtime entertainment. They’re a way for parents to be the emotional anchor, the steady mountain children can lean on.

Together, they explore why rest is about more than sleep, how setting clear expectations creates security, and why helping kids wind down isn’t a battle—it’s a bridge to connection. You’ll hear Jonathan’s perspective on bringing entrepreneurship into parenting, thinking creatively to serve others, and modeling resilience and presence for your kids.

Whether you’re struggling with bedtime meltdowns or simply want to make evenings more peaceful, this conversation will inspire you to approach bedtime as a time to connect, restore, and show up as your child’s safe place—even on the toughest days.

 Tune in to hear about his innovative bedtime strategies, his children's involvement in the project, and insights about maintaining compassion and regulation as both a parent and professional caregiver.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast

01:03 Meet Jonathan Martinez: A Multifaceted Journey

02:35 Lessons from Special Education

06:51 From Teaching to Nursing

08:09 The Birth of Yawn Animals

12:07 Creative Entrepreneurship with Kids

16:46 Bedtime Challenges and Solutions

22:35 The Power of Imagination in Children's Bedtime

23:51 Transitioning Through Toddler Years

25:01 Engaging Bedtime Routines

26:21 Parental Strategies for Bedtime

30:30 The Importance of Rest for Parents

36:58 Emotional Regulation and Compassion

40:44 New Projects and Social Media

45:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


Listen to Yawnimals:
Yawnimals on Spotify
Yawnimals on Hoopla
Yawnimals on Libby
Yawnimals on Audible
Yawnimals on Apple Books
Yawnimals on Amazon (Kindle Addition)

Follow Yawnimals on Social Media:
Instagram
Facebook
Youtube
TikTok
X

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> In this heartwarming episode of The Toddler Toolkit, Heather sits down with Jonathan Martinez—dad of two, former special education teacher, registered nurse, and creator of Yawnimals, a soothing bedtime audiobook series helping families find calm at the end of the day.

🎧Listen to Yawnimals on Spotify

Jonathan shares how his unique path—from caring for patients on their hardest days to leading classrooms with compassion—inspired him to create stories that are more than bedtime entertainment. They’re a way for parents to be the emotional anchor, the steady mountain children can lean on.

Together, they explore why rest is about more than sleep, how setting clear expectations creates security, and why helping kids wind down isn’t a battle—it’s a bridge to connection. You’ll hear Jonathan’s perspective on bringing entrepreneurship into parenting, thinking creatively to serve others, and modeling resilience and presence for your kids.

Whether you’re struggling with bedtime meltdowns or simply want to make evenings more peaceful, this conversation will inspire you to approach bedtime as a time to connect, restore, and show up as your child’s safe place—even on the toughest days.

 Tune in to hear about his innovative bedtime strategies, his children's involvement in the project, and insights about maintaining compassion and regulation as both a parent and professional caregiver.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast

01:03 Meet Jonathan Martinez: A Multifaceted Journey

02:35 Lessons from Special Education

06:51 From Teaching to Nursing

08:09 The Birth of Yawn Animals

12:07 Creative Entrepreneurship with Kids

16:46 Bedtime Challenges and Solutions

22:35 The Power of Imagination in Children's Bedtime

23:51 Transitioning Through Toddler Years

25:01 Engaging Bedtime Routines

26:21 Parental Strategies for Bedtime

30:30 The Importance of Rest for Parents

36:58 Emotional Regulation and Compassion

40:44 New Projects and Social Media

45:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


Listen to Yawnimals:
Yawnimals on Spotify
Yawnimals on Hoopla
Yawnimals on Libby
Yawnimals on Audible
Yawnimals on Apple Books
Yawnimals on Amazon (Kindle Addition)

Follow Yawnimals on Social Media:
Instagram
Facebook
Youtube
TikTok
X

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2914 In this heartwarming episode of The Toddler Toolkit, Heather sits down with Jonathan Martinez—dad of two, former special education teacher, registered nurse, and creator of Yawnimals, a soothing bedtime audiobook series helping families find calm at the end of the day.

🎧Listen to Yawnimals on Spotify

Jonathan shares how his unique path—from caring for patients on their hardest days to leading classrooms with compassion—inspired him to create stories that are more than bedtime entertainment. They’re a way for parents to be the emotional anchor, the steady mountain children can lean on.

Together, they explore why rest is about more than sleep, how setting clear expectations creates security, and why helping kids wind down isn’t a battle—it’s a bridge to connection. You’ll hear Jonathan’s perspective on bringing entrepreneurship into parenting, thinking creatively to serve others, and modeling resilience and presence for your kids.

Whether you’re struggling with bedtime meltdowns or simply want to make evenings more peaceful, this conversation will inspire you to approach bedtime as a time to connect, restore, and show up as your child’s safe place—even on the toughest days.

 Tune in to hear about his innovative bedtime strategies, his children's involvement in the project, and insights about maintaining compassion and regulation as both a parent and professional caregiver.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit Podcast

01:03 Meet Jonathan Martinez: A Multifaceted Journey

02:35 Lessons from Special Education

06:51 From Teaching to Nursing

08:09 The Birth of Yawn Animals

12:07 Creative Entrepreneurship with Kids

16:46 Bedtime Challenges and Solutions

22:35 The Power of Imagination in Children's Bedtime

23:51 Transitioning Through Toddler Years

25:01 Engaging Bedtime Routines

26:21 Parental Strategies for Bedtime

30:30 The Importance of Rest for Parents

36:58 Emotional Regulation and Compassion

40:44 New Projects and Social Media

45:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


Listen to Yawnimals:
Yawnimals on Spotify
Yawnimals on Hoopla
Yawnimals on Libby
Yawnimals on Audible
Yawnimals on Apple Books
Yawnimals on Amazon (Kindle Addition)

Follow Yawnimals on Social Media:
Instagram
Facebook
Youtube
TikTok
X

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the #1 International Best Selling Book, The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course.  You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Navigating the Toddler Years: Ages 3-4 79 79 Navigating the Toddler Years: Ages 3-4 full 5513bfe6-dda9-4514-8eb8-b7928effffca https://share.transistor.fm/s/3fa55085 Navigating the Toddler Years: Ages 3-4

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!


Hey parents! Welcome to Toddler Toolkit. Struggling with your three to four-year-old's listening skills? You're not alone. In this episode, we share real parent struggles and provide insights to help you navigate these challenging years. From cognitive development to handling big emotions, we cover the key skills your toddler is building. Plus, check out our 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast guide for practical tips. Join us as we break down what's normal at this stage and how you can support your child's growth. Don't miss out on essential advice for this unpredictable but important time in your child's life.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit
00:58 Common Toddler Struggles
03:04 Understanding Toddler Development
03:40 Cognitive Development in Toddlers
06:41 Physical Development Milestones
07:28 Social and Emotional Growth
09:02 Managing Big Emotions
13:47 Common Challenges and Solutions
20:05 Final Thoughts and Resources

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Navigating the Toddler Years: Ages 3-4

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!


Hey parents! Welcome to Toddler Toolkit. Struggling with your three to four-year-old's listening skills? You're not alone. In this episode, we share real parent struggles and provide insights to help you navigate these challenging years. From cognitive development to handling big emotions, we cover the key skills your toddler is building. Plus, check out our 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast guide for practical tips. Join us as we break down what's normal at this stage and how you can support your child's growth. Don't miss out on essential advice for this unpredictable but important time in your child's life.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit
00:58 Common Toddler Struggles
03:04 Understanding Toddler Development
03:40 Cognitive Development in Toddlers
06:41 Physical Development Milestones
07:28 Social and Emotional Growth
09:02 Managing Big Emotions
13:47 Common Challenges and Solutions
20:05 Final Thoughts and Resources

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 14 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1380 Navigating the Toddler Years: Ages 3-4

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!


Hey parents! Welcome to Toddler Toolkit. Struggling with your three to four-year-old's listening skills? You're not alone. In this episode, we share real parent struggles and provide insights to help you navigate these challenging years. From cognitive development to handling big emotions, we cover the key skills your toddler is building. Plus, check out our 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast guide for practical tips. Join us as we break down what's normal at this stage and how you can support your child's growth. Don't miss out on essential advice for this unpredictable but important time in your child's life.

00:00 Welcome to Toddler Toolkit
00:58 Common Toddler Struggles
03:04 Understanding Toddler Development
03:40 Cognitive Development in Toddlers
06:41 Physical Development Milestones
07:28 Social and Emotional Growth
09:02 Managing Big Emotions
13:47 Common Challenges and Solutions
20:05 Final Thoughts and Resources

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No How to Stay Calm When Your Child Loses It 77 77 How to Stay Calm When Your Child Loses It full 4825402f-2caf-4882-8a84-ddefab75943a https://share.transistor.fm/s/b44edb2a How to Stay Calm When Your Child Loses It - Practical Tips for Parents

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

When your child is screaming, throwing toys, or melting down in public, it can feel impossible to stay calm. But what if you didn’t have to be the “perfect” parent to handle big emotions with steadiness?

In this episode, we’ll unpack what really makes it possible to keep your cool—even when you’re tired, overwhelmed, or triggered yourself. You’ll hear stories, fresh perspectives, and the mindset shifts that change everything in those heated moments.

If you’ve ever wondered how to be the calm anchor your child needs, this is for you.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:14 The Importance of Staying Calm
00:22 Personal Anecdote from The Voice
01:33 Understanding Calmness and Patience
02:20 Managing External Pressures
06:36 Defining Calmness
09:28 Reflecting on Personal Experiences
11:03 Proactive Parenting Strategies
11:43 Daily Habits for Calmness
12:09 The Power of Self-Reflection
14:36 Emotional Buttons and Childhood Experiences
18:11 Building Calmness as a Skill
25:14 The Role of Self-Compassion
29:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Study Citations:
Citation: Kross, E., & Ayduk, O. (2011). Making meaning out of negative experiences by self-distancing. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 20(3), 187–191.

Citation: Gross, J. J., & John, O. P. (2003). Individual differences in two emotion regulation processes: implications for affect, relationships, and well-being. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 85(2), 348–362.

Citation: Slade, A. (2005). Parental reflective functioning: An introduction. Attachment & Human Development, 7(3), 269–281.

Citation: Neff, K. D. (2003). Self-compassion: An alternative conceptualization of a healthy attitude toward oneself. Self and Identity, 2(2), 85–101.


------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> How to Stay Calm When Your Child Loses It - Practical Tips for Parents

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

When your child is screaming, throwing toys, or melting down in public, it can feel impossible to stay calm. But what if you didn’t have to be the “perfect” parent to handle big emotions with steadiness?

In this episode, we’ll unpack what really makes it possible to keep your cool—even when you’re tired, overwhelmed, or triggered yourself. You’ll hear stories, fresh perspectives, and the mindset shifts that change everything in those heated moments.

If you’ve ever wondered how to be the calm anchor your child needs, this is for you.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:14 The Importance of Staying Calm
00:22 Personal Anecdote from The Voice
01:33 Understanding Calmness and Patience
02:20 Managing External Pressures
06:36 Defining Calmness
09:28 Reflecting on Personal Experiences
11:03 Proactive Parenting Strategies
11:43 Daily Habits for Calmness
12:09 The Power of Self-Reflection
14:36 Emotional Buttons and Childhood Experiences
18:11 Building Calmness as a Skill
25:14 The Role of Self-Compassion
29:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Study Citations:
Citation: Kross, E., & Ayduk, O. (2011). Making meaning out of negative experiences by self-distancing. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 20(3), 187–191.

Citation: Gross, J. J., & John, O. P. (2003). Individual differences in two emotion regulation processes: implications for affect, relationships, and well-being. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 85(2), 348–362.

Citation: Slade, A. (2005). Parental reflective functioning: An introduction. Attachment & Human Development, 7(3), 269–281.

Citation: Neff, K. D. (2003). Self-compassion: An alternative conceptualization of a healthy attitude toward oneself. Self and Identity, 2(2), 85–101.


------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Wed, 09 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1879 How to Stay Calm When Your Child Loses It - Practical Tips for Parents

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

When your child is screaming, throwing toys, or melting down in public, it can feel impossible to stay calm. But what if you didn’t have to be the “perfect” parent to handle big emotions with steadiness?

In this episode, we’ll unpack what really makes it possible to keep your cool—even when you’re tired, overwhelmed, or triggered yourself. You’ll hear stories, fresh perspectives, and the mindset shifts that change everything in those heated moments.

If you’ve ever wondered how to be the calm anchor your child needs, this is for you.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:14 The Importance of Staying Calm
00:22 Personal Anecdote from The Voice
01:33 Understanding Calmness and Patience
02:20 Managing External Pressures
06:36 Defining Calmness
09:28 Reflecting on Personal Experiences
11:03 Proactive Parenting Strategies
11:43 Daily Habits for Calmness
12:09 The Power of Self-Reflection
14:36 Emotional Buttons and Childhood Experiences
18:11 Building Calmness as a Skill
25:14 The Role of Self-Compassion
29:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Study Citations:
Citation: Kross, E., & Ayduk, O. (2011). Making meaning out of negative experiences by self-distancing. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 20(3), 187–191.

Citation: Gross, J. J., & John, O. P. (2003). Individual differences in two emotion regulation processes: implications for affect, relationships, and well-being. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 85(2), 348–362.

Citation: Slade, A. (2005). Parental reflective functioning: An introduction. Attachment & Human Development, 7(3), 269–281.

Citation: Neff, K. D. (2003). Self-compassion: An alternative conceptualization of a healthy attitude toward oneself. Self and Identity, 2(2), 85–101.


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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Toddler Car Battles: Why They Happen and What Helps 78 78 Toddler Car Battles: Why They Happen and What Helps full 7a58ddf0-b583-4a93-a7dd-d4e7c0d53e2d https://share.transistor.fm/s/dbeadd01 Toddler Car Battles: Why They Happen and What Helps


"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!


In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, we discuss common issues around car seat battles with toddlers, why they happen, and various strategies to manage them. Topics include potential causes like loss of control, transitions, sensory overload, and hunger, along with detailed solutions for different scenarios like route changes, difficulty getting in/out of the car, and sibling issues. We also talk about the importance of understanding the 'why' behind the behavior and provide tips for proactive measures and positive reinforcement. Join us for practical advice and support on managing these tough moments with your little ones, and don't forget to check out the Seven Toddler Struggles guide linked in the show notes for additional resources.

00:00 Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:56 Understanding Car Seat Battles
02:41 Handling Route Changes
04:05 Dealing with Refusal to Get Out of the Car
05:09 Managing Screaming During Car Rides
06:00 Addressing Refusal to Get in the Car
06:41 Meltdowns After School or Daycare
07:52 Refusal to Get Buckled in the Car Seat
09:34 Sibling Issues in the Car
13:24 Preventing and Easing Car Battles
14:17 Conclusion and Resources

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

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"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!


In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, we discuss common issues around car seat battles with toddlers, why they happen, and various strategies to manage them. Topics include potential causes like loss of control, transitions, sensory overload, and hunger, along with detailed solutions for different scenarios like route changes, difficulty getting in/out of the car, and sibling issues. We also talk about the importance of understanding the 'why' behind the behavior and provide tips for proactive measures and positive reinforcement. Join us for practical advice and support on managing these tough moments with your little ones, and don't forget to check out the Seven Toddler Struggles guide linked in the show notes for additional resources.

00:00 Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:56 Understanding Car Seat Battles
02:41 Handling Route Changes
04:05 Dealing with Refusal to Get Out of the Car
05:09 Managing Screaming During Car Rides
06:00 Addressing Refusal to Get in the Car
06:41 Meltdowns After School or Daycare
07:52 Refusal to Get Buckled in the Car Seat
09:34 Sibling Issues in the Car
13:24 Preventing and Easing Car Battles
14:17 Conclusion and Resources

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 07 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 964 Toddler Car Battles: Why They Happen and What Helps


"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!


In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit podcast, we discuss common issues around car seat battles with toddlers, why they happen, and various strategies to manage them. Topics include potential causes like loss of control, transitions, sensory overload, and hunger, along with detailed solutions for different scenarios like route changes, difficulty getting in/out of the car, and sibling issues. We also talk about the importance of understanding the 'why' behind the behavior and provide tips for proactive measures and positive reinforcement. Join us for practical advice and support on managing these tough moments with your little ones, and don't forget to check out the Seven Toddler Struggles guide linked in the show notes for additional resources.

00:00 Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:56 Understanding Car Seat Battles
02:41 Handling Route Changes
04:05 Dealing with Refusal to Get Out of the Car
05:09 Managing Screaming During Car Rides
06:00 Addressing Refusal to Get in the Car
06:41 Meltdowns After School or Daycare
07:52 Refusal to Get Buckled in the Car Seat
09:34 Sibling Issues in the Car
13:24 Preventing and Easing Car Battles
14:17 Conclusion and Resources

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No What You Do in Your Child’s 'Big Emotional Moments' Changes Everything 76 76 What You Do in Your Child’s 'Big Emotional Moments' Changes Everything full 04ca59b1-e7d4-44bd-82ae-cca55e28b464 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bb2cd79c Big Emotions as the Map: Guiding Your Child’s Lifelong Coping Skills Because....What You Do in Your Child's 'Big Emotional Moments' Changes Everything

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, we dive into why your toddler's big emotions matter and how to respond effectively. The discussion covers why these emotions are developmentally appropriate, the impact of dismissing feelings, and practical strategies like co-regulation. Learn how to support your child's emotional growth and build healthy relationships by showing up with curiosity and connection. Don't forget to check out the guide to the seven toddler struggles and how to solve them quickly in the show notes.

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:57 Why Big Emotions Matter
02:27 Understanding Toddler Development
05:14 Big Feelings Are Not Bad Behavior
10:45 Consequences of Shutting Down Emotions
14:50 Avoidant and Anxious Coping Strategies
22:09 Lifelong Impact of Dismissing Feelings
23:05 Co-Regulation Over Correction
25:31 Encouragement for Parents
29:10 Conclusion and Personal Reflections


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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Big Emotions as the Map: Guiding Your Child’s Lifelong Coping Skills Because....What You Do in Your Child's 'Big Emotional Moments' Changes Everything

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, we dive into why your toddler's big emotions matter and how to respond effectively. The discussion covers why these emotions are developmentally appropriate, the impact of dismissing feelings, and practical strategies like co-regulation. Learn how to support your child's emotional growth and build healthy relationships by showing up with curiosity and connection. Don't forget to check out the guide to the seven toddler struggles and how to solve them quickly in the show notes.

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:57 Why Big Emotions Matter
02:27 Understanding Toddler Development
05:14 Big Feelings Are Not Bad Behavior
10:45 Consequences of Shutting Down Emotions
14:50 Avoidant and Anxious Coping Strategies
22:09 Lifelong Impact of Dismissing Feelings
23:05 Co-Regulation Over Correction
25:31 Encouragement for Parents
29:10 Conclusion and Personal Reflections


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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Wed, 02 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1895 Big Emotions as the Map: Guiding Your Child’s Lifelong Coping Skills Because....What You Do in Your Child's 'Big Emotional Moments' Changes Everything

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, we dive into why your toddler's big emotions matter and how to respond effectively. The discussion covers why these emotions are developmentally appropriate, the impact of dismissing feelings, and practical strategies like co-regulation. Learn how to support your child's emotional growth and build healthy relationships by showing up with curiosity and connection. Don't forget to check out the guide to the seven toddler struggles and how to solve them quickly in the show notes.

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
00:57 Why Big Emotions Matter
02:27 Understanding Toddler Development
05:14 Big Feelings Are Not Bad Behavior
10:45 Consequences of Shutting Down Emotions
14:50 Avoidant and Anxious Coping Strategies
22:09 Lifelong Impact of Dismissing Feelings
23:05 Co-Regulation Over Correction
25:31 Encouragement for Parents
29:10 Conclusion and Personal Reflections


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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Kindergarten Readiness & Preschool Prep with Amy Fieldman 75 75 Kindergarten Readiness & Preschool Prep with Amy Fieldman full 6d7a2388-7288-4df9-8f77-47f86cb75f33 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7cbb685c Kindergarten Readiness & Preschool Daycare Tips with Expert Amy Fieldman

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit Podcast! In today's episode, we share a clip from the Happy Toddler Confident Parenting Cohort featuring guest expert Amy Fieldman. Amy talks about kindergarten readiness, preschool daycare support, and tackles common toddler struggles. Learn practical tips on scaffolding for independence, managing transitions, enhancing storytime, and using classroom jobs to build confidence. For more in-depth advice, be sure to download the 'Seven Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast' guide from the show notes.

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
01:47 Guest Expert: Amy Fieldman on Kindergarten Readiness
02:30 Q&A Session with Amy Fieldman
03:02 Supporting Toddler Independence
04:22 Helping Toddlers with Transitions
05:41 Fine Motor Skills and Writing Prep
09:09 Engaging Toddlers in Story Time
10:55 Using Fidget Tools for Focus
12:29 Scaffolding for Art Projects
15:01 Helper Jobs for Toddlers
17:26 Conclusion and Resources

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Kindergarten Readiness & Preschool Daycare Tips with Expert Amy Fieldman

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit Podcast! In today's episode, we share a clip from the Happy Toddler Confident Parenting Cohort featuring guest expert Amy Fieldman. Amy talks about kindergarten readiness, preschool daycare support, and tackles common toddler struggles. Learn practical tips on scaffolding for independence, managing transitions, enhancing storytime, and using classroom jobs to build confidence. For more in-depth advice, be sure to download the 'Seven Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast' guide from the show notes.

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
01:47 Guest Expert: Amy Fieldman on Kindergarten Readiness
02:30 Q&A Session with Amy Fieldman
03:02 Supporting Toddler Independence
04:22 Helping Toddlers with Transitions
05:41 Fine Motor Skills and Writing Prep
09:09 Engaging Toddlers in Story Time
10:55 Using Fidget Tools for Focus
12:29 Scaffolding for Art Projects
15:01 Helper Jobs for Toddlers
17:26 Conclusion and Resources

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 30 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1136 Kindergarten Readiness & Preschool Daycare Tips with Expert Amy Fieldman

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting & not listening... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit Podcast! In today's episode, we share a clip from the Happy Toddler Confident Parenting Cohort featuring guest expert Amy Fieldman. Amy talks about kindergarten readiness, preschool daycare support, and tackles common toddler struggles. Learn practical tips on scaffolding for independence, managing transitions, enhancing storytime, and using classroom jobs to build confidence. For more in-depth advice, be sure to download the 'Seven Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast' guide from the show notes.

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast
01:47 Guest Expert: Amy Fieldman on Kindergarten Readiness
02:30 Q&A Session with Amy Fieldman
03:02 Supporting Toddler Independence
04:22 Helping Toddlers with Transitions
05:41 Fine Motor Skills and Writing Prep
09:09 Engaging Toddlers in Story Time
10:55 Using Fidget Tools for Focus
12:29 Scaffolding for Art Projects
15:01 Helper Jobs for Toddlers
17:26 Conclusion and Resources

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Helping Toddlers with Big Emotions in Public 74 74 Helping Toddlers with Big Emotions in Public full 0f83412b-d4ec-4e25-851d-b5d9bcab808c https://share.transistor.fm/s/94f4359e Handling Toddler Meltdowns: What Pancakes Taught Me About Emotions

Heather Schalk shares insights and strategies on managing toddler meltdowns using a relatable pancake breakfast scenario that was a true story! She discusses the importance of modeling calm behavior, recognizing frustration tolerance, and teaching toddlers self-regulation techniques. Heather invites listeners to a free guide and class recording:  The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast

-Introduction and Overview
-Free Guide
-The Pancake Incident
-Modeling Frustration Management
-Conclusion and Free Guide

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Handling Toddler Meltdowns: What Pancakes Taught Me About Emotions

Heather Schalk shares insights and strategies on managing toddler meltdowns using a relatable pancake breakfast scenario that was a true story! She discusses the importance of modeling calm behavior, recognizing frustration tolerance, and teaching toddlers self-regulation techniques. Heather invites listeners to a free guide and class recording:  The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast

-Introduction and Overview
-Free Guide
-The Pancake Incident
-Modeling Frustration Management
-Conclusion and Free Guide

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Mon, 09 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 597 Handling Toddler Meltdowns: What Pancakes Taught Me About Emotions

Heather Schalk shares insights and strategies on managing toddler meltdowns using a relatable pancake breakfast scenario that was a true story! She discusses the importance of modeling calm behavior, recognizing frustration tolerance, and teaching toddlers self-regulation techniques. Heather invites listeners to a free guide and class recording:  The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast

-Introduction and Overview
-Free Guide
-The Pancake Incident
-Modeling Frustration Management
-Conclusion and Free Guide

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No From Throwing to Lining Up: What Your Child’s Play Is Really Telling You with Ruth Vercoe 73 73 From Throwing to Lining Up: What Your Child’s Play Is Really Telling You with Ruth Vercoe full c7f534cd-d838-45b3-8f3b-3a7cc70e93ff https://share.transistor.fm/s/aab6d46f There may just be a method to the madness after all!

Our toddlers are constantly learning about the world around them. And the main way in which they learn is through play and play schemas.

From throwing things and ripping pages out of books to tossing all their toys out of the bin and lining their cars up in a certain way, our toddlers are naturally moving through phases that help them better understand how the world works.

Though it can be frustrating for us as parents, our children aren't just trying to annoy us but are, in fact, simply learning.

Join Heather and Ruth in this mind-blowing episode where the method behind the madness is finally revealed and play schemas are explained!

If your toddler has a knack for throwing, tearing, ripping, dropping, or climbing, then this is one episode you won't want to miss!

About Ruth: Ruth Vercoe is a teacher-turned-mum on a mission to demystify child’s play through understanding play schemas. If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Why is my child doing that?”—whether it’s throwing soft toys, hiding stones around the house, or lining up crayons—you’re certainly not alone.


It wasn’t until Ruth was in the thick of parenting that she realized she had entered this journey with an unfair advantage. Her unique edge was a deep understanding of play schemas—how they show up in young children and how to work with them, rather than against them. Now, she’s passionate about helping other parents gain that same insight.

Ruth comes to this first and foremost as a wife and mum to two amazing young boys. 

She brings over 15 years of experience working with children, with the majority of her teaching career focused on junior-aged students. A lifelong learner, Ruth holds a Bachelor of Education, a postgraduate diploma in Special Education, a Certificate in Digital and Online Learning, and a Master’s in Education—not to mention a deep love of the outdoors.

Connect with Ruth on Instagram @Play_Schemas; on her website, playschemas.com; or on her podcast "Demystifying Child's Play"!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> There may just be a method to the madness after all!

Our toddlers are constantly learning about the world around them. And the main way in which they learn is through play and play schemas.

From throwing things and ripping pages out of books to tossing all their toys out of the bin and lining their cars up in a certain way, our toddlers are naturally moving through phases that help them better understand how the world works.

Though it can be frustrating for us as parents, our children aren't just trying to annoy us but are, in fact, simply learning.

Join Heather and Ruth in this mind-blowing episode where the method behind the madness is finally revealed and play schemas are explained!

If your toddler has a knack for throwing, tearing, ripping, dropping, or climbing, then this is one episode you won't want to miss!

About Ruth: Ruth Vercoe is a teacher-turned-mum on a mission to demystify child’s play through understanding play schemas. If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Why is my child doing that?”—whether it’s throwing soft toys, hiding stones around the house, or lining up crayons—you’re certainly not alone.


It wasn’t until Ruth was in the thick of parenting that she realized she had entered this journey with an unfair advantage. Her unique edge was a deep understanding of play schemas—how they show up in young children and how to work with them, rather than against them. Now, she’s passionate about helping other parents gain that same insight.

Ruth comes to this first and foremost as a wife and mum to two amazing young boys. 

She brings over 15 years of experience working with children, with the majority of her teaching career focused on junior-aged students. A lifelong learner, Ruth holds a Bachelor of Education, a postgraduate diploma in Special Education, a Certificate in Digital and Online Learning, and a Master’s in Education—not to mention a deep love of the outdoors.

Connect with Ruth on Instagram @Play_Schemas; on her website, playschemas.com; or on her podcast "Demystifying Child's Play"!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 07 May 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 3335 There may just be a method to the madness after all!

Our toddlers are constantly learning about the world around them. And the main way in which they learn is through play and play schemas.

From throwing things and ripping pages out of books to tossing all their toys out of the bin and lining their cars up in a certain way, our toddlers are naturally moving through phases that help them better understand how the world works.

Though it can be frustrating for us as parents, our children aren't just trying to annoy us but are, in fact, simply learning.

Join Heather and Ruth in this mind-blowing episode where the method behind the madness is finally revealed and play schemas are explained!

If your toddler has a knack for throwing, tearing, ripping, dropping, or climbing, then this is one episode you won't want to miss!

About Ruth: Ruth Vercoe is a teacher-turned-mum on a mission to demystify child’s play through understanding play schemas. If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Why is my child doing that?”—whether it’s throwing soft toys, hiding stones around the house, or lining up crayons—you’re certainly not alone.


It wasn’t until Ruth was in the thick of parenting that she realized she had entered this journey with an unfair advantage. Her unique edge was a deep understanding of play schemas—how they show up in young children and how to work with them, rather than against them. Now, she’s passionate about helping other parents gain that same insight.

Ruth comes to this first and foremost as a wife and mum to two amazing young boys. 

She brings over 15 years of experience working with children, with the majority of her teaching career focused on junior-aged students. A lifelong learner, Ruth holds a Bachelor of Education, a postgraduate diploma in Special Education, a Certificate in Digital and Online Learning, and a Master’s in Education—not to mention a deep love of the outdoors.

Connect with Ruth on Instagram @Play_Schemas; on her website, playschemas.com; or on her podcast "Demystifying Child's Play"!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Two Secrets to Enjoying the Toddler Years 72 72 Two Secrets to Enjoying the Toddler Years full 056bd9a1-41c9-4edc-9491-4ca1aeb1bd70 https://share.transistor.fm/s/23225c29 Two Secrets to Enjoying the Toddler Years

In this episode, we reveal the two key factors that can help parents actually enjoy the toddler years:
1. addressing shame and
2. letting go of perfectionism.

We discuss how these issues often go unnoticed but heavily impact our parenting experience.

There's also an exciting announcement about the upcoming Free Class and Guide: 'Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Workshop' on May 8th, which offers practical solutions for 7 common toddler struggles. You can get it here.

Learn about the Happy Toddler Confident Parent cohort starting in mid-May and how it aims to provide a supportive community and expert advice across various parenting challenges. Join us to understand how to shift towards a growth mindset and find joy in the beautiful imperfections of parenting, here.

00:00 Introduction: Enjoying the Toddler Years
00:29 Upcoming Workshop Announcement
01:11 Common Toddler Struggles
02:16 Understanding Shame in Parenting
03:28 The Myth of Perfect Parenting
08:32 Perfectionism vs. Shame
09:41 Impact on Parenting Joy
21:43 Breaking Free from Shame and Perfectionism
23:31 Expert Support and Resources
27:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Two Secrets to Enjoying the Toddler Years

In this episode, we reveal the two key factors that can help parents actually enjoy the toddler years:
1. addressing shame and
2. letting go of perfectionism.

We discuss how these issues often go unnoticed but heavily impact our parenting experience.

There's also an exciting announcement about the upcoming Free Class and Guide: 'Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Workshop' on May 8th, which offers practical solutions for 7 common toddler struggles. You can get it here.

Learn about the Happy Toddler Confident Parent cohort starting in mid-May and how it aims to provide a supportive community and expert advice across various parenting challenges. Join us to understand how to shift towards a growth mindset and find joy in the beautiful imperfections of parenting, here.

00:00 Introduction: Enjoying the Toddler Years
00:29 Upcoming Workshop Announcement
01:11 Common Toddler Struggles
02:16 Understanding Shame in Parenting
03:28 The Myth of Perfect Parenting
08:32 Perfectionism vs. Shame
09:41 Impact on Parenting Joy
21:43 Breaking Free from Shame and Perfectionism
23:31 Expert Support and Resources
27:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:36:32 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1687 Two Secrets to Enjoying the Toddler Years

In this episode, we reveal the two key factors that can help parents actually enjoy the toddler years:
1. addressing shame and
2. letting go of perfectionism.

We discuss how these issues often go unnoticed but heavily impact our parenting experience.

There's also an exciting announcement about the upcoming Free Class and Guide: 'Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Workshop' on May 8th, which offers practical solutions for 7 common toddler struggles. You can get it here.

Learn about the Happy Toddler Confident Parent cohort starting in mid-May and how it aims to provide a supportive community and expert advice across various parenting challenges. Join us to understand how to shift towards a growth mindset and find joy in the beautiful imperfections of parenting, here.

00:00 Introduction: Enjoying the Toddler Years
00:29 Upcoming Workshop Announcement
01:11 Common Toddler Struggles
02:16 Understanding Shame in Parenting
03:28 The Myth of Perfect Parenting
08:32 Perfectionism vs. Shame
09:41 Impact on Parenting Joy
21:43 Breaking Free from Shame and Perfectionism
23:31 Expert Support and Resources
27:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Understanding Toddler Tantrums: Real-Life Stories + What Helped 71 71 Understanding Toddler Tantrums: Real-Life Stories + What Helped full 16829fb0-a8c0-4385-b559-1e5ed0540d6a https://share.transistor.fm/s/cd02f4f8 Understanding Toddler Tantrums: Real Life Stories + What Helped

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit podcast! In this episode, we delve deep into the world of toddler tantrums, exploring not just the outward emotional outbursts but the deeper unmet needs and expectations behind them.

Host Heather shares real-life tantrum stories from her own family to illustrate key parenting concepts such as the 'picture perfect mindset,'
and the importance of letting toddlers feel their emotions fully. From a pizza meltdown to a playground blowup, Heather offers valuable insights and strategies to help parents navigate these challenging moments and foster emotional regulation skills in their toddlers.

Plus, learn about the upcoming 'Happy Toddler, Confident Parent' cohort, designed to give parents the tools to better connect with and support their children.

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Tantrums
01:00 The Pizza Tantrum: Picture Perfect Mindset
06:02 The Bubble Blower Incident: Frustration Unveiled
10:27 The Pre-K School Visit Tantrum: Transitions and Expectations
19:12 The Playground Meltdown: Overstimulation and Regulation

Heather announced her upcoming co-authored book, 'The Perfectly Imperfect Family: Real Solutions for Mindful Parents Navigating Today’s Biggest Challenges,' which offers practical wisdom from experts on navigating challenging family situations: https://www.heatherschalkparenting.com/signup-list-for-book

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like separation anxiety, I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's Coming Soon! So STAY TUNED!

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Understanding Toddler Tantrums: Real Life Stories + What Helped

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit podcast! In this episode, we delve deep into the world of toddler tantrums, exploring not just the outward emotional outbursts but the deeper unmet needs and expectations behind them.

Host Heather shares real-life tantrum stories from her own family to illustrate key parenting concepts such as the 'picture perfect mindset,'
and the importance of letting toddlers feel their emotions fully. From a pizza meltdown to a playground blowup, Heather offers valuable insights and strategies to help parents navigate these challenging moments and foster emotional regulation skills in their toddlers.

Plus, learn about the upcoming 'Happy Toddler, Confident Parent' cohort, designed to give parents the tools to better connect with and support their children.

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Tantrums
01:00 The Pizza Tantrum: Picture Perfect Mindset
06:02 The Bubble Blower Incident: Frustration Unveiled
10:27 The Pre-K School Visit Tantrum: Transitions and Expectations
19:12 The Playground Meltdown: Overstimulation and Regulation

Heather announced her upcoming co-authored book, 'The Perfectly Imperfect Family: Real Solutions for Mindful Parents Navigating Today’s Biggest Challenges,' which offers practical wisdom from experts on navigating challenging family situations: https://www.heatherschalkparenting.com/signup-list-for-book

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like separation anxiety, I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's Coming Soon! So STAY TUNED!

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> Wed, 23 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1508 Understanding Toddler Tantrums: Real Life Stories + What Helped

Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit podcast! In this episode, we delve deep into the world of toddler tantrums, exploring not just the outward emotional outbursts but the deeper unmet needs and expectations behind them.

Host Heather shares real-life tantrum stories from her own family to illustrate key parenting concepts such as the 'picture perfect mindset,'
and the importance of letting toddlers feel their emotions fully. From a pizza meltdown to a playground blowup, Heather offers valuable insights and strategies to help parents navigate these challenging moments and foster emotional regulation skills in their toddlers.

Plus, learn about the upcoming 'Happy Toddler, Confident Parent' cohort, designed to give parents the tools to better connect with and support their children.

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Tantrums
01:00 The Pizza Tantrum: Picture Perfect Mindset
06:02 The Bubble Blower Incident: Frustration Unveiled
10:27 The Pre-K School Visit Tantrum: Transitions and Expectations
19:12 The Playground Meltdown: Overstimulation and Regulation

Heather announced her upcoming co-authored book, 'The Perfectly Imperfect Family: Real Solutions for Mindful Parents Navigating Today’s Biggest Challenges,' which offers practical wisdom from experts on navigating challenging family situations: https://www.heatherschalkparenting.com/signup-list-for-book

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like separation anxiety, I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's Coming Soon! So STAY TUNED!

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

]]> No Breast Milk, Bottles & Burnout: Surviving Baby Feeding Overwhelm with Roxie Alsruhe 70 70 Breast Milk, Bottles & Burnout: Surviving Baby Feeding Overwhelm with Roxie Alsruhe full 827b2281-7ba2-49b7-82d3-04f4b971b347 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fee452bd Whether you're a brand new parent or a veteran, keeping track of a baby's feeding schedule is not easy!

Roxie Alsruhe discovered this first-hand while caring for her newborn son. When their baby started losing weight instead of gaining, Roxie and her wife did everything they could to help him get the nourishment he needed.

Through the many sleepless nights and tiring days, Roxie kept careful track of each and every feeding, bottle, and expiration date.

But when it started to feel overwhelming and downright impossible to do, Roxie began to wonder why something hadn't been created to help keep track of it all.

And with that, Roxie set out to create it herself!

Join Heather and her guest in this insightful interview as Roxie shares all about her parenting journey, how she got the idea to create the HoopDee app, and what this resource does to help all parents better care for their babies and beyond.

If you're into learning about new ways to make your parenting journey easier, smoother, and less chaotic, then this is an episode you'll definitely want to tune into!

About Roxie: Roxie Alsruhe (pronounced Als-roo) is the founder of HoopDee. HoopDee offers a free app that manages and tracks breast milk and baby formula so new parents never waste a drop. In the summer of 2025, HoopDee will launch a line of patent-pending products that automate the milk managing process even more and enhance your app experience. Roxie is a mom to a sweet 15 month old boy and two senior rescue pups. She is based out of Baltimore, Maryland. She and Heather met in 2nd grade at Cub Run Elementary in Centreville, VA.

Connect with Roxie on her website, getHoopDee.com, or @getHoopDee on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Youtube!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Whether you're a brand new parent or a veteran, keeping track of a baby's feeding schedule is not easy!

Roxie Alsruhe discovered this first-hand while caring for her newborn son. When their baby started losing weight instead of gaining, Roxie and her wife did everything they could to help him get the nourishment he needed.

Through the many sleepless nights and tiring days, Roxie kept careful track of each and every feeding, bottle, and expiration date.

But when it started to feel overwhelming and downright impossible to do, Roxie began to wonder why something hadn't been created to help keep track of it all.

And with that, Roxie set out to create it herself!

Join Heather and her guest in this insightful interview as Roxie shares all about her parenting journey, how she got the idea to create the HoopDee app, and what this resource does to help all parents better care for their babies and beyond.

If you're into learning about new ways to make your parenting journey easier, smoother, and less chaotic, then this is an episode you'll definitely want to tune into!

About Roxie: Roxie Alsruhe (pronounced Als-roo) is the founder of HoopDee. HoopDee offers a free app that manages and tracks breast milk and baby formula so new parents never waste a drop. In the summer of 2025, HoopDee will launch a line of patent-pending products that automate the milk managing process even more and enhance your app experience. Roxie is a mom to a sweet 15 month old boy and two senior rescue pups. She is based out of Baltimore, Maryland. She and Heather met in 2nd grade at Cub Run Elementary in Centreville, VA.

Connect with Roxie on her website, getHoopDee.com, or @getHoopDee on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Youtube!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2347 Whether you're a brand new parent or a veteran, keeping track of a baby's feeding schedule is not easy!

Roxie Alsruhe discovered this first-hand while caring for her newborn son. When their baby started losing weight instead of gaining, Roxie and her wife did everything they could to help him get the nourishment he needed.

Through the many sleepless nights and tiring days, Roxie kept careful track of each and every feeding, bottle, and expiration date.

But when it started to feel overwhelming and downright impossible to do, Roxie began to wonder why something hadn't been created to help keep track of it all.

And with that, Roxie set out to create it herself!

Join Heather and her guest in this insightful interview as Roxie shares all about her parenting journey, how she got the idea to create the HoopDee app, and what this resource does to help all parents better care for their babies and beyond.

If you're into learning about new ways to make your parenting journey easier, smoother, and less chaotic, then this is an episode you'll definitely want to tune into!

About Roxie: Roxie Alsruhe (pronounced Als-roo) is the founder of HoopDee. HoopDee offers a free app that manages and tracks breast milk and baby formula so new parents never waste a drop. In the summer of 2025, HoopDee will launch a line of patent-pending products that automate the milk managing process even more and enhance your app experience. Roxie is a mom to a sweet 15 month old boy and two senior rescue pups. She is based out of Baltimore, Maryland. She and Heather met in 2nd grade at Cub Run Elementary in Centreville, VA.

Connect with Roxie on her website, getHoopDee.com, or @getHoopDee on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Youtube!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No This One Thing Shapes Your Toddler’s Behavior and Self-Esteem 69 69 This One Thing Shapes Your Toddler’s Behavior and Self-Esteem full 922eddf8-d921-4ce1-b49d-e7692a647856 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2321ba30 The One Thing That Shapes Toddler Behavior and Self-Esteem

In this episode, we explore the key factor that shapes your toddler's behavior and self-esteem - your language and reactions. We'll discuss the concept of the toddler reactivity loop, how to set the stage for better behaviors, and why the attention you give is the attention you get back. Learn practical tips on redirecting rather than reacting and how to use positive praise to improve your toddler's behavior. Find out how your words and tone can shape your child's self-image and behavior over time. Plus, get a sneak peek into my upcoming book, 'The Perfectly Imperfect Family,' launching on May 8th.

Heather announced her upcoming co-authored book, 'The Perfectly Imperfect Family: Real Solutions for Mindful Parents Navigating Today’s Biggest Challenges,' which offers practical wisdom from experts on navigating challenging family situations: https://www.heatherschalkparenting.com/signup-list-for-book

00:00 Introduction: The Key to Shaping Toddler Behavior
00:55 Setting the Stage for a Positive Day
01:39 Understanding the Toddler Reactivity Loop
05:28 The Power of Positive Attention
10:45 The Impact of Language and Reactions
23:34 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like separation anxiety, I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's Coming Soon! So STAY TUNED!

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> The One Thing That Shapes Toddler Behavior and Self-Esteem

In this episode, we explore the key factor that shapes your toddler's behavior and self-esteem - your language and reactions. We'll discuss the concept of the toddler reactivity loop, how to set the stage for better behaviors, and why the attention you give is the attention you get back. Learn practical tips on redirecting rather than reacting and how to use positive praise to improve your toddler's behavior. Find out how your words and tone can shape your child's self-image and behavior over time. Plus, get a sneak peek into my upcoming book, 'The Perfectly Imperfect Family,' launching on May 8th.

Heather announced her upcoming co-authored book, 'The Perfectly Imperfect Family: Real Solutions for Mindful Parents Navigating Today’s Biggest Challenges,' which offers practical wisdom from experts on navigating challenging family situations: https://www.heatherschalkparenting.com/signup-list-for-book

00:00 Introduction: The Key to Shaping Toddler Behavior
00:55 Setting the Stage for a Positive Day
01:39 Understanding the Toddler Reactivity Loop
05:28 The Power of Positive Attention
10:45 The Impact of Language and Reactions
23:34 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like separation anxiety, I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's Coming Soon! So STAY TUNED!

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 09 Apr 2025 13:49:59 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1505 The One Thing That Shapes Toddler Behavior and Self-Esteem

In this episode, we explore the key factor that shapes your toddler's behavior and self-esteem - your language and reactions. We'll discuss the concept of the toddler reactivity loop, how to set the stage for better behaviors, and why the attention you give is the attention you get back. Learn practical tips on redirecting rather than reacting and how to use positive praise to improve your toddler's behavior. Find out how your words and tone can shape your child's self-image and behavior over time. Plus, get a sneak peek into my upcoming book, 'The Perfectly Imperfect Family,' launching on May 8th.

Heather announced her upcoming co-authored book, 'The Perfectly Imperfect Family: Real Solutions for Mindful Parents Navigating Today’s Biggest Challenges,' which offers practical wisdom from experts on navigating challenging family situations: https://www.heatherschalkparenting.com/signup-list-for-book

00:00 Introduction: The Key to Shaping Toddler Behavior
00:55 Setting the Stage for a Positive Day
01:39 Understanding the Toddler Reactivity Loop
05:28 The Power of Positive Attention
10:45 The Impact of Language and Reactions
23:34 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like separation anxiety, I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's Coming Soon! So STAY TUNED!

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No The Toddler Discipline Script That Backfires & What to Do Instead 68 68 The Toddler Discipline Script That Backfires & What to Do Instead full f9c45984-cd3c-484e-a1c5-aff3df8b720d https://share.transistor.fm/s/c3b51671 The Toddler Discipline Script That Backfires & What to Do Instead


In this episode, we're diving into the shortcomings of widely shared toddler discipline advice, particularly the 'validation boundary method.'

 Learn why popular scripts like 'It's okay to be mad, but we don't hit' can backfire, reinforcing unwanted behaviors and leading to parental burnout.

We'll explore eight key reasons why this approach is ineffective and offer alternative strategies that focus on proactive, compassionate, and effective discipline techniques that are just a small tweak to change that could make a huge impact. Discover the importance of clear modeling, co-regulation, and addressing sensory needs to help toddlers manage their emotions constructively. Also, get a sneak peek into our upcoming book, 'The Perfectly Imperfect Family,' and how it can be a valuable resource for mindful parenting.

Heather announced her upcoming co-authored book, 'The Perfectly Imperfect Family: Real Solutions for Mindful Parents Navigating Today’s Biggest Challenges,' which offers practical wisdom from experts on navigating challenging family situations: https://www.heatherschalkparenting.com/signup-list-for-book

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Discipline Issues

00:46 The Validation Boundary Method Explained

02:06 Why the Script Fails: Eight Reasons

07:55 Upcoming Book Announcement

09:41 Empathy and Emotional Attunement

16:20 The Importance of Visual and Physical Cues

18:29 Parental Burnout and Final Thoughts

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like separation anxiety, I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's Coming Soon! So STAY TUNED!

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> The Toddler Discipline Script That Backfires & What to Do Instead


In this episode, we're diving into the shortcomings of widely shared toddler discipline advice, particularly the 'validation boundary method.'

 Learn why popular scripts like 'It's okay to be mad, but we don't hit' can backfire, reinforcing unwanted behaviors and leading to parental burnout.

We'll explore eight key reasons why this approach is ineffective and offer alternative strategies that focus on proactive, compassionate, and effective discipline techniques that are just a small tweak to change that could make a huge impact. Discover the importance of clear modeling, co-regulation, and addressing sensory needs to help toddlers manage their emotions constructively. Also, get a sneak peek into our upcoming book, 'The Perfectly Imperfect Family,' and how it can be a valuable resource for mindful parenting.

Heather announced her upcoming co-authored book, 'The Perfectly Imperfect Family: Real Solutions for Mindful Parents Navigating Today’s Biggest Challenges,' which offers practical wisdom from experts on navigating challenging family situations: https://www.heatherschalkparenting.com/signup-list-for-book

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Discipline Issues

00:46 The Validation Boundary Method Explained

02:06 Why the Script Fails: Eight Reasons

07:55 Upcoming Book Announcement

09:41 Empathy and Emotional Attunement

16:20 The Importance of Visual and Physical Cues

18:29 Parental Burnout and Final Thoughts

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like separation anxiety, I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's Coming Soon! So STAY TUNED!

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 02 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1344 The Toddler Discipline Script That Backfires & What to Do Instead


In this episode, we're diving into the shortcomings of widely shared toddler discipline advice, particularly the 'validation boundary method.'

 Learn why popular scripts like 'It's okay to be mad, but we don't hit' can backfire, reinforcing unwanted behaviors and leading to parental burnout.

We'll explore eight key reasons why this approach is ineffective and offer alternative strategies that focus on proactive, compassionate, and effective discipline techniques that are just a small tweak to change that could make a huge impact. Discover the importance of clear modeling, co-regulation, and addressing sensory needs to help toddlers manage their emotions constructively. Also, get a sneak peek into our upcoming book, 'The Perfectly Imperfect Family,' and how it can be a valuable resource for mindful parenting.

Heather announced her upcoming co-authored book, 'The Perfectly Imperfect Family: Real Solutions for Mindful Parents Navigating Today’s Biggest Challenges,' which offers practical wisdom from experts on navigating challenging family situations: https://www.heatherschalkparenting.com/signup-list-for-book

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Discipline Issues

00:46 The Validation Boundary Method Explained

02:06 Why the Script Fails: Eight Reasons

07:55 Upcoming Book Announcement

09:41 Empathy and Emotional Attunement

16:20 The Importance of Visual and Physical Cues

18:29 Parental Burnout and Final Thoughts

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like separation anxiety, I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's Coming Soon! So STAY TUNED!

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Finding a Good Fit Babysitter for your Toddler 67 67 Finding a Good Fit Babysitter for your Toddler full f76d698d-20d2-4ded-96b1-722d382d9970 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3d366633 How to Find the Perfect Babysitter for Your Toddler


In this episode, Heather shares valuable insights on finding a babysitter that suits your toddler's temperament and aligns with your parenting style. She discusses emotional fit, parenting style alignment, and offers tips on managing time duration and transitions. Heather shares personal experiences and emphasizes the importance of interview questions, setting expectations, and trusting your intuition.

She also introduces her upcoming co-authored book, 'The Perfectly Imperfect Family: Real Solutions for Mindful Parents Navigating Today’s Biggest Challenges,' which offers practical wisdom from experts on navigating challenging family situations: https://www.heatherschalkparenting.com/signup-list-for-book

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:59 Emotional Fit and Parenting Style Alignment

10:35 Time, Duration and Separation Tips

16:40 Logistical Fit and Final Thoughts

21:21 Conclusion and Encouragement

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like separation anxiety, I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's Coming Soon! So STAY TUNED!

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> How to Find the Perfect Babysitter for Your Toddler


In this episode, Heather shares valuable insights on finding a babysitter that suits your toddler's temperament and aligns with your parenting style. She discusses emotional fit, parenting style alignment, and offers tips on managing time duration and transitions. Heather shares personal experiences and emphasizes the importance of interview questions, setting expectations, and trusting your intuition.

She also introduces her upcoming co-authored book, 'The Perfectly Imperfect Family: Real Solutions for Mindful Parents Navigating Today’s Biggest Challenges,' which offers practical wisdom from experts on navigating challenging family situations: https://www.heatherschalkparenting.com/signup-list-for-book

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:59 Emotional Fit and Parenting Style Alignment

10:35 Time, Duration and Separation Tips

16:40 Logistical Fit and Final Thoughts

21:21 Conclusion and Encouragement

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like separation anxiety, I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's Coming Soon! So STAY TUNED!

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 26 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1394 How to Find the Perfect Babysitter for Your Toddler


In this episode, Heather shares valuable insights on finding a babysitter that suits your toddler's temperament and aligns with your parenting style. She discusses emotional fit, parenting style alignment, and offers tips on managing time duration and transitions. Heather shares personal experiences and emphasizes the importance of interview questions, setting expectations, and trusting your intuition.

She also introduces her upcoming co-authored book, 'The Perfectly Imperfect Family: Real Solutions for Mindful Parents Navigating Today’s Biggest Challenges,' which offers practical wisdom from experts on navigating challenging family situations: https://www.heatherschalkparenting.com/signup-list-for-book

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:59 Emotional Fit and Parenting Style Alignment

10:35 Time, Duration and Separation Tips

16:40 Logistical Fit and Final Thoughts

21:21 Conclusion and Encouragement

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like separation anxiety, I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's Coming Soon! So STAY TUNED!

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No From Books to Breakthroughs: The Parenting Advice That Changed My Life with Taylor Greenberg 66 66 From Books to Breakthroughs: The Parenting Advice That Changed My Life with Taylor Greenberg full 8c226b86-85a1-4b53-8ef9-a698a9c80221 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a3ebb53b Do you feel as though you've read every parenting book out there and tried all the advice without seeing any of the results?

When we're looking for help for battling difficult behaviors, it seems that every parent "expert" out there has the solution to our struggles.

But when we try to implement their advice, it either doesn't quite work out like we hoped or we burnout before we see results.

Taylor Greenberg was experiencing this exact same thing. As a burnt-out mama of two under two, Taylor struggled to put all the pieces together in her parenting journey. 

In this episode, Taylor shares her experience with us and talks about how she went from reading all the books to finally reaching a breakthrough. Come join in on this exciting conversation!

About Taylor: Taylor is the founder of MOMumental, an app created to help toddler moms connect with real, effective parenting advice from experts. With MOMumental, we have done all the research for you when it comes to finding community reviewed courses and coaches that are a perfect fit, no matter what issue you are experiencing in your toddlerhood journey and beyond.


Taylor is a Work From Home Mom to two toddler girls and lives in Washington, D.C. with her husband and two dogs. She has a passion for helping moms save time, money, and their sanity, by making parenting just a little bit easier. 

Connect with Taylor on Instagram and download the MOMumental app here!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Do you feel as though you've read every parenting book out there and tried all the advice without seeing any of the results?

When we're looking for help for battling difficult behaviors, it seems that every parent "expert" out there has the solution to our struggles.

But when we try to implement their advice, it either doesn't quite work out like we hoped or we burnout before we see results.

Taylor Greenberg was experiencing this exact same thing. As a burnt-out mama of two under two, Taylor struggled to put all the pieces together in her parenting journey. 

In this episode, Taylor shares her experience with us and talks about how she went from reading all the books to finally reaching a breakthrough. Come join in on this exciting conversation!

About Taylor: Taylor is the founder of MOMumental, an app created to help toddler moms connect with real, effective parenting advice from experts. With MOMumental, we have done all the research for you when it comes to finding community reviewed courses and coaches that are a perfect fit, no matter what issue you are experiencing in your toddlerhood journey and beyond.


Taylor is a Work From Home Mom to two toddler girls and lives in Washington, D.C. with her husband and two dogs. She has a passion for helping moms save time, money, and their sanity, by making parenting just a little bit easier. 

Connect with Taylor on Instagram and download the MOMumental app here!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 19 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1865 Do you feel as though you've read every parenting book out there and tried all the advice without seeing any of the results?

When we're looking for help for battling difficult behaviors, it seems that every parent "expert" out there has the solution to our struggles.

But when we try to implement their advice, it either doesn't quite work out like we hoped or we burnout before we see results.

Taylor Greenberg was experiencing this exact same thing. As a burnt-out mama of two under two, Taylor struggled to put all the pieces together in her parenting journey. 

In this episode, Taylor shares her experience with us and talks about how she went from reading all the books to finally reaching a breakthrough. Come join in on this exciting conversation!

About Taylor: Taylor is the founder of MOMumental, an app created to help toddler moms connect with real, effective parenting advice from experts. With MOMumental, we have done all the research for you when it comes to finding community reviewed courses and coaches that are a perfect fit, no matter what issue you are experiencing in your toddlerhood journey and beyond.


Taylor is a Work From Home Mom to two toddler girls and lives in Washington, D.C. with her husband and two dogs. She has a passion for helping moms save time, money, and their sanity, by making parenting just a little bit easier. 

Connect with Taylor on Instagram and download the MOMumental app here!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Separation Anxiety in Toddlers: What to Do When Mom Leaves 65 65 Separation Anxiety in Toddlers: What to Do When Mom Leaves full 796dd315-a591-4be8-b6d2-f04e633c7427 https://share.transistor.fm/s/aaaea559 Overcoming Toddler Separation Anxiety: Tips and Strategies

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, Heather tackles the challenging issue of separation anxiety in toddlers. Drawing from her personal experiences as a mother of twins, she provides practical advice on how to help toddlers feel secure when parents leave. You'll discover why separation anxiety happens, the importance of predictable routines, and how to foster positive interactions with other caregivers and the non-preferred parent. Heather also emphasizes the role of dad in easing separation anxiety and shares strategies to make transitions smoother. Don't miss her free tantrum and behavior guide for more helpful tips.

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast

00:16 Understanding Separation Anxiety in Toddlers

01:38 Personal Experiences with Separation Anxiety

04:21 Preparing Your Toddler for Separation

08:15 Strengthening Toddler-Dad Relationships

15:10 Recap and Final Thoughts


"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like separation anxiety, I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's Coming Soon! So STAY TUNED!

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Overcoming Toddler Separation Anxiety: Tips and Strategies

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, Heather tackles the challenging issue of separation anxiety in toddlers. Drawing from her personal experiences as a mother of twins, she provides practical advice on how to help toddlers feel secure when parents leave. You'll discover why separation anxiety happens, the importance of predictable routines, and how to foster positive interactions with other caregivers and the non-preferred parent. Heather also emphasizes the role of dad in easing separation anxiety and shares strategies to make transitions smoother. Don't miss her free tantrum and behavior guide for more helpful tips.

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast

00:16 Understanding Separation Anxiety in Toddlers

01:38 Personal Experiences with Separation Anxiety

04:21 Preparing Your Toddler for Separation

08:15 Strengthening Toddler-Dad Relationships

15:10 Recap and Final Thoughts


"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like separation anxiety, I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's Coming Soon! So STAY TUNED!

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Mon, 17 Mar 2025 14:47:19 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 998 Overcoming Toddler Separation Anxiety: Tips and Strategies

In this episode of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast, Heather tackles the challenging issue of separation anxiety in toddlers. Drawing from her personal experiences as a mother of twins, she provides practical advice on how to help toddlers feel secure when parents leave. You'll discover why separation anxiety happens, the importance of predictable routines, and how to foster positive interactions with other caregivers and the non-preferred parent. Heather also emphasizes the role of dad in easing separation anxiety and shares strategies to make transitions smoother. Don't miss her free tantrum and behavior guide for more helpful tips.

00:00 Introduction to Toddler Toolkit Podcast

00:16 Understanding Separation Anxiety in Toddlers

01:38 Personal Experiences with Separation Anxiety

04:21 Preparing Your Toddler for Separation

08:15 Strengthening Toddler-Dad Relationships

15:10 Recap and Final Thoughts


"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like separation anxiety, I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's Coming Soon! So STAY TUNED!

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No 5 Common Pitfalls of Toddler Boundaries and How to Avoid Them 64 64 5 Common Pitfalls of Toddler Boundaries and How to Avoid Them full b4b38263-b41b-40ec-8958-b737002d70f6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/86aa0604 We hear from all the parenting advice how important it is to set boundaries and limits with our children to keep them from doing the things we don't want them to do.

But what if they don't work?

Boundaries are a great tool to have in your parenting toolkit, and you should use them when appropriate, but they aren't the only parenting tool or strategy we can use to be effective in our parenting.

When used alone, boundaries can actually have the opposite effect with our children as they teach what NOT to do but don't teach what TO do. So we need to add in some additional support to see real results and real behavior changes.

Join Heather in this episode as she discusses the 5 common pitfalls of toddler boundaries and how to avoid them! By the end of the episode, you'll feel more confident in your parenting tactics and know just what to do when your toddler just won't stop pushing those boundaries!

It's time to get out your toddler toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in your parenting journey.

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.


]]> We hear from all the parenting advice how important it is to set boundaries and limits with our children to keep them from doing the things we don't want them to do.

But what if they don't work?

Boundaries are a great tool to have in your parenting toolkit, and you should use them when appropriate, but they aren't the only parenting tool or strategy we can use to be effective in our parenting.

When used alone, boundaries can actually have the opposite effect with our children as they teach what NOT to do but don't teach what TO do. So we need to add in some additional support to see real results and real behavior changes.

Join Heather in this episode as she discusses the 5 common pitfalls of toddler boundaries and how to avoid them! By the end of the episode, you'll feel more confident in your parenting tactics and know just what to do when your toddler just won't stop pushing those boundaries!

It's time to get out your toddler toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in your parenting journey.

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.


]]> Wed, 22 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 661 We hear from all the parenting advice how important it is to set boundaries and limits with our children to keep them from doing the things we don't want them to do.

But what if they don't work?

Boundaries are a great tool to have in your parenting toolkit, and you should use them when appropriate, but they aren't the only parenting tool or strategy we can use to be effective in our parenting.

When used alone, boundaries can actually have the opposite effect with our children as they teach what NOT to do but don't teach what TO do. So we need to add in some additional support to see real results and real behavior changes.

Join Heather in this episode as she discusses the 5 common pitfalls of toddler boundaries and how to avoid them! By the end of the episode, you'll feel more confident in your parenting tactics and know just what to do when your toddler just won't stop pushing those boundaries!

It's time to get out your toddler toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in your parenting journey.

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.


]]> No The KEY to Parenting Your Toddler with LESS STRESS in 2025 63 63 The KEY to Parenting Your Toddler with LESS STRESS in 2025 full 0b88a246-5212-42ae-90e9-a46638063df6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7d66cbb7 Are you ready to set new parenting goals for the new year that don't cause more tension, burnout, and frustration for your family?!

Make 2025 the year of calmer parenting, fewer tantrums, and a happier home with a simple strategy that actually works!

Listen in to learn the KEY to parenting your toddler with less stress this year, and join Heather in doing a quick activity that will help you map out your goals with ease.

More than just New Year's resolutions, these goals will not only be your goals for the rest of the year but will become your family's way of life!

This episode is a must-not-miss for any toddler parent who's tired of just getting by and is ready to thrive!

It's time to get out your toddler toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in your parenting journey.

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.


]]> Are you ready to set new parenting goals for the new year that don't cause more tension, burnout, and frustration for your family?!

Make 2025 the year of calmer parenting, fewer tantrums, and a happier home with a simple strategy that actually works!

Listen in to learn the KEY to parenting your toddler with less stress this year, and join Heather in doing a quick activity that will help you map out your goals with ease.

More than just New Year's resolutions, these goals will not only be your goals for the rest of the year but will become your family's way of life!

This episode is a must-not-miss for any toddler parent who's tired of just getting by and is ready to thrive!

It's time to get out your toddler toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in your parenting journey.

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.


]]> Wed, 08 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 847 Are you ready to set new parenting goals for the new year that don't cause more tension, burnout, and frustration for your family?!

Make 2025 the year of calmer parenting, fewer tantrums, and a happier home with a simple strategy that actually works!

Listen in to learn the KEY to parenting your toddler with less stress this year, and join Heather in doing a quick activity that will help you map out your goals with ease.

More than just New Year's resolutions, these goals will not only be your goals for the rest of the year but will become your family's way of life!

This episode is a must-not-miss for any toddler parent who's tired of just getting by and is ready to thrive!

It's time to get out your toddler toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in your parenting journey.

And be sure to grab the 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and guide!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.


]]> No The 7 Best Tips for a Tantrum-Free Holiday with Your Toddler 62 62 The 7 Best Tips for a Tantrum-Free Holiday with Your Toddler full 84611fa1-36dc-4e2e-bd6e-5a5b6989a991 https://share.transistor.fm/s/80901976 Feeling stressed about navigating the holidays with your toddler?

From new routines (or lack thereof), family gatherings, fun outings, travel, and, of course, all the fun new gadgets and toys, the holidays can be a major meltdown generator for your toddler.

However, you don't have to figure it all out on your own or convince yourself that you just have to push through the tantrums.

Join Heather in this episode as she shares 7 tips for navigating the holidays with ease, tackling toddler tantrums, and creating a season full of joy and connection!

If you'd love to relax and enjoy the holiday season with your toddler but aren't sure if it's even really possible, this is one episode you won't want to miss.

It's time to get out your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in parenting your toddler with grace and calm!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Feeling stressed about navigating the holidays with your toddler?

From new routines (or lack thereof), family gatherings, fun outings, travel, and, of course, all the fun new gadgets and toys, the holidays can be a major meltdown generator for your toddler.

However, you don't have to figure it all out on your own or convince yourself that you just have to push through the tantrums.

Join Heather in this episode as she shares 7 tips for navigating the holidays with ease, tackling toddler tantrums, and creating a season full of joy and connection!

If you'd love to relax and enjoy the holiday season with your toddler but aren't sure if it's even really possible, this is one episode you won't want to miss.

It's time to get out your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in parenting your toddler with grace and calm!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Mon, 23 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2642 Feeling stressed about navigating the holidays with your toddler?

From new routines (or lack thereof), family gatherings, fun outings, travel, and, of course, all the fun new gadgets and toys, the holidays can be a major meltdown generator for your toddler.

However, you don't have to figure it all out on your own or convince yourself that you just have to push through the tantrums.

Join Heather in this episode as she shares 7 tips for navigating the holidays with ease, tackling toddler tantrums, and creating a season full of joy and connection!

If you'd love to relax and enjoy the holiday season with your toddler but aren't sure if it's even really possible, this is one episode you won't want to miss.

It's time to get out your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in parenting your toddler with grace and calm!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No What Every Mom Needs to Know About Food Allergies with Corinna Meckelborg 61 61 What Every Mom Needs to Know About Food Allergies with Corinna Meckelborg full 78c40199-d7b5-49f6-92d6-efa1824c7ead https://share.transistor.fm/s/06f2aa21 Does your child have food allergies or sensitivities and you're worried about keeping them safe, especially during the holiday season?

The holidays usually mean lots of gatherings, which usually means lots of food, and it can be a major source of anxiety and overwhelm for parents when their little ones can't have certain foods.

Instead of skipping the holiday get-togethers all-together or pulling your hair out from the stress of making sure nothing off-limits is within your toddler's reach, listen in to this insightful discussion with Heather and Corinna!

Corinna Meckelborg is a multiple, 17-year food allergy mama turned Food Allergy Mentor. She helps food allergy parents keep their kids safe while living a normal life & worrying less with her Podcast and Business, Friendly Pantry Consulting.

In this episode, Heather and Corinna discuss simple and effective ways to handle this challenging and often stressful toddler need!

If your toddler has food allergies or intolerances and you're not quite sure how to navigate it all, this is an episode you don't want to miss!

It's time to get out your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in parenting your toddler with grace and calm.

Connect with Corinna on her website, Instagram, and podcast.

And be sure to sign up for the Tantrum Free Holidays Workshop today to learn how to enjoy your holiday season without the meltdowns!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.


]]> Does your child have food allergies or sensitivities and you're worried about keeping them safe, especially during the holiday season?

The holidays usually mean lots of gatherings, which usually means lots of food, and it can be a major source of anxiety and overwhelm for parents when their little ones can't have certain foods.

Instead of skipping the holiday get-togethers all-together or pulling your hair out from the stress of making sure nothing off-limits is within your toddler's reach, listen in to this insightful discussion with Heather and Corinna!

Corinna Meckelborg is a multiple, 17-year food allergy mama turned Food Allergy Mentor. She helps food allergy parents keep their kids safe while living a normal life & worrying less with her Podcast and Business, Friendly Pantry Consulting.

In this episode, Heather and Corinna discuss simple and effective ways to handle this challenging and often stressful toddler need!

If your toddler has food allergies or intolerances and you're not quite sure how to navigate it all, this is an episode you don't want to miss!

It's time to get out your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in parenting your toddler with grace and calm.

Connect with Corinna on her website, Instagram, and podcast.

And be sure to sign up for the Tantrum Free Holidays Workshop today to learn how to enjoy your holiday season without the meltdowns!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.


]]> Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2422 Does your child have food allergies or sensitivities and you're worried about keeping them safe, especially during the holiday season?

The holidays usually mean lots of gatherings, which usually means lots of food, and it can be a major source of anxiety and overwhelm for parents when their little ones can't have certain foods.

Instead of skipping the holiday get-togethers all-together or pulling your hair out from the stress of making sure nothing off-limits is within your toddler's reach, listen in to this insightful discussion with Heather and Corinna!

Corinna Meckelborg is a multiple, 17-year food allergy mama turned Food Allergy Mentor. She helps food allergy parents keep their kids safe while living a normal life & worrying less with her Podcast and Business, Friendly Pantry Consulting.

In this episode, Heather and Corinna discuss simple and effective ways to handle this challenging and often stressful toddler need!

If your toddler has food allergies or intolerances and you're not quite sure how to navigate it all, this is an episode you don't want to miss!

It's time to get out your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in parenting your toddler with grace and calm.

Connect with Corinna on her website, Instagram, and podcast.

And be sure to sign up for the Tantrum Free Holidays Workshop today to learn how to enjoy your holiday season without the meltdowns!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.


]]> No Handling the "No" Phase: How to Get Your Toddler to Listen Without a Battle 60 60 Handling the "No" Phase: How to Get Your Toddler to Listen Without a Battle full e217a926-f14b-4d71-b014-ce60d498c313 https://share.transistor.fm/s/11417a60 Check out the brand new mini-course, Transform Tantrums: A Listening Toddler in 7 Days! If you're ready to stop the meltdowns and finally enjoy more peaceful days with your toddler, then this is a course you don't want to miss! Take advantage of the pre-sale price now before it's gone and the price goes up!

Do you feel like you're going to lose your cool if you hear your toddler shout, "NO!" at you one more time?

The "no" phase is a frustrating one! Our toddlers seem to fight us at every turn and can make even the simplest task seem impossible.

No wonder we're exhausted and about ready to throw in the towel!

Thankfully, there is a way to make it through.

Join Heather in this episode as she discusses this particularly difficult phase our toddlers go through and how we can handle it with grace and calm while also getting our toddler to listen without a battle.

If you're wondering when you toddler will ever stop telling you "no" and just wish they'd listen more, then this is the episode for you!

It's time to get out your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in parenting your toddler with grace and calm.

And be sure to check out Heather's brand new mini-course, Transform Tantrums: A Listening Toddler In 7 Days! If you're ready to stop the meltdowns and finally enjoy more peaceful days with your toddler, then this is a course you don't want to miss! Take advantage of the pre-sale price now before it's gone and the price goes up! 

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Check out the brand new mini-course, Transform Tantrums: A Listening Toddler in 7 Days! If you're ready to stop the meltdowns and finally enjoy more peaceful days with your toddler, then this is a course you don't want to miss! Take advantage of the pre-sale price now before it's gone and the price goes up!

Do you feel like you're going to lose your cool if you hear your toddler shout, "NO!" at you one more time?

The "no" phase is a frustrating one! Our toddlers seem to fight us at every turn and can make even the simplest task seem impossible.

No wonder we're exhausted and about ready to throw in the towel!

Thankfully, there is a way to make it through.

Join Heather in this episode as she discusses this particularly difficult phase our toddlers go through and how we can handle it with grace and calm while also getting our toddler to listen without a battle.

If you're wondering when you toddler will ever stop telling you "no" and just wish they'd listen more, then this is the episode for you!

It's time to get out your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in parenting your toddler with grace and calm.

And be sure to check out Heather's brand new mini-course, Transform Tantrums: A Listening Toddler In 7 Days! If you're ready to stop the meltdowns and finally enjoy more peaceful days with your toddler, then this is a course you don't want to miss! Take advantage of the pre-sale price now before it's gone and the price goes up! 

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 20 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 655 Check out the brand new mini-course, Transform Tantrums: A Listening Toddler in 7 Days! If you're ready to stop the meltdowns and finally enjoy more peaceful days with your toddler, then this is a course you don't want to miss! Take advantage of the pre-sale price now before it's gone and the price goes up!

Do you feel like you're going to lose your cool if you hear your toddler shout, "NO!" at you one more time?

The "no" phase is a frustrating one! Our toddlers seem to fight us at every turn and can make even the simplest task seem impossible.

No wonder we're exhausted and about ready to throw in the towel!

Thankfully, there is a way to make it through.

Join Heather in this episode as she discusses this particularly difficult phase our toddlers go through and how we can handle it with grace and calm while also getting our toddler to listen without a battle.

If you're wondering when you toddler will ever stop telling you "no" and just wish they'd listen more, then this is the episode for you!

It's time to get out your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in parenting your toddler with grace and calm.

And be sure to check out Heather's brand new mini-course, Transform Tantrums: A Listening Toddler In 7 Days! If you're ready to stop the meltdowns and finally enjoy more peaceful days with your toddler, then this is a course you don't want to miss! Take advantage of the pre-sale price now before it's gone and the price goes up! 

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Why Toddlers Really Throw Tantrums 59 59 Why Toddlers Really Throw Tantrums full 24a7df66-1f00-40e5-953b-47266b8d8424 https://share.transistor.fm/s/68a372e1 You may think you know the cause behind your toddler's meltdowns, but do you really?

In this episode, Heather discusses the real reasons behind your toddler's tantrums and they may not be what you think!

Is your toddler really upset that he got the blue cup instead of the green one or is he frustrated that he just can't seem to communicate what he wants?

Is your toddler really upset with her toy or does she just not know how to wait patiently to go to the park?

Most of the time, our toddler's tantrums aren't really what they seem on the surface, so we have to dig down deeper to the root issue to figure out how to support our toddlers better and help them to tantrum less.

If you think you've got your toddler's tantrums figured out, then you may be more than a little surprised once you hear this episode!

It's time to get out your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in parenting your toddler with grace and calm.

And come check out Heather's brand new mini-course, Transform Tantrums: A Listening Toddler In 7 Days! If you're ready to stop the meltdowns and finally enjoy more peaceful days with your toddler, then this is a course you don't want to miss! Take advantage of the pre-sale price now before it's gone and the price goes up!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> You may think you know the cause behind your toddler's meltdowns, but do you really?

In this episode, Heather discusses the real reasons behind your toddler's tantrums and they may not be what you think!

Is your toddler really upset that he got the blue cup instead of the green one or is he frustrated that he just can't seem to communicate what he wants?

Is your toddler really upset with her toy or does she just not know how to wait patiently to go to the park?

Most of the time, our toddler's tantrums aren't really what they seem on the surface, so we have to dig down deeper to the root issue to figure out how to support our toddlers better and help them to tantrum less.

If you think you've got your toddler's tantrums figured out, then you may be more than a little surprised once you hear this episode!

It's time to get out your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in parenting your toddler with grace and calm.

And come check out Heather's brand new mini-course, Transform Tantrums: A Listening Toddler In 7 Days! If you're ready to stop the meltdowns and finally enjoy more peaceful days with your toddler, then this is a course you don't want to miss! Take advantage of the pre-sale price now before it's gone and the price goes up!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 13 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 680 You may think you know the cause behind your toddler's meltdowns, but do you really?

In this episode, Heather discusses the real reasons behind your toddler's tantrums and they may not be what you think!

Is your toddler really upset that he got the blue cup instead of the green one or is he frustrated that he just can't seem to communicate what he wants?

Is your toddler really upset with her toy or does she just not know how to wait patiently to go to the park?

Most of the time, our toddler's tantrums aren't really what they seem on the surface, so we have to dig down deeper to the root issue to figure out how to support our toddlers better and help them to tantrum less.

If you think you've got your toddler's tantrums figured out, then you may be more than a little surprised once you hear this episode!

It's time to get out your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in parenting your toddler with grace and calm.

And come check out Heather's brand new mini-course, Transform Tantrums: A Listening Toddler In 7 Days! If you're ready to stop the meltdowns and finally enjoy more peaceful days with your toddler, then this is a course you don't want to miss! Take advantage of the pre-sale price now before it's gone and the price goes up!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No 4 Misconceptions About Helping Toddlers Listen More & Tantrum Less 58 58 4 Misconceptions About Helping Toddlers Listen More & Tantrum Less full 1b6cf570-f7f5-49c6-a459-9da0edd902a2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/60505c6c You might be surprised to find that there are some pretty common misconceptions about what it means to help toddlers listen more and tantrum less.

Even though we may all want our toddlers to be better listeners and throw fewer tantrums, our beliefs around how to do that and why affect our approach and the methods we use.

Whether you believe that kids will be kids or that they should know better, your perception will determine how you guide your toddler through difficult emotions.

Join Heather in this episode as she discusses 4 common misconceptions parents often have around helping toddlers listen more and tantrum less, and the two camps most parents fall into!

If you feel like you've been trying everything to get your toddler to listen to you more and have fewer tantrums, but nothing seems to be working, then this is an episode you won't want to miss!

It's time to get out your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in parenting your toddler with grace and calm.

And be sure to sign up for the next 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class workshop and get your free guide to stopping aggressive toddler behavior and tantrums!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> You might be surprised to find that there are some pretty common misconceptions about what it means to help toddlers listen more and tantrum less.

Even though we may all want our toddlers to be better listeners and throw fewer tantrums, our beliefs around how to do that and why affect our approach and the methods we use.

Whether you believe that kids will be kids or that they should know better, your perception will determine how you guide your toddler through difficult emotions.

Join Heather in this episode as she discusses 4 common misconceptions parents often have around helping toddlers listen more and tantrum less, and the two camps most parents fall into!

If you feel like you've been trying everything to get your toddler to listen to you more and have fewer tantrums, but nothing seems to be working, then this is an episode you won't want to miss!

It's time to get out your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in parenting your toddler with grace and calm.

And be sure to sign up for the next 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class workshop and get your free guide to stopping aggressive toddler behavior and tantrums!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 06 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 639 You might be surprised to find that there are some pretty common misconceptions about what it means to help toddlers listen more and tantrum less.

Even though we may all want our toddlers to be better listeners and throw fewer tantrums, our beliefs around how to do that and why affect our approach and the methods we use.

Whether you believe that kids will be kids or that they should know better, your perception will determine how you guide your toddler through difficult emotions.

Join Heather in this episode as she discusses 4 common misconceptions parents often have around helping toddlers listen more and tantrum less, and the two camps most parents fall into!

If you feel like you've been trying everything to get your toddler to listen to you more and have fewer tantrums, but nothing seems to be working, then this is an episode you won't want to miss!

It's time to get out your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool in parenting your toddler with grace and calm.

And be sure to sign up for the next 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class workshop and get your free guide to stopping aggressive toddler behavior and tantrums!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Healing Your Body After Baby with Clare Samol and Heather Thompson 57 57 Healing Your Body After Baby with Clare Samol and Heather Thompson full f2160b7e-d9dc-4b5f-98de-e881d921dff1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fd52f501 No matter how old your baby is, it's never too late to heal your postpartum body.

Through the many physical and hormonal changes that occur throughout pregnancy, our bodies can easily become depleted and distressed during the postpartum period.

Even years later, our bodies can still feel the effects of pregnancy and the stress it creates.

Join Heather in this enlightening and encouraging episode as she sits down with Clare Samol and Heather Thompson to discuss the many ways our bodies can become depleted post-pregnancy and how we can start healing and caring for our bodies now, even if it's been years since pregnancy.

From learning key tips for healing diastasis recti to strengthening your body and restoring mineral depletion, you'll walk away knowing how to start feeling better and take control of your health once again!

It's time to bring out your toolkit and make room for another helpful parenting tool because a mom that feels good in her body is a mom that can more easily parent from a place of grace!

And be sure to sign up for the next 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class workshop and get your free guide to stopping aggressive toddler behavior and tantrums!


About Clare and Heather:

Clare - "Hi, I'm Clare Samol and I am a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner as well as a Holistic Health Coach.

My training comes from Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, a methodology that investigates healing opportunities within your body’s systems, and the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, which pursues a holistic health approach focusing on the interactions between food and wellness.

While these organizations represent my formal training, my own personal experience with holistic health began years before when I suffered from chronic stomach pain and was never given any real answers on what to do. It was my first understanding in how diet, stress, and environment can have a major impact on our health."


Heather - "Hi! I’m Heather and have been teaching Pilates since 1999. I am a Mother of 2 boys and I own this wonderful business where I get to help people find their groove again. After my first was born, I healed my Diastasis Recti and pelvic floor using the methods I have learned through Pilates and other DR work. After my second, I was so busy with the first, I had a much harder time healing my DR. After 3 years and still not loving the way everything looked, I dove deeper.

I lift, CrossFit, and practice Pilates. My core was strong, but after having two babies late in the game (my first came when I was 37 and the second right before I tuned 40), I lost more elasticity than I was willing to admit. The work I had done was working to a point and halting.

I found Sarah Duvall’s Postpartum Exercise Specialist Certification program and through what I have learned from her and my own experience, I have been developing a system to help mamas heal their pelvic floor and Diastasis, help answer those embarrassing questions as to why I pee when I jump, and empower these mamas to feel strong and beautiful."


Connect with Clare and Heather on Facebook and Instagram @mamacarecomplete or check them out on their website at www.mamacarecomplete.com.


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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No matter how old your baby is, it's never too late to heal your postpartum body.

Through the many physical and hormonal changes that occur throughout pregnancy, our bodies can easily become depleted and distressed during the postpartum period.

Even years later, our bodies can still feel the effects of pregnancy and the stress it creates.

Join Heather in this enlightening and encouraging episode as she sits down with Clare Samol and Heather Thompson to discuss the many ways our bodies can become depleted post-pregnancy and how we can start healing and caring for our bodies now, even if it's been years since pregnancy.

From learning key tips for healing diastasis recti to strengthening your body and restoring mineral depletion, you'll walk away knowing how to start feeling better and take control of your health once again!

It's time to bring out your toolkit and make room for another helpful parenting tool because a mom that feels good in her body is a mom that can more easily parent from a place of grace!

And be sure to sign up for the next 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class workshop and get your free guide to stopping aggressive toddler behavior and tantrums!


About Clare and Heather:

Clare - "Hi, I'm Clare Samol and I am a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner as well as a Holistic Health Coach.

My training comes from Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, a methodology that investigates healing opportunities within your body’s systems, and the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, which pursues a holistic health approach focusing on the interactions between food and wellness.

While these organizations represent my formal training, my own personal experience with holistic health began years before when I suffered from chronic stomach pain and was never given any real answers on what to do. It was my first understanding in how diet, stress, and environment can have a major impact on our health."


Heather - "Hi! I’m Heather and have been teaching Pilates since 1999. I am a Mother of 2 boys and I own this wonderful business where I get to help people find their groove again. After my first was born, I healed my Diastasis Recti and pelvic floor using the methods I have learned through Pilates and other DR work. After my second, I was so busy with the first, I had a much harder time healing my DR. After 3 years and still not loving the way everything looked, I dove deeper.

I lift, CrossFit, and practice Pilates. My core was strong, but after having two babies late in the game (my first came when I was 37 and the second right before I tuned 40), I lost more elasticity than I was willing to admit. The work I had done was working to a point and halting.

I found Sarah Duvall’s Postpartum Exercise Specialist Certification program and through what I have learned from her and my own experience, I have been developing a system to help mamas heal their pelvic floor and Diastasis, help answer those embarrassing questions as to why I pee when I jump, and empower these mamas to feel strong and beautiful."


Connect with Clare and Heather on Facebook and Instagram @mamacarecomplete or check them out on their website at www.mamacarecomplete.com.


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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 23 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2414 No matter how old your baby is, it's never too late to heal your postpartum body.

Through the many physical and hormonal changes that occur throughout pregnancy, our bodies can easily become depleted and distressed during the postpartum period.

Even years later, our bodies can still feel the effects of pregnancy and the stress it creates.

Join Heather in this enlightening and encouraging episode as she sits down with Clare Samol and Heather Thompson to discuss the many ways our bodies can become depleted post-pregnancy and how we can start healing and caring for our bodies now, even if it's been years since pregnancy.

From learning key tips for healing diastasis recti to strengthening your body and restoring mineral depletion, you'll walk away knowing how to start feeling better and take control of your health once again!

It's time to bring out your toolkit and make room for another helpful parenting tool because a mom that feels good in her body is a mom that can more easily parent from a place of grace!

And be sure to sign up for the next 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class workshop and get your free guide to stopping aggressive toddler behavior and tantrums!


About Clare and Heather:

Clare - "Hi, I'm Clare Samol and I am a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner as well as a Holistic Health Coach.

My training comes from Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, a methodology that investigates healing opportunities within your body’s systems, and the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, which pursues a holistic health approach focusing on the interactions between food and wellness.

While these organizations represent my formal training, my own personal experience with holistic health began years before when I suffered from chronic stomach pain and was never given any real answers on what to do. It was my first understanding in how diet, stress, and environment can have a major impact on our health."


Heather - "Hi! I’m Heather and have been teaching Pilates since 1999. I am a Mother of 2 boys and I own this wonderful business where I get to help people find their groove again. After my first was born, I healed my Diastasis Recti and pelvic floor using the methods I have learned through Pilates and other DR work. After my second, I was so busy with the first, I had a much harder time healing my DR. After 3 years and still not loving the way everything looked, I dove deeper.

I lift, CrossFit, and practice Pilates. My core was strong, but after having two babies late in the game (my first came when I was 37 and the second right before I tuned 40), I lost more elasticity than I was willing to admit. The work I had done was working to a point and halting.

I found Sarah Duvall’s Postpartum Exercise Specialist Certification program and through what I have learned from her and my own experience, I have been developing a system to help mamas heal their pelvic floor and Diastasis, help answer those embarrassing questions as to why I pee when I jump, and empower these mamas to feel strong and beautiful."


Connect with Clare and Heather on Facebook and Instagram @mamacarecomplete or check them out on their website at www.mamacarecomplete.com.


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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Toddlers Competing for Attention 56 56 Toddlers Competing for Attention full 48551974-ef3a-4b9f-879a-8cef48d181da https://share.transistor.fm/s/9851f977 Competing for attention and affection is not uncommon among twin toddlers or even toddlers that are just close in age.

When one toddler wants hugs and kisses from mom, the other one is usually not too far behind.

And when one toddler gets hurt during playtime or even when bickering with their sibling, you have to manage comforting one while navigating conflict resolution with the other.

So how do we manage this constant feeling of being pulled in a million different directions and give equal attention to multiple toddlers who have very different needs?

Join Heather in this episode as she discusses some simple yet effective strategies for how to navigate the fine line of providing enough care and attention to your toddlers without getting stuck in a cycle of stress and exhaustion.

It's time to grab your toolbox and make room for another helpful tool for parenting with grace and calm!

Don't forget to leave a 5-star review of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast to join in the celebration of our one-year anniversary and be entered in to win one of several fabulous prizes! Be sure to take a screenshot of your review and email to heather@twinmomroadmap.com or post in the comments below!

And be sure to sign up for the next 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class workshop and get your free guide to stopping aggressive toddler behavior and tantrums!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Competing for attention and affection is not uncommon among twin toddlers or even toddlers that are just close in age.

When one toddler wants hugs and kisses from mom, the other one is usually not too far behind.

And when one toddler gets hurt during playtime or even when bickering with their sibling, you have to manage comforting one while navigating conflict resolution with the other.

So how do we manage this constant feeling of being pulled in a million different directions and give equal attention to multiple toddlers who have very different needs?

Join Heather in this episode as she discusses some simple yet effective strategies for how to navigate the fine line of providing enough care and attention to your toddlers without getting stuck in a cycle of stress and exhaustion.

It's time to grab your toolbox and make room for another helpful tool for parenting with grace and calm!

Don't forget to leave a 5-star review of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast to join in the celebration of our one-year anniversary and be entered in to win one of several fabulous prizes! Be sure to take a screenshot of your review and email to heather@twinmomroadmap.com or post in the comments below!

And be sure to sign up for the next 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class workshop and get your free guide to stopping aggressive toddler behavior and tantrums!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 16 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1150 Competing for attention and affection is not uncommon among twin toddlers or even toddlers that are just close in age.

When one toddler wants hugs and kisses from mom, the other one is usually not too far behind.

And when one toddler gets hurt during playtime or even when bickering with their sibling, you have to manage comforting one while navigating conflict resolution with the other.

So how do we manage this constant feeling of being pulled in a million different directions and give equal attention to multiple toddlers who have very different needs?

Join Heather in this episode as she discusses some simple yet effective strategies for how to navigate the fine line of providing enough care and attention to your toddlers without getting stuck in a cycle of stress and exhaustion.

It's time to grab your toolbox and make room for another helpful tool for parenting with grace and calm!

Don't forget to leave a 5-star review of the Toddler Toolkit Podcast to join in the celebration of our one-year anniversary and be entered in to win one of several fabulous prizes! Be sure to take a screenshot of your review and email to heather@twinmomroadmap.com or post in the comments below!

And be sure to sign up for the next 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class workshop and get your free guide to stopping aggressive toddler behavior and tantrums!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No 7 Toddler Milestones You Need to Know: Ages 2½ to 3½ 55 55 7 Toddler Milestones You Need to Know: Ages 2½ to 3½ full c39edcd4-1146-4be1-9318-3b006686d12a https://share.transistor.fm/s/c75334c0 It's the Toddler Toolkit one-year celebration episode!

Come join in the fun and celebrate the podcast's first birthday with Heather as she dives into 7 key milestones to look out for between ages 2 1/2 and 3 1/2, and shares some fun toddler bloopers with her own twin boys from the past year.

Also, be entered in to win a fun prize for the podcast's birthday by leaving a review! Write a short, 5-star review for Toddler Toolkit Podcast and share a screenshot with us to be entered in to win Heather's brand new course! Winner will be chosen on October 17th.

Thank you for one year, toddler parents! We are so grateful you've gone on this journey with us and look forward to sharing even more with you!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> It's the Toddler Toolkit one-year celebration episode!

Come join in the fun and celebrate the podcast's first birthday with Heather as she dives into 7 key milestones to look out for between ages 2 1/2 and 3 1/2, and shares some fun toddler bloopers with her own twin boys from the past year.

Also, be entered in to win a fun prize for the podcast's birthday by leaving a review! Write a short, 5-star review for Toddler Toolkit Podcast and share a screenshot with us to be entered in to win Heather's brand new course! Winner will be chosen on October 17th.

Thank you for one year, toddler parents! We are so grateful you've gone on this journey with us and look forward to sharing even more with you!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 09 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2005 It's the Toddler Toolkit one-year celebration episode!

Come join in the fun and celebrate the podcast's first birthday with Heather as she dives into 7 key milestones to look out for between ages 2 1/2 and 3 1/2, and shares some fun toddler bloopers with her own twin boys from the past year.

Also, be entered in to win a fun prize for the podcast's birthday by leaving a review! Write a short, 5-star review for Toddler Toolkit Podcast and share a screenshot with us to be entered in to win Heather's brand new course! Winner will be chosen on October 17th.

Thank you for one year, toddler parents! We are so grateful you've gone on this journey with us and look forward to sharing even more with you!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Pregnancy Loss and Grief with Sabrina Fletcher 54 54 Pregnancy Loss and Grief with Sabrina Fletcher full b927a56d-2347-4b42-9deb-5196e2f80fcd https://share.transistor.fm/s/955ee3bb October is pregnancy loss awareness month and we're here to spread light, love, and comfort to every parent who has experienced or is currently experiencing the grief of loss.

Join Heather as she discusses this sensitive topic with guest, Sabrina Fletcher, a pregnancy loss doula and companion. In this interview, Heather and Sabrina acknowledge and recognize the pain and hardship of losing a pregnancy, discuss ways to celebrate and remember your baby, and give tips on how to support someone you know who is going through pregnancy loss.

They also touch on the risks associated with twin pregnancy, the difficult reality of losing one or both babies in the womb, and how to find the support you need to grieve and heal.

If you or someone you know has been through or is currently going through a pregnancy loss, we hope this episode will bring you comfort as you honor your pain and your loss.

About Sabrina:
Sabrina Fletcher is a pregnancy loss companion, specifically helping families in the tragic heartbreak of a loss of a wanted pregnancy due to health or medical reasons. Sabrina creates and facilitates support groups and works 1on1 with clients, guiding families through integrating the devastating loss of a baby/pregnancy.

Connect with Sabrina on her website, Instagram, Facebook, and podcast!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> October is pregnancy loss awareness month and we're here to spread light, love, and comfort to every parent who has experienced or is currently experiencing the grief of loss.

Join Heather as she discusses this sensitive topic with guest, Sabrina Fletcher, a pregnancy loss doula and companion. In this interview, Heather and Sabrina acknowledge and recognize the pain and hardship of losing a pregnancy, discuss ways to celebrate and remember your baby, and give tips on how to support someone you know who is going through pregnancy loss.

They also touch on the risks associated with twin pregnancy, the difficult reality of losing one or both babies in the womb, and how to find the support you need to grieve and heal.

If you or someone you know has been through or is currently going through a pregnancy loss, we hope this episode will bring you comfort as you honor your pain and your loss.

About Sabrina:
Sabrina Fletcher is a pregnancy loss companion, specifically helping families in the tragic heartbreak of a loss of a wanted pregnancy due to health or medical reasons. Sabrina creates and facilitates support groups and works 1on1 with clients, guiding families through integrating the devastating loss of a baby/pregnancy.

Connect with Sabrina on her website, Instagram, Facebook, and podcast!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 02 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2550 October is pregnancy loss awareness month and we're here to spread light, love, and comfort to every parent who has experienced or is currently experiencing the grief of loss.

Join Heather as she discusses this sensitive topic with guest, Sabrina Fletcher, a pregnancy loss doula and companion. In this interview, Heather and Sabrina acknowledge and recognize the pain and hardship of losing a pregnancy, discuss ways to celebrate and remember your baby, and give tips on how to support someone you know who is going through pregnancy loss.

They also touch on the risks associated with twin pregnancy, the difficult reality of losing one or both babies in the womb, and how to find the support you need to grieve and heal.

If you or someone you know has been through or is currently going through a pregnancy loss, we hope this episode will bring you comfort as you honor your pain and your loss.

About Sabrina:
Sabrina Fletcher is a pregnancy loss companion, specifically helping families in the tragic heartbreak of a loss of a wanted pregnancy due to health or medical reasons. Sabrina creates and facilitates support groups and works 1on1 with clients, guiding families through integrating the devastating loss of a baby/pregnancy.

Connect with Sabrina on her website, Instagram, Facebook, and podcast!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Parenting Complex Kids: Break the Stress Cycle with Diane Dempster 53 53 Parenting Complex Kids: Break the Stress Cycle with Diane Dempster full 938d0d2b-1846-4416-95df-ced1f2d2d8c3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/947f5037 Parenting a complex, or neurodivergent, child is full of its own unique challenges and obstacles that add onto the many routine challenges we already face as parents everyday.

When we don't know how to support our children in the best way, or don't understand the why behind our children's behavior, we often get caught up in a cycle of stress, frustration, overwhelm, and anger.

The key to breaking the stress cycle is to gain a deeper understanding of why our children do what they do and gather the right tools for guiding them in a way that makes sense for them.

In this episode, Heather sits down with parenting coach Diane Dempster to discuss how to best guide and facilitate neurodiverse ("neuro-spicy" as Diane likes to call it!) children in shifting difficult behavior and finding better ways to cope.

Come join in the conversation to discover how you can lead your complex child more effectively from a place of true calm, mindfulness, and grace!

Don't forget to grab your free 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and Guide to start making changes right now!

About Diane:
Diane Dempster, MHSA, CPC, PCC is a professional coach, speaker, author, and educator with 20 years of corporate leadership experience. Diane is the co-founder of ImpactParents.com, a coaching & training organization for parenting neurodiverse kids, and co-host of the Parenting with Impact Podcast. Through her work with ImpactParents, she teaches a relationship-first - neurodiversity informed - coach approach to parents and professionals, blending behavior management with change management, so that concerned adults can empower kids, teens & young adults to become independent and successful. An experienced leader, spiritual wanderer, change agent and all-around life-sherpa, Diane helps clients create deep, inside-out, sustainable change.

Connect with Diane on her website, podcast, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Pinterest!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Parenting a complex, or neurodivergent, child is full of its own unique challenges and obstacles that add onto the many routine challenges we already face as parents everyday.

When we don't know how to support our children in the best way, or don't understand the why behind our children's behavior, we often get caught up in a cycle of stress, frustration, overwhelm, and anger.

The key to breaking the stress cycle is to gain a deeper understanding of why our children do what they do and gather the right tools for guiding them in a way that makes sense for them.

In this episode, Heather sits down with parenting coach Diane Dempster to discuss how to best guide and facilitate neurodiverse ("neuro-spicy" as Diane likes to call it!) children in shifting difficult behavior and finding better ways to cope.

Come join in the conversation to discover how you can lead your complex child more effectively from a place of true calm, mindfulness, and grace!

Don't forget to grab your free 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and Guide to start making changes right now!

About Diane:
Diane Dempster, MHSA, CPC, PCC is a professional coach, speaker, author, and educator with 20 years of corporate leadership experience. Diane is the co-founder of ImpactParents.com, a coaching & training organization for parenting neurodiverse kids, and co-host of the Parenting with Impact Podcast. Through her work with ImpactParents, she teaches a relationship-first - neurodiversity informed - coach approach to parents and professionals, blending behavior management with change management, so that concerned adults can empower kids, teens & young adults to become independent and successful. An experienced leader, spiritual wanderer, change agent and all-around life-sherpa, Diane helps clients create deep, inside-out, sustainable change.

Connect with Diane on her website, podcast, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Pinterest!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 25 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2947 Parenting a complex, or neurodivergent, child is full of its own unique challenges and obstacles that add onto the many routine challenges we already face as parents everyday.

When we don't know how to support our children in the best way, or don't understand the why behind our children's behavior, we often get caught up in a cycle of stress, frustration, overwhelm, and anger.

The key to breaking the stress cycle is to gain a deeper understanding of why our children do what they do and gather the right tools for guiding them in a way that makes sense for them.

In this episode, Heather sits down with parenting coach Diane Dempster to discuss how to best guide and facilitate neurodiverse ("neuro-spicy" as Diane likes to call it!) children in shifting difficult behavior and finding better ways to cope.

Come join in the conversation to discover how you can lead your complex child more effectively from a place of true calm, mindfulness, and grace!

Don't forget to grab your free 3 Steps to a Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Free Class and Guide to start making changes right now!

About Diane:
Diane Dempster, MHSA, CPC, PCC is a professional coach, speaker, author, and educator with 20 years of corporate leadership experience. Diane is the co-founder of ImpactParents.com, a coaching & training organization for parenting neurodiverse kids, and co-host of the Parenting with Impact Podcast. Through her work with ImpactParents, she teaches a relationship-first - neurodiversity informed - coach approach to parents and professionals, blending behavior management with change management, so that concerned adults can empower kids, teens & young adults to become independent and successful. An experienced leader, spiritual wanderer, change agent and all-around life-sherpa, Diane helps clients create deep, inside-out, sustainable change.

Connect with Diane on her website, podcast, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Pinterest!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No The #1 Parenting Regret You Can Skip with Your Toddler 52 52 The #1 Parenting Regret You Can Skip with Your Toddler full 640577de-ffe7-4565-bcfb-ed7543819e9f https://share.transistor.fm/s/d5db1ba1 Are you making this mistake with your toddler?


This parenting tactic often becomes the biggest regret for many parents as their children grow into teens and then adults.


It often causes a rift in the parent-child relationship, creates shame-based beliefs for children, and stops them from developing their natural gifts and strengths.


Rather than playing against our children’s strengths to change their behavior, what if we leaned into their strengths and helped them develop those strengths the right way?


Join Heather in this episode as she discusses a topic close to her heart and one she feels every parent should be aware of.


Pull out your toolbox and make room for another helpful resource to have in your mindful parenting arsenal!


If you're ready to stop difficult behavior for good, sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Collaborative Cohort today! Get answers to all of your most pressing questions when it comes to your toddler's behavior and learn key strategies for stopping aggressive behavior and tantrums tailored to your toddler's specific needs!

And don't forget to grab your free Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop and Guide to start making changes right now!

Timestamp:


0:00 - Intro

1:49 - Developing Our Children’s Strengths

5:00 - Shifting the Focus

8:30 - The Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop

9:33 - The Spilt Milk Predicament

14:35 - Getting Quick Wins

17:30 - Outro


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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.


]]> Are you making this mistake with your toddler?


This parenting tactic often becomes the biggest regret for many parents as their children grow into teens and then adults.


It often causes a rift in the parent-child relationship, creates shame-based beliefs for children, and stops them from developing their natural gifts and strengths.


Rather than playing against our children’s strengths to change their behavior, what if we leaned into their strengths and helped them develop those strengths the right way?


Join Heather in this episode as she discusses a topic close to her heart and one she feels every parent should be aware of.


Pull out your toolbox and make room for another helpful resource to have in your mindful parenting arsenal!


If you're ready to stop difficult behavior for good, sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Collaborative Cohort today! Get answers to all of your most pressing questions when it comes to your toddler's behavior and learn key strategies for stopping aggressive behavior and tantrums tailored to your toddler's specific needs!

And don't forget to grab your free Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop and Guide to start making changes right now!

Timestamp:


0:00 - Intro

1:49 - Developing Our Children’s Strengths

5:00 - Shifting the Focus

8:30 - The Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop

9:33 - The Spilt Milk Predicament

14:35 - Getting Quick Wins

17:30 - Outro


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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.


]]> Wed, 18 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1078 Are you making this mistake with your toddler?


This parenting tactic often becomes the biggest regret for many parents as their children grow into teens and then adults.


It often causes a rift in the parent-child relationship, creates shame-based beliefs for children, and stops them from developing their natural gifts and strengths.


Rather than playing against our children’s strengths to change their behavior, what if we leaned into their strengths and helped them develop those strengths the right way?


Join Heather in this episode as she discusses a topic close to her heart and one she feels every parent should be aware of.


Pull out your toolbox and make room for another helpful resource to have in your mindful parenting arsenal!


If you're ready to stop difficult behavior for good, sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Collaborative Cohort today! Get answers to all of your most pressing questions when it comes to your toddler's behavior and learn key strategies for stopping aggressive behavior and tantrums tailored to your toddler's specific needs!

And don't forget to grab your free Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop and Guide to start making changes right now!

Timestamp:


0:00 - Intro

1:49 - Developing Our Children’s Strengths

5:00 - Shifting the Focus

8:30 - The Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop

9:33 - The Spilt Milk Predicament

14:35 - Getting Quick Wins

17:30 - Outro


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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.


]]> No How to Cheer for Your Child and Grow as a Family with Julia Magnay 51 51 How to Cheer for Your Child and Grow as a Family with Julia Magnay full 11201949-9a45-4a2a-9b62-e69dcc955aaf https://share.transistor.fm/s/a9dff5fe Cheering for your child sounds like such a simple thing. We all want what's best for our kids, right?

But sometimes, it can be difficult to know what words to say or actions to take to show our children the support they need in the way they need it.

And when we can learn and grow together as a family, we experience rich relationships that bring us and our children joy and fulfillment.

So how can we cheer our children on and grow together as a family?

Join Heather in this episode as she sits down with her guest, Julia, to discuss these ideas, learn some key strategies for supporting our children in they way they need it the most, and how to integrate family-focused learning into your home life!

If you've been looking for ideas on how to grow closer together as a family and do more of life together, then this is an episode you won't want to miss!

If you're ready to stop the behavior for good, sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Collaborative Cohort today! Get answers to all of your most pressing questions when it comes to your toddler's behavior and learn key strategies for stopping aggressive behavior and tantrums tailored to your toddler's specific needs!

And don't forget to grab your free Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop and Guide to start making changes right now!

About Julia:
Julia is a home educating mum of two girls and the founder of The Family Enrichment Hub, a family-focused learning platform that shares courses and resources from excellent teachers, coaches and educators to help enrich the lives of every member of the family. During her own self-development, parenting and home educating journeys, Julia wished that everyone had access to the sort of teachers and coaches she had and so decided to help share their wisdom and insights. Julia believes that there is so much we can do to support children and help them to create beautiful, fulfilled, happy lives, which will create a ripple effect and positively impact the world. Julia’s mission is to bring together and share these tools and insights to create this effect.

Learn more about The Family Enrichment Hub here!
Follow Julia on IG, FB, and YouTube @thefamilyenrichmenthub
Join the Family Enrichment FB group here!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Cheering for your child sounds like such a simple thing. We all want what's best for our kids, right?

But sometimes, it can be difficult to know what words to say or actions to take to show our children the support they need in the way they need it.

And when we can learn and grow together as a family, we experience rich relationships that bring us and our children joy and fulfillment.

So how can we cheer our children on and grow together as a family?

Join Heather in this episode as she sits down with her guest, Julia, to discuss these ideas, learn some key strategies for supporting our children in they way they need it the most, and how to integrate family-focused learning into your home life!

If you've been looking for ideas on how to grow closer together as a family and do more of life together, then this is an episode you won't want to miss!

If you're ready to stop the behavior for good, sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Collaborative Cohort today! Get answers to all of your most pressing questions when it comes to your toddler's behavior and learn key strategies for stopping aggressive behavior and tantrums tailored to your toddler's specific needs!

And don't forget to grab your free Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop and Guide to start making changes right now!

About Julia:
Julia is a home educating mum of two girls and the founder of The Family Enrichment Hub, a family-focused learning platform that shares courses and resources from excellent teachers, coaches and educators to help enrich the lives of every member of the family. During her own self-development, parenting and home educating journeys, Julia wished that everyone had access to the sort of teachers and coaches she had and so decided to help share their wisdom and insights. Julia believes that there is so much we can do to support children and help them to create beautiful, fulfilled, happy lives, which will create a ripple effect and positively impact the world. Julia’s mission is to bring together and share these tools and insights to create this effect.

Learn more about The Family Enrichment Hub here!
Follow Julia on IG, FB, and YouTube @thefamilyenrichmenthub
Join the Family Enrichment FB group here!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 11 Sep 2024 13:31:14 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2874 Cheering for your child sounds like such a simple thing. We all want what's best for our kids, right?

But sometimes, it can be difficult to know what words to say or actions to take to show our children the support they need in the way they need it.

And when we can learn and grow together as a family, we experience rich relationships that bring us and our children joy and fulfillment.

So how can we cheer our children on and grow together as a family?

Join Heather in this episode as she sits down with her guest, Julia, to discuss these ideas, learn some key strategies for supporting our children in they way they need it the most, and how to integrate family-focused learning into your home life!

If you've been looking for ideas on how to grow closer together as a family and do more of life together, then this is an episode you won't want to miss!

If you're ready to stop the behavior for good, sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Collaborative Cohort today! Get answers to all of your most pressing questions when it comes to your toddler's behavior and learn key strategies for stopping aggressive behavior and tantrums tailored to your toddler's specific needs!

And don't forget to grab your free Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop and Guide to start making changes right now!

About Julia:
Julia is a home educating mum of two girls and the founder of The Family Enrichment Hub, a family-focused learning platform that shares courses and resources from excellent teachers, coaches and educators to help enrich the lives of every member of the family. During her own self-development, parenting and home educating journeys, Julia wished that everyone had access to the sort of teachers and coaches she had and so decided to help share their wisdom and insights. Julia believes that there is so much we can do to support children and help them to create beautiful, fulfilled, happy lives, which will create a ripple effect and positively impact the world. Julia’s mission is to bring together and share these tools and insights to create this effect.

Learn more about The Family Enrichment Hub here!
Follow Julia on IG, FB, and YouTube @thefamilyenrichmenthub
Join the Family Enrichment FB group here!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No A Toddler That Talks Back, is Strong-Willed, and Gets Physical 50 50 A Toddler That Talks Back, is Strong-Willed, and Gets Physical full 9ee55994-07d4-4468-837c-b6b454d4a1e9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/963621db Is your strong-willed child making you want to rip your hair out and throw in the towel with this whole parenting thing?

A toddler who talks back, makes seemingly simple activities the most challenging, or who gets physically violent with themselves or others can cause any parent to want to give up.

Navigating your toddler's heightened emotions, tantrums, and violent tendencies is mentally and emotionally draining and disheartening.

We want our children to be happy, healthy, and thriving! So what do we do when we just don't know how to change this type of frustrating behavior?

Join Heather as she dives into this complex topic and breaks it down!

From discovering the deeper emotions and thoughts that go on in our toddlers' brains to understanding four of the nine toddler temperament traits that can contribute to toddler behavior, Heather helps us to get a better grasp of what's really going on and how we can make the right changes to help our toddlers thrive.

And if you'd like some helpful insight into your toddler's specific behavioral challenges, come join Heather in her live Hot Seat Help session! Get answers to your most urgent questions and discover simple strategies for working with your toddler's unique personality!

If you're ready to stop the behavior for good, sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Collaborative Cohort today and get early bird pricing for the next session starting in September! Get answers to all of your most pressing questions when it comes to your toddler's behavior and learn key strategies for stopping aggressive behavior and tantrums tailored to your toddler's specific needs!

And don't forget to grab your free Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop and Guide to start making changes right now!

Timestamp:

0:00 - Intro
0:56 - Our Toddlers' Unique Personalities
2:07 - Giving More Autonomy
3:58 - Nurturing Natural Needs
6:46 - How to Lead Our Children
8:57 - Toddler Temperament Traits
11:22 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Is your strong-willed child making you want to rip your hair out and throw in the towel with this whole parenting thing?

A toddler who talks back, makes seemingly simple activities the most challenging, or who gets physically violent with themselves or others can cause any parent to want to give up.

Navigating your toddler's heightened emotions, tantrums, and violent tendencies is mentally and emotionally draining and disheartening.

We want our children to be happy, healthy, and thriving! So what do we do when we just don't know how to change this type of frustrating behavior?

Join Heather as she dives into this complex topic and breaks it down!

From discovering the deeper emotions and thoughts that go on in our toddlers' brains to understanding four of the nine toddler temperament traits that can contribute to toddler behavior, Heather helps us to get a better grasp of what's really going on and how we can make the right changes to help our toddlers thrive.

And if you'd like some helpful insight into your toddler's specific behavioral challenges, come join Heather in her live Hot Seat Help session! Get answers to your most urgent questions and discover simple strategies for working with your toddler's unique personality!

If you're ready to stop the behavior for good, sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Collaborative Cohort today and get early bird pricing for the next session starting in September! Get answers to all of your most pressing questions when it comes to your toddler's behavior and learn key strategies for stopping aggressive behavior and tantrums tailored to your toddler's specific needs!

And don't forget to grab your free Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop and Guide to start making changes right now!

Timestamp:

0:00 - Intro
0:56 - Our Toddlers' Unique Personalities
2:07 - Giving More Autonomy
3:58 - Nurturing Natural Needs
6:46 - How to Lead Our Children
8:57 - Toddler Temperament Traits
11:22 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 04 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 710 Is your strong-willed child making you want to rip your hair out and throw in the towel with this whole parenting thing?

A toddler who talks back, makes seemingly simple activities the most challenging, or who gets physically violent with themselves or others can cause any parent to want to give up.

Navigating your toddler's heightened emotions, tantrums, and violent tendencies is mentally and emotionally draining and disheartening.

We want our children to be happy, healthy, and thriving! So what do we do when we just don't know how to change this type of frustrating behavior?

Join Heather as she dives into this complex topic and breaks it down!

From discovering the deeper emotions and thoughts that go on in our toddlers' brains to understanding four of the nine toddler temperament traits that can contribute to toddler behavior, Heather helps us to get a better grasp of what's really going on and how we can make the right changes to help our toddlers thrive.

And if you'd like some helpful insight into your toddler's specific behavioral challenges, come join Heather in her live Hot Seat Help session! Get answers to your most urgent questions and discover simple strategies for working with your toddler's unique personality!

If you're ready to stop the behavior for good, sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Collaborative Cohort today and get early bird pricing for the next session starting in September! Get answers to all of your most pressing questions when it comes to your toddler's behavior and learn key strategies for stopping aggressive behavior and tantrums tailored to your toddler's specific needs!

And don't forget to grab your free Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop and Guide to start making changes right now!

Timestamp:

0:00 - Intro
0:56 - Our Toddlers' Unique Personalities
2:07 - Giving More Autonomy
3:58 - Nurturing Natural Needs
6:46 - How to Lead Our Children
8:57 - Toddler Temperament Traits
11:22 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No What To Do When Your Toddler Won't Stop Throwing Food 49 49 What To Do When Your Toddler Won't Stop Throwing Food full 4105e26c-8ed8-408b-af22-bd0b383ac7df https://share.transistor.fm/s/c51c86f1 Does your toddler love to throw their food and won't stop no matter how many different parenting hacks you try?

Well then, this is the episode for you!

Using her love of psychology, research, and child development education, Heather explores the different reasons why our toddlers throw food and how we, as parents, can determine what methods really work for our unique child.

Diving into proactive strategies, toddler personality, and some personal experiences, Heather guides us in mindful parenting practices that help us view our toddler's behavior from a different perspective and how we can lovingly guide them towards alternative behaviors.

Grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your precious toddler!

If you're ready to stop the behavior for good, sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Collaborative Cohort today and get early bird pricing for the next session starting in September! Get answers to all of your most pressing questions when it comes to your toddler's behavior and learn key strategies for stopping aggressive behavior and tantrums tailored to your toddler's specific needs!

And don't forget to grab your free Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop and Guide to start making changes right now!

Timestamp:

0:00 - Intro
1:01 - Building Transferrable Skills
5:16 - The Validation-Boundary Method
7:04 - Skills We Can Teach Our Toddlers
13:17 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.


]]> Does your toddler love to throw their food and won't stop no matter how many different parenting hacks you try?

Well then, this is the episode for you!

Using her love of psychology, research, and child development education, Heather explores the different reasons why our toddlers throw food and how we, as parents, can determine what methods really work for our unique child.

Diving into proactive strategies, toddler personality, and some personal experiences, Heather guides us in mindful parenting practices that help us view our toddler's behavior from a different perspective and how we can lovingly guide them towards alternative behaviors.

Grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your precious toddler!

If you're ready to stop the behavior for good, sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Collaborative Cohort today and get early bird pricing for the next session starting in September! Get answers to all of your most pressing questions when it comes to your toddler's behavior and learn key strategies for stopping aggressive behavior and tantrums tailored to your toddler's specific needs!

And don't forget to grab your free Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop and Guide to start making changes right now!

Timestamp:

0:00 - Intro
1:01 - Building Transferrable Skills
5:16 - The Validation-Boundary Method
7:04 - Skills We Can Teach Our Toddlers
13:17 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.


]]> Wed, 28 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 825 Does your toddler love to throw their food and won't stop no matter how many different parenting hacks you try?

Well then, this is the episode for you!

Using her love of psychology, research, and child development education, Heather explores the different reasons why our toddlers throw food and how we, as parents, can determine what methods really work for our unique child.

Diving into proactive strategies, toddler personality, and some personal experiences, Heather guides us in mindful parenting practices that help us view our toddler's behavior from a different perspective and how we can lovingly guide them towards alternative behaviors.

Grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your precious toddler!

If you're ready to stop the behavior for good, sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Collaborative Cohort today and get early bird pricing for the next session starting in September! Get answers to all of your most pressing questions when it comes to your toddler's behavior and learn key strategies for stopping aggressive behavior and tantrums tailored to your toddler's specific needs!

And don't forget to grab your free Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop and Guide to start making changes right now!

Timestamp:

0:00 - Intro
1:01 - Building Transferrable Skills
5:16 - The Validation-Boundary Method
7:04 - Skills We Can Teach Our Toddlers
13:17 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.


]]> No When Public Tantrums Come Out of Nowhere 48 48 When Public Tantrums Come Out of Nowhere full ec9112b3-ddf6-471e-8696-a126a7e5396a https://share.transistor.fm/s/379765ce Tantrums that we can see coming aren't easy to deal with, but at least we know how to prepare for them.

On the other hand, tantrums that we never saw coming can be incredibly difficult and upsetting for the whole family!

So how can we navigate those public tantrums that seem to come out of nowhere and what can we do to prepare ourselves ahead of time as much as possible?

Heather answers these questions plus more in this episode!

From sharing stories of her own toddlers' unanticipated tantrums to sharing strategies for how to navigate them and getting underneath the root cause, you'll find insightful tips and mindful approaches for handling your own toddler's unexpected meltdowns with grace.

Come join in the conversation and gain some new tools to add to your toddler toolkit!

If you're ready to stop the behavior for good, sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Collaborative Cohort today and get early bird pricing for the next session starting in September! Get answers to all of your most pressing questions when it comes to your toddler's behavior and learn key strategies for stopping aggressive behavior and tantrums tailored to your toddler's specific needs!

And don't forget to grab your free Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop and Guide to start making changes right now!

Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:23 - The Seaweed Situation
1:54 - Community is Key
2:50 - Getting to the Root
3:44 - The Water Bottle Blunder
6:10 - The Salt Shaker Scenario
8:50 - The Firework Fiasco
10:50 - Finding a Solution
12:13 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Tantrums that we can see coming aren't easy to deal with, but at least we know how to prepare for them.

On the other hand, tantrums that we never saw coming can be incredibly difficult and upsetting for the whole family!

So how can we navigate those public tantrums that seem to come out of nowhere and what can we do to prepare ourselves ahead of time as much as possible?

Heather answers these questions plus more in this episode!

From sharing stories of her own toddlers' unanticipated tantrums to sharing strategies for how to navigate them and getting underneath the root cause, you'll find insightful tips and mindful approaches for handling your own toddler's unexpected meltdowns with grace.

Come join in the conversation and gain some new tools to add to your toddler toolkit!

If you're ready to stop the behavior for good, sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Collaborative Cohort today and get early bird pricing for the next session starting in September! Get answers to all of your most pressing questions when it comes to your toddler's behavior and learn key strategies for stopping aggressive behavior and tantrums tailored to your toddler's specific needs!

And don't forget to grab your free Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop and Guide to start making changes right now!

Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:23 - The Seaweed Situation
1:54 - Community is Key
2:50 - Getting to the Root
3:44 - The Water Bottle Blunder
6:10 - The Salt Shaker Scenario
8:50 - The Firework Fiasco
10:50 - Finding a Solution
12:13 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 21 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 761 Tantrums that we can see coming aren't easy to deal with, but at least we know how to prepare for them.

On the other hand, tantrums that we never saw coming can be incredibly difficult and upsetting for the whole family!

So how can we navigate those public tantrums that seem to come out of nowhere and what can we do to prepare ourselves ahead of time as much as possible?

Heather answers these questions plus more in this episode!

From sharing stories of her own toddlers' unanticipated tantrums to sharing strategies for how to navigate them and getting underneath the root cause, you'll find insightful tips and mindful approaches for handling your own toddler's unexpected meltdowns with grace.

Come join in the conversation and gain some new tools to add to your toddler toolkit!

If you're ready to stop the behavior for good, sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Collaborative Cohort today and get early bird pricing for the next session starting in September! Get answers to all of your most pressing questions when it comes to your toddler's behavior and learn key strategies for stopping aggressive behavior and tantrums tailored to your toddler's specific needs!

And don't forget to grab your free Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop and Guide to start making changes right now!

Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:23 - The Seaweed Situation
1:54 - Community is Key
2:50 - Getting to the Root
3:44 - The Water Bottle Blunder
6:10 - The Salt Shaker Scenario
8:50 - The Firework Fiasco
10:50 - Finding a Solution
12:13 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Public Tantrums: How to be Prepared 47 47 Public Tantrums: How to be Prepared full 9ec01aaa-576e-497f-aa87-4e892843c5ba https://share.transistor.fm/s/f114c9a5 Are you tired of feeling like you have to avoid public outings because your toddler seems to have a meltdown every time you go out?

Parent, you are not alone!

Join Heather in this episode as she dives into preparing for public tantrums and how to mitigate the behavior.

The key is to dig beneath the behavior and get to the root cause. When we more fully understand what's causing the meltdowns, we can be more proactive about avoiding triggers and prepare ourselves beforehand to handle the tantrums with grace.

If you're tired of feeling embarrassed every time you go out in public with your toddler or you're just plain tired of dealing with the tantrums, you've come to the right place. Listen in now for an effective strategy on how to navigate public toddler tantrums!

Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Collaborative Cohort today and get early bird pricing for the next session starting in September! Get answers to all of your most pressing questions when it comes to your toddler's behavior and learn key strategies for stopping aggressive behavior and tantrums tailored to your toddler's specific needs!

And don't forget to grab your free Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop and Guide to start making changes today!

Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:41 - Predictable Tantrums
3:11 - Some Common Triggers
8:08 - Finding Solutions Ahead of Time
15:16 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Are you tired of feeling like you have to avoid public outings because your toddler seems to have a meltdown every time you go out?

Parent, you are not alone!

Join Heather in this episode as she dives into preparing for public tantrums and how to mitigate the behavior.

The key is to dig beneath the behavior and get to the root cause. When we more fully understand what's causing the meltdowns, we can be more proactive about avoiding triggers and prepare ourselves beforehand to handle the tantrums with grace.

If you're tired of feeling embarrassed every time you go out in public with your toddler or you're just plain tired of dealing with the tantrums, you've come to the right place. Listen in now for an effective strategy on how to navigate public toddler tantrums!

Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Collaborative Cohort today and get early bird pricing for the next session starting in September! Get answers to all of your most pressing questions when it comes to your toddler's behavior and learn key strategies for stopping aggressive behavior and tantrums tailored to your toddler's specific needs!

And don't forget to grab your free Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop and Guide to start making changes today!

Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:41 - Predictable Tantrums
3:11 - Some Common Triggers
8:08 - Finding Solutions Ahead of Time
15:16 - Outro

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 14 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 945 Are you tired of feeling like you have to avoid public outings because your toddler seems to have a meltdown every time you go out?

Parent, you are not alone!

Join Heather in this episode as she dives into preparing for public tantrums and how to mitigate the behavior.

The key is to dig beneath the behavior and get to the root cause. When we more fully understand what's causing the meltdowns, we can be more proactive about avoiding triggers and prepare ourselves beforehand to handle the tantrums with grace.

If you're tired of feeling embarrassed every time you go out in public with your toddler or you're just plain tired of dealing with the tantrums, you've come to the right place. Listen in now for an effective strategy on how to navigate public toddler tantrums!

Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Collaborative Cohort today and get early bird pricing for the next session starting in September! Get answers to all of your most pressing questions when it comes to your toddler's behavior and learn key strategies for stopping aggressive behavior and tantrums tailored to your toddler's specific needs!

And don't forget to grab your free Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop and Guide to start making changes today!

Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:41 - Predictable Tantrums
3:11 - Some Common Triggers
8:08 - Finding Solutions Ahead of Time
15:16 - Outro

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No From Hits to High Fives: Redirecting Toddler Aggression with Games 46 46 From Hits to High Fives: Redirecting Toddler Aggression with Games full 572b1673-8c69-4128-aa9f-58681e3fa7fa https://share.transistor.fm/s/44f3efd3 If you've been trying to get your toddler to quit hitting you, their siblings, or even themselves, but it feels like nothing ever works, then you're in good company!

In this episode, Heather opens up about how she could not get her twin toddler to stop hitting her, even when she tried many different strategies, and how frustrating it was.

But once she tried this one new strategy, it just seemed to click with her toddler's personality and the hitting finally stopped.

Now she's sharing this strategy with you in case it could be the thing that works for you and your little one.

Come join in the conversation and create your action plan for the next time your toddler starts to hit!

And be sure to sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:42 - Understanding the Why Behind the Behavior
3:04 - Shifting the Narrative
5:06 - Stopping the Behavior
6:55 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> If you've been trying to get your toddler to quit hitting you, their siblings, or even themselves, but it feels like nothing ever works, then you're in good company!

In this episode, Heather opens up about how she could not get her twin toddler to stop hitting her, even when she tried many different strategies, and how frustrating it was.

But once she tried this one new strategy, it just seemed to click with her toddler's personality and the hitting finally stopped.

Now she's sharing this strategy with you in case it could be the thing that works for you and your little one.

Come join in the conversation and create your action plan for the next time your toddler starts to hit!

And be sure to sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:42 - Understanding the Why Behind the Behavior
3:04 - Shifting the Narrative
5:06 - Stopping the Behavior
6:55 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 07 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 444 If you've been trying to get your toddler to quit hitting you, their siblings, or even themselves, but it feels like nothing ever works, then you're in good company!

In this episode, Heather opens up about how she could not get her twin toddler to stop hitting her, even when she tried many different strategies, and how frustrating it was.

But once she tried this one new strategy, it just seemed to click with her toddler's personality and the hitting finally stopped.

Now she's sharing this strategy with you in case it could be the thing that works for you and your little one.

Come join in the conversation and create your action plan for the next time your toddler starts to hit!

And be sure to sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:42 - Understanding the Why Behind the Behavior
3:04 - Shifting the Narrative
5:06 - Stopping the Behavior
6:55 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No 20 Seconds to Yes: Getting Toddlers to Wear Helmets 45 45 20 Seconds to Yes: Getting Toddlers to Wear Helmets full 4c73991e-65b4-4f92-943f-c16e2bcbb02e https://share.transistor.fm/s/73a17ad8 Is it a struggle to get your toddler to wear a helmet when riding a bicycle or doing some other kind of outdoor activity?

Whether your toddler has sensory challenges, you have a hard time finding a helmet that fits, or your toddler just simply refuses to wear one, it can be very frustrating when you can't get your toddler to wear their helmet.

Helmets are a must to keep our toddlers safe when doing any kind of precarious activity, so what do we do to get them to wear the helmet without a fight?

Come join in the discussion as Heather shares her strategy for getting her toddler to go from refusing to wear a helmet to happily wearing one in just 20 seconds!

If you'd like to let your toddler ride their bike or play outside without worrying about their safety and getting them to wear a helmet has been a challenge for you, this is an episode you won't want to miss!

And be sure to sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:39 - When We Decided It Was Time to Wear Helmets
1:52 - Making It Fun
3:25 - Tying It to a Prior Situation
5:02 - The Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop
6:05 - Positive Association & Storytelling
6:52 - Involve Your Toddler
9:08 - Building Routine
9:57 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Is it a struggle to get your toddler to wear a helmet when riding a bicycle or doing some other kind of outdoor activity?

Whether your toddler has sensory challenges, you have a hard time finding a helmet that fits, or your toddler just simply refuses to wear one, it can be very frustrating when you can't get your toddler to wear their helmet.

Helmets are a must to keep our toddlers safe when doing any kind of precarious activity, so what do we do to get them to wear the helmet without a fight?

Come join in the discussion as Heather shares her strategy for getting her toddler to go from refusing to wear a helmet to happily wearing one in just 20 seconds!

If you'd like to let your toddler ride their bike or play outside without worrying about their safety and getting them to wear a helmet has been a challenge for you, this is an episode you won't want to miss!

And be sure to sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:39 - When We Decided It Was Time to Wear Helmets
1:52 - Making It Fun
3:25 - Tying It to a Prior Situation
5:02 - The Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop
6:05 - Positive Association & Storytelling
6:52 - Involve Your Toddler
9:08 - Building Routine
9:57 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 31 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 626 Is it a struggle to get your toddler to wear a helmet when riding a bicycle or doing some other kind of outdoor activity?

Whether your toddler has sensory challenges, you have a hard time finding a helmet that fits, or your toddler just simply refuses to wear one, it can be very frustrating when you can't get your toddler to wear their helmet.

Helmets are a must to keep our toddlers safe when doing any kind of precarious activity, so what do we do to get them to wear the helmet without a fight?

Come join in the discussion as Heather shares her strategy for getting her toddler to go from refusing to wear a helmet to happily wearing one in just 20 seconds!

If you'd like to let your toddler ride their bike or play outside without worrying about their safety and getting them to wear a helmet has been a challenge for you, this is an episode you won't want to miss!

And be sure to sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:39 - When We Decided It Was Time to Wear Helmets
1:52 - Making It Fun
3:25 - Tying It to a Prior Situation
5:02 - The Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop
6:05 - Positive Association & Storytelling
6:52 - Involve Your Toddler
9:08 - Building Routine
9:57 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Water Safety and Toddler Tantrums: Navigating Pools and Beach Days 44 44 Water Safety and Toddler Tantrums: Navigating Pools and Beach Days full 2c0062e1-086a-44de-b6f1-1f572b6d6e5c https://share.transistor.fm/s/3fa63f73 Teaching our toddlers about water safety can be a tricky task.

While going swimming can be a very enjoyable time for us with our families, it can also be a major stressor and worry for us toddler parents.

  • How can we communicate rules to our toddlers about water do's and don'ts in a way that they can understand? 
  • What do we do when our toddlers are afraid of the water and how can we encourage them to face their fears? 
  • What are the best ways to keep our toddlers safe in and around the water when they're so small and vulnerable?


Heather answers all these questions plus more in this episode! Come on in and let's discuss some safe and effective ways to navigate pools and beach days so that we can enjoy the summer with our toddlers without the stress.

If you've been worried about how to navigate water safety with your child, then this is a great episode you won't want to miss!

Be sure to sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:45 - Ideas to Enhance Your Toddler's Water Confidence
3:09 - Establishing Clear Rules
6:16 - The Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop
7:20 - Transferring Habits From the Pool to the Beach
10:05 - Tips for Boat Safety
11:31 - Handling Peer Pressure
12:53 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Teaching our toddlers about water safety can be a tricky task.

While going swimming can be a very enjoyable time for us with our families, it can also be a major stressor and worry for us toddler parents.

  • How can we communicate rules to our toddlers about water do's and don'ts in a way that they can understand? 
  • What do we do when our toddlers are afraid of the water and how can we encourage them to face their fears? 
  • What are the best ways to keep our toddlers safe in and around the water when they're so small and vulnerable?


Heather answers all these questions plus more in this episode! Come on in and let's discuss some safe and effective ways to navigate pools and beach days so that we can enjoy the summer with our toddlers without the stress.

If you've been worried about how to navigate water safety with your child, then this is a great episode you won't want to miss!

Be sure to sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:45 - Ideas to Enhance Your Toddler's Water Confidence
3:09 - Establishing Clear Rules
6:16 - The Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop
7:20 - Transferring Habits From the Pool to the Beach
10:05 - Tips for Boat Safety
11:31 - Handling Peer Pressure
12:53 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 24 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 809 Teaching our toddlers about water safety can be a tricky task.

While going swimming can be a very enjoyable time for us with our families, it can also be a major stressor and worry for us toddler parents.

  • How can we communicate rules to our toddlers about water do's and don'ts in a way that they can understand? 
  • What do we do when our toddlers are afraid of the water and how can we encourage them to face their fears? 
  • What are the best ways to keep our toddlers safe in and around the water when they're so small and vulnerable?


Heather answers all these questions plus more in this episode! Come on in and let's discuss some safe and effective ways to navigate pools and beach days so that we can enjoy the summer with our toddlers without the stress.

If you've been worried about how to navigate water safety with your child, then this is a great episode you won't want to miss!

Be sure to sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:45 - Ideas to Enhance Your Toddler's Water Confidence
3:09 - Establishing Clear Rules
6:16 - The Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop
7:20 - Transferring Habits From the Pool to the Beach
10:05 - Tips for Boat Safety
11:31 - Handling Peer Pressure
12:53 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No One Tip That Got My Reluctant Toddler to Go to Sleep 43 43 One Tip That Got My Reluctant Toddler to Go to Sleep full d56ff926-8b04-41e0-b5ad-e2d13a323279 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9e51e388 Toddler sleep transitions are difficult not just for your toddler but also for you!


Trying to navigate resistance to sleep, crankiness, night-wakings, and more can make even the most prepared parent feel lost as to how they’re going to make it through.


So how can we support our toddlers through this transition effectively while keeping our sanity and our cool?


Tune in to find out!


In this episode, Heather shares one top tip for how she got her reluctant toddler to go to sleep when he was transitioning from the crib to a toddler bed.


You may be surprised at how simple this tip is yet how effective it really can be!


If you’ve been struggling to get your toddler to go to sleep at night, this is one episode you won’t want to miss!


Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:


0:00 - Intro

0:50 - The Cause of Resisting Sleep

3:43 - A Risky Pattern

5:30 - The Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop

6:33 - The Effects of Resisting Sleep

6:58 - My One Tip

9:23 - A Bonus Tip

10:20 - Conclusion

10:46 - Outro


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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Toddler sleep transitions are difficult not just for your toddler but also for you!


Trying to navigate resistance to sleep, crankiness, night-wakings, and more can make even the most prepared parent feel lost as to how they’re going to make it through.


So how can we support our toddlers through this transition effectively while keeping our sanity and our cool?


Tune in to find out!


In this episode, Heather shares one top tip for how she got her reluctant toddler to go to sleep when he was transitioning from the crib to a toddler bed.


You may be surprised at how simple this tip is yet how effective it really can be!


If you’ve been struggling to get your toddler to go to sleep at night, this is one episode you won’t want to miss!


Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:


0:00 - Intro

0:50 - The Cause of Resisting Sleep

3:43 - A Risky Pattern

5:30 - The Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop

6:33 - The Effects of Resisting Sleep

6:58 - My One Tip

9:23 - A Bonus Tip

10:20 - Conclusion

10:46 - Outro


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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 17 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 675 Toddler sleep transitions are difficult not just for your toddler but also for you!


Trying to navigate resistance to sleep, crankiness, night-wakings, and more can make even the most prepared parent feel lost as to how they’re going to make it through.


So how can we support our toddlers through this transition effectively while keeping our sanity and our cool?


Tune in to find out!


In this episode, Heather shares one top tip for how she got her reluctant toddler to go to sleep when he was transitioning from the crib to a toddler bed.


You may be surprised at how simple this tip is yet how effective it really can be!


If you’ve been struggling to get your toddler to go to sleep at night, this is one episode you won’t want to miss!


Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:


0:00 - Intro

0:50 - The Cause of Resisting Sleep

3:43 - A Risky Pattern

5:30 - The Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop

6:33 - The Effects of Resisting Sleep

6:58 - My One Tip

9:23 - A Bonus Tip

10:20 - Conclusion

10:46 - Outro


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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Fill Your Toddler's Learning Bucket This Summer with Ease 42 42 Fill Your Toddler's Learning Bucket This Summer with Ease full 5f27b20c-0a58-4a95-9399-cbb8f56e7add https://share.transistor.fm/s/e29fa3b1 Bust the boredom for your toddler this summer with these simple yet fun and engaging learning activities!

Fill your toddler's learning bucket with a few simple techniques that you can easily incorporate into your daily routine without major preparation or mess.

Join Heather in this episode as she dives into some fun ideas you can do with your toddler this summer to bust the boredom, encourage learning, and have less meltdowns.

If you've been running out of ideas for how to keep your toddler entertained during the warm summer days, then this is an episode you don't want to miss!

Be sure to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!

And sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!


------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Bust the boredom for your toddler this summer with these simple yet fun and engaging learning activities!

Fill your toddler's learning bucket with a few simple techniques that you can easily incorporate into your daily routine without major preparation or mess.

Join Heather in this episode as she dives into some fun ideas you can do with your toddler this summer to bust the boredom, encourage learning, and have less meltdowns.

If you've been running out of ideas for how to keep your toddler entertained during the warm summer days, then this is an episode you don't want to miss!

Be sure to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!

And sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!


------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 10 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 551 Bust the boredom for your toddler this summer with these simple yet fun and engaging learning activities!

Fill your toddler's learning bucket with a few simple techniques that you can easily incorporate into your daily routine without major preparation or mess.

Join Heather in this episode as she dives into some fun ideas you can do with your toddler this summer to bust the boredom, encourage learning, and have less meltdowns.

If you've been running out of ideas for how to keep your toddler entertained during the warm summer days, then this is an episode you don't want to miss!

Be sure to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!

And sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!


------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Repeat Yourself Less on Summer Trips with Your Toddler 41 41 Repeat Yourself Less on Summer Trips with Your Toddler full 9976a88c-05d3-4915-bfaf-b516f6484f24 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fa81a247 Do you find yourself often repeating instructions to your child to get them to do something?

Like when you want them to pick up their toys and you keep telling them over and over to pick them up, even though they just won't do it.

Or when it's time to leave and you keep telling your toddler that it's time to go, but they just won't stop playing.

If they won't listen when they're at home, how can we expect them to listen while on vacation? Are you doomed to repeating yourself over and over throughout your entire trip??

Thankfully, the answer is no!

Join Heather in this episode as she presents three methods for getting your toddler to listen without sounding like a broken record and putting your instructions on repeat.

Enjoy your summertime trips without the stress, hassle, and overwhelm of trying to get your toddler to listen with these three easy tips!

Be sure to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!

And be sure to sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!


------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Do you find yourself often repeating instructions to your child to get them to do something?

Like when you want them to pick up their toys and you keep telling them over and over to pick them up, even though they just won't do it.

Or when it's time to leave and you keep telling your toddler that it's time to go, but they just won't stop playing.

If they won't listen when they're at home, how can we expect them to listen while on vacation? Are you doomed to repeating yourself over and over throughout your entire trip??

Thankfully, the answer is no!

Join Heather in this episode as she presents three methods for getting your toddler to listen without sounding like a broken record and putting your instructions on repeat.

Enjoy your summertime trips without the stress, hassle, and overwhelm of trying to get your toddler to listen with these three easy tips!

Be sure to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!

And be sure to sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!


------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 03 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 445 Do you find yourself often repeating instructions to your child to get them to do something?

Like when you want them to pick up their toys and you keep telling them over and over to pick them up, even though they just won't do it.

Or when it's time to leave and you keep telling your toddler that it's time to go, but they just won't stop playing.

If they won't listen when they're at home, how can we expect them to listen while on vacation? Are you doomed to repeating yourself over and over throughout your entire trip??

Thankfully, the answer is no!

Join Heather in this episode as she presents three methods for getting your toddler to listen without sounding like a broken record and putting your instructions on repeat.

Enjoy your summertime trips without the stress, hassle, and overwhelm of trying to get your toddler to listen with these three easy tips!

Be sure to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!

And be sure to sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!


------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Planning for Long Outings with Toddlers 40 40 Planning for Long Outings with Toddlers full 8c999b63-bb12-477f-a7a5-ee8f4e659a34 https://share.transistor.fm/s/09f11ef9 Experience all the fun events and activities with your toddler this summer without all the stress!

Join Heather in this episode as she gives her top eleven tips for planning long outings with your toddler, how to navigate big events, and what key things to both remember and avoid so you and your family can enjoy all the special events you have planned.

From navigating events with big crowds and practicing noise level safety to addressing snacks, shade, and sun, this episode has everything you need to properly prepare yourself and your toddler for those long but memorable outings.

Be sure to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!


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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Experience all the fun events and activities with your toddler this summer without all the stress!

Join Heather in this episode as she gives her top eleven tips for planning long outings with your toddler, how to navigate big events, and what key things to both remember and avoid so you and your family can enjoy all the special events you have planned.

From navigating events with big crowds and practicing noise level safety to addressing snacks, shade, and sun, this episode has everything you need to properly prepare yourself and your toddler for those long but memorable outings.

Be sure to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!


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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 26 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 455 Experience all the fun events and activities with your toddler this summer without all the stress!

Join Heather in this episode as she gives her top eleven tips for planning long outings with your toddler, how to navigate big events, and what key things to both remember and avoid so you and your family can enjoy all the special events you have planned.

From navigating events with big crowds and practicing noise level safety to addressing snacks, shade, and sun, this episode has everything you need to properly prepare yourself and your toddler for those long but memorable outings.

Be sure to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!


------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Navigating Road Trips with Toddlers 39 39 Navigating Road Trips with Toddlers full cd85cad9-7834-4760-9211-de535020084d https://share.transistor.fm/s/59767855 Do you have fun trips planned for the summer but not sure how to navigate long road trips with your toddler?

Then you will definitely want to tune into this episode!

Join Heather as she discusses her top tips for traveling with toddlers and ideas for what to bring with you so your toddler can stay happy, healthy, and entertained during the long hours of travel.

Here's to a summer full of fun instead of stress!

Be sure to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!

Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:47 - Top Tips for Travel
4:01 - Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop
5:04 - Ideas for What to Bring on Long Road Trips
7:07 - What's Coming Next
7:20 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Do you have fun trips planned for the summer but not sure how to navigate long road trips with your toddler?

Then you will definitely want to tune into this episode!

Join Heather as she discusses her top tips for traveling with toddlers and ideas for what to bring with you so your toddler can stay happy, healthy, and entertained during the long hours of travel.

Here's to a summer full of fun instead of stress!

Be sure to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!

Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:47 - Top Tips for Travel
4:01 - Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop
5:04 - Ideas for What to Bring on Long Road Trips
7:07 - What's Coming Next
7:20 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 19 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 468 Do you have fun trips planned for the summer but not sure how to navigate long road trips with your toddler?

Then you will definitely want to tune into this episode!

Join Heather as she discusses her top tips for traveling with toddlers and ideas for what to bring with you so your toddler can stay happy, healthy, and entertained during the long hours of travel.

Here's to a summer full of fun instead of stress!

Be sure to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!

Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:47 - Top Tips for Travel
4:01 - Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop
5:04 - Ideas for What to Bring on Long Road Trips
7:07 - What's Coming Next
7:20 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Redefining Discipline for Toddlers 38 38 Redefining Discipline for Toddlers full 9c9715cb-53fb-498b-8e74-8271c56113e1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/505cb9ba What does discipline look like to you?


Does it look harsh and authoritarian or does it look compassionate and positive?


When it comes to parenting our toddlers, we may feel unsure of which direction to go with our discipline, but when we break down the root meaning of the word, we can get a better understanding of how to discipline from an attitude of grace, fellowship, and leadership.


Join Heather as she takes a deeper look at what discipline really means, where the word comes from, and how to guide our children through positive parenting.


Be sure to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!


Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:


0:00 - Intro

0:06 - Recap of Last Week’s Episode

0:49 - The Origin of the Word “Discipline”

1:23 - The Connotations Surrounding Discipline

1:55 - The Problem with Authoritarian Parenting

2:47 - The Goal of Discipline

3:24 - Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop Promo

4:27 - Reframing Discipline

5:21 - Being Mindful of Our Responses

6:25 - Outro


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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> What does discipline look like to you?


Does it look harsh and authoritarian or does it look compassionate and positive?


When it comes to parenting our toddlers, we may feel unsure of which direction to go with our discipline, but when we break down the root meaning of the word, we can get a better understanding of how to discipline from an attitude of grace, fellowship, and leadership.


Join Heather as she takes a deeper look at what discipline really means, where the word comes from, and how to guide our children through positive parenting.


Be sure to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!


Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:


0:00 - Intro

0:06 - Recap of Last Week’s Episode

0:49 - The Origin of the Word “Discipline”

1:23 - The Connotations Surrounding Discipline

1:55 - The Problem with Authoritarian Parenting

2:47 - The Goal of Discipline

3:24 - Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop Promo

4:27 - Reframing Discipline

5:21 - Being Mindful of Our Responses

6:25 - Outro


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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 12 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 413 What does discipline look like to you?


Does it look harsh and authoritarian or does it look compassionate and positive?


When it comes to parenting our toddlers, we may feel unsure of which direction to go with our discipline, but when we break down the root meaning of the word, we can get a better understanding of how to discipline from an attitude of grace, fellowship, and leadership.


Join Heather as she takes a deeper look at what discipline really means, where the word comes from, and how to guide our children through positive parenting.


Be sure to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!


Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:


0:00 - Intro

0:06 - Recap of Last Week’s Episode

0:49 - The Origin of the Word “Discipline”

1:23 - The Connotations Surrounding Discipline

1:55 - The Problem with Authoritarian Parenting

2:47 - The Goal of Discipline

3:24 - Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior and Tantrums Workshop Promo

4:27 - Reframing Discipline

5:21 - Being Mindful of Our Responses

6:25 - Outro


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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No When We Take Our Toddler’s Behavior Personally 37 37 When We Take Our Toddler’s Behavior Personally full 937a9204-0189-4124-83c1-d9d35b9c7915 https://share.transistor.fm/s/77262d1f Sometimes, our toddlers just hurt our feelings.


They say hurtful things when they’re upset, throwing a tantrum, or having big feelings themselves.


And, oftentimes, it’s very easy to take their words and actions personally.


But when we can step outside of our own emotions, we can see that our toddlers don’t really mean it and we can learn how to manage our reactions with grace.


Tune in as Heather discusses how to handle it when our toddlers hurt our feelings and what to do instead. 


Be sure to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!


Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:

0:00 - Intro

0:55 - Addressing our Emotions as Parents

2:01 - When Toddler’s Reactions Offends You or Your Spouse

3:28 - Why Your Toddler’s Reaction isn’t a Personal Attack

4:49 - Importance of not Engaging or Reacting Back

5:48 - Transform Aggressive Behavior Workshop Waitlist

6:50 - Sharing a Personal Story

8:21 - Your Toddler Doesn’t Really Mean what they Say

9:31 - Your Response as a Parent Matters

11:21 - It all Starts when They’re Toddlers

12:37 - The Sting of Unappreciation from your Toddlers

13:41 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Sometimes, our toddlers just hurt our feelings.


They say hurtful things when they’re upset, throwing a tantrum, or having big feelings themselves.


And, oftentimes, it’s very easy to take their words and actions personally.


But when we can step outside of our own emotions, we can see that our toddlers don’t really mean it and we can learn how to manage our reactions with grace.


Tune in as Heather discusses how to handle it when our toddlers hurt our feelings and what to do instead. 


Be sure to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!


Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:

0:00 - Intro

0:55 - Addressing our Emotions as Parents

2:01 - When Toddler’s Reactions Offends You or Your Spouse

3:28 - Why Your Toddler’s Reaction isn’t a Personal Attack

4:49 - Importance of not Engaging or Reacting Back

5:48 - Transform Aggressive Behavior Workshop Waitlist

6:50 - Sharing a Personal Story

8:21 - Your Toddler Doesn’t Really Mean what they Say

9:31 - Your Response as a Parent Matters

11:21 - It all Starts when They’re Toddlers

12:37 - The Sting of Unappreciation from your Toddlers

13:41 - Outro

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 05 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 850 Sometimes, our toddlers just hurt our feelings.


They say hurtful things when they’re upset, throwing a tantrum, or having big feelings themselves.


And, oftentimes, it’s very easy to take their words and actions personally.


But when we can step outside of our own emotions, we can see that our toddlers don’t really mean it and we can learn how to manage our reactions with grace.


Tune in as Heather discusses how to handle it when our toddlers hurt our feelings and what to do instead. 


Be sure to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!


Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:

0:00 - Intro

0:55 - Addressing our Emotions as Parents

2:01 - When Toddler’s Reactions Offends You or Your Spouse

3:28 - Why Your Toddler’s Reaction isn’t a Personal Attack

4:49 - Importance of not Engaging or Reacting Back

5:48 - Transform Aggressive Behavior Workshop Waitlist

6:50 - Sharing a Personal Story

8:21 - Your Toddler Doesn’t Really Mean what they Say

9:31 - Your Response as a Parent Matters

11:21 - It all Starts when They’re Toddlers

12:37 - The Sting of Unappreciation from your Toddlers

13:41 - Outro

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Your Toddler’s Tantrums Aren’t What You Think 36 36 Your Toddler’s Tantrums Aren’t What You Think full 00954dde-588a-48e5-9f2a-62657039f6bc https://share.transistor.fm/s/b186e585 What’s the REAL reason behind your toddler’s tantrums?


The answer may surprise you!


In this episode, Heather breaks down the processes that occur when a toddler has a tantrum and the root causes behind his or her behavior.


The issue isn’t always what you think it is and it may actually be something you never would have considered.


Be sure to grab your toolkit when you tune in and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!


Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:


0:00 - Intro

0:20 - Recent Real Life Example 

1:30 - Root Cause vs Symptom of Tantrums

2:48 - A Helpful Realization

4:12 - Transform Aggressive Behavior Workshop 

5:15 - Cycles of the Tantrums

6:40 - When the Connection was Made

7:42 - Keeping Aware of the Root Cause

8:35 - Addressing the Symptom vs Teaching Skills

9:37 - Transform Aggressive Behavior Guide

10:02 - Outro

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> What’s the REAL reason behind your toddler’s tantrums?


The answer may surprise you!


In this episode, Heather breaks down the processes that occur when a toddler has a tantrum and the root causes behind his or her behavior.


The issue isn’t always what you think it is and it may actually be something you never would have considered.


Be sure to grab your toolkit when you tune in and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!


Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:


0:00 - Intro

0:20 - Recent Real Life Example 

1:30 - Root Cause vs Symptom of Tantrums

2:48 - A Helpful Realization

4:12 - Transform Aggressive Behavior Workshop 

5:15 - Cycles of the Tantrums

6:40 - When the Connection was Made

7:42 - Keeping Aware of the Root Cause

8:35 - Addressing the Symptom vs Teaching Skills

9:37 - Transform Aggressive Behavior Guide

10:02 - Outro

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 29 May 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 630 What’s the REAL reason behind your toddler’s tantrums?


The answer may surprise you!


In this episode, Heather breaks down the processes that occur when a toddler has a tantrum and the root causes behind his or her behavior.


The issue isn’t always what you think it is and it may actually be something you never would have considered.


Be sure to grab your toolkit when you tune in and make room for another helpful tool for parenting your toddler with grace and calm!


Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop today and gain valuable insights and tools for handling the most challenging of toddler behaviors!

Timestamp:


0:00 - Intro

0:20 - Recent Real Life Example 

1:30 - Root Cause vs Symptom of Tantrums

2:48 - A Helpful Realization

4:12 - Transform Aggressive Behavior Workshop 

5:15 - Cycles of the Tantrums

6:40 - When the Connection was Made

7:42 - Keeping Aware of the Root Cause

8:35 - Addressing the Symptom vs Teaching Skills

9:37 - Transform Aggressive Behavior Guide

10:02 - Outro

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Double Duty: Surviving to Thriving as a Twin Mom with Kristen Eberly 35 35 Double Duty: Surviving to Thriving as a Twin Mom with Kristen Eberly full 0f647821-e32b-43e2-8f99-c72dde1d0522 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1b4ddb21 Check in on your twin mom friends. We are not okay!

Motherhood in and of itself is hard enough, but throw twins into the mix and it's survival mode or nothing. From figuring out how to care for two humans with the same needs at the same time, doing your best to avoid burnout, and process through toxic positivity, the twin mom life is a unique yet harrowing journey.

Join Heather in this episode as she sits down with Kristen Eberly to dive into all things twin mom life and maternal mental health!

Grab your toolkit and make room for another tool to help you navigate life with twin toddlers!

About Kristen:

Kristen Eberly is a Twin Mom and Twin Mom coach, and the founder of Harmony in Multiples and the Overwhelm and Anxiety Resilience System for Twin Moms. She specializes in supporting twin moms navigate the burnout, overstimulation, overwhelm, and anxiety that is so common with raising twins.

She has a background in maternal mental health and early childhood mental health, with 10 years experience specializing in parenting and children. 

She helps twin moms rediscover their resilience and joy that is often lost while surviving the chaos of twins. She uses both her professional and lived experiences as a twin mom to provide a proactive and practical approach to help twin moms thrive, by building resilience, easing overwhelm and anxiety, and embracing the beauty and chaos of life with twins. 

She's the mom of 3 boys, a singleton who is 6.5, and identical twin boys who are 4. Right now, her favorite things are caramel lattes, sleeping through the night, and being outdoors with her boys.


Instagram: @harmony_in_multiples
Free guide for twin moms: https://pages.harmonyinmultiples.co/free-guide-1
Facebook Community Group for Twin Moms: https://www.facebook.com/groups/twinmomsembracingthechaos


------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Check in on your twin mom friends. We are not okay!

Motherhood in and of itself is hard enough, but throw twins into the mix and it's survival mode or nothing. From figuring out how to care for two humans with the same needs at the same time, doing your best to avoid burnout, and process through toxic positivity, the twin mom life is a unique yet harrowing journey.

Join Heather in this episode as she sits down with Kristen Eberly to dive into all things twin mom life and maternal mental health!

Grab your toolkit and make room for another tool to help you navigate life with twin toddlers!

About Kristen:

Kristen Eberly is a Twin Mom and Twin Mom coach, and the founder of Harmony in Multiples and the Overwhelm and Anxiety Resilience System for Twin Moms. She specializes in supporting twin moms navigate the burnout, overstimulation, overwhelm, and anxiety that is so common with raising twins.

She has a background in maternal mental health and early childhood mental health, with 10 years experience specializing in parenting and children. 

She helps twin moms rediscover their resilience and joy that is often lost while surviving the chaos of twins. She uses both her professional and lived experiences as a twin mom to provide a proactive and practical approach to help twin moms thrive, by building resilience, easing overwhelm and anxiety, and embracing the beauty and chaos of life with twins. 

She's the mom of 3 boys, a singleton who is 6.5, and identical twin boys who are 4. Right now, her favorite things are caramel lattes, sleeping through the night, and being outdoors with her boys.


Instagram: @harmony_in_multiples
Free guide for twin moms: https://pages.harmonyinmultiples.co/free-guide-1
Facebook Community Group for Twin Moms: https://www.facebook.com/groups/twinmomsembracingthechaos


------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 22 May 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2877 Check in on your twin mom friends. We are not okay!

Motherhood in and of itself is hard enough, but throw twins into the mix and it's survival mode or nothing. From figuring out how to care for two humans with the same needs at the same time, doing your best to avoid burnout, and process through toxic positivity, the twin mom life is a unique yet harrowing journey.

Join Heather in this episode as she sits down with Kristen Eberly to dive into all things twin mom life and maternal mental health!

Grab your toolkit and make room for another tool to help you navigate life with twin toddlers!

About Kristen:

Kristen Eberly is a Twin Mom and Twin Mom coach, and the founder of Harmony in Multiples and the Overwhelm and Anxiety Resilience System for Twin Moms. She specializes in supporting twin moms navigate the burnout, overstimulation, overwhelm, and anxiety that is so common with raising twins.

She has a background in maternal mental health and early childhood mental health, with 10 years experience specializing in parenting and children. 

She helps twin moms rediscover their resilience and joy that is often lost while surviving the chaos of twins. She uses both her professional and lived experiences as a twin mom to provide a proactive and practical approach to help twin moms thrive, by building resilience, easing overwhelm and anxiety, and embracing the beauty and chaos of life with twins. 

She's the mom of 3 boys, a singleton who is 6.5, and identical twin boys who are 4. Right now, her favorite things are caramel lattes, sleeping through the night, and being outdoors with her boys.


Instagram: @harmony_in_multiples
Free guide for twin moms: https://pages.harmonyinmultiples.co/free-guide-1
Facebook Community Group for Twin Moms: https://www.facebook.com/groups/twinmomsembracingthechaos


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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No My Toddler Won’t Listen and Fights with Their Sibling 34 34 My Toddler Won’t Listen and Fights with Their Sibling full 5692270f-91ee-4512-ae98-d87d173b8a68 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8472cc1e Are you feeling frustrated and at your wit's end with aggressive toddler behavior? Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop waitlist!

Do you feel like your toddler’s behavior is turning into a dangerous situation and affecting their siblings? 


We call this the “Code Red Zone.”


When your toddler’s behavior starts negatively affecting their siblings and things start getting physical, it’s time to call in the team!


How can we identify these Code Red situations before they get out of hand and how can we avoid them entirely?


In this episode, Heather is showing you how! First, we must understand what causes these Code Red situations to occur, then we can begin to unpack how to stop them before they begin.


Let’s journey through these difficult behaviors together and learn how to diffuse sibling disputes calmly and effectively!


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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Are you feeling frustrated and at your wit's end with aggressive toddler behavior? Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop waitlist!

Do you feel like your toddler’s behavior is turning into a dangerous situation and affecting their siblings? 


We call this the “Code Red Zone.”


When your toddler’s behavior starts negatively affecting their siblings and things start getting physical, it’s time to call in the team!


How can we identify these Code Red situations before they get out of hand and how can we avoid them entirely?


In this episode, Heather is showing you how! First, we must understand what causes these Code Red situations to occur, then we can begin to unpack how to stop them before they begin.


Let’s journey through these difficult behaviors together and learn how to diffuse sibling disputes calmly and effectively!


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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 15 May 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 909 Are you feeling frustrated and at your wit's end with aggressive toddler behavior? Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop waitlist!

Do you feel like your toddler’s behavior is turning into a dangerous situation and affecting their siblings? 


We call this the “Code Red Zone.”


When your toddler’s behavior starts negatively affecting their siblings and things start getting physical, it’s time to call in the team!


How can we identify these Code Red situations before they get out of hand and how can we avoid them entirely?


In this episode, Heather is showing you how! First, we must understand what causes these Code Red situations to occur, then we can begin to unpack how to stop them before they begin.


Let’s journey through these difficult behaviors together and learn how to diffuse sibling disputes calmly and effectively!


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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No When Toddler Behavior Gets Out of Control 33 33 When Toddler Behavior Gets Out of Control full 32a2c77d-fb56-43ce-bb81-c73314d7dbb0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/cd91b952 Are you stuck in the Toddler Reactivity Loop?

Your toddler does something they shouldn't and you tell them "no" and try to redirect them, but their behavior just gets worse. They start hitting, kicking, biting, and throwing things at you or their siblings.

What do you do? When a toddler's behavior gets out of control, it often becomes very difficult to figure out how to get things back under control.

And as your toddler's behavior spirals, so does your mood. You become more stressed and more reactive. (And if you're feeling frustrated and at your wit's end with aggressive toddler behavior, be sure to sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop!)

In this episode, Heather's breaking down this Toddler Reactivity Loop, how to determine if you're stuck in the Family Fracture Phase, what to do about it, and how to dig beneath the behavior to finally break the cycle.

Grab your toolkit and make room for another tool to help you navigate life with a toddler!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Are you stuck in the Toddler Reactivity Loop?

Your toddler does something they shouldn't and you tell them "no" and try to redirect them, but their behavior just gets worse. They start hitting, kicking, biting, and throwing things at you or their siblings.

What do you do? When a toddler's behavior gets out of control, it often becomes very difficult to figure out how to get things back under control.

And as your toddler's behavior spirals, so does your mood. You become more stressed and more reactive. (And if you're feeling frustrated and at your wit's end with aggressive toddler behavior, be sure to sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop!)

In this episode, Heather's breaking down this Toddler Reactivity Loop, how to determine if you're stuck in the Family Fracture Phase, what to do about it, and how to dig beneath the behavior to finally break the cycle.

Grab your toolkit and make room for another tool to help you navigate life with a toddler!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 08 May 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1658 Are you stuck in the Toddler Reactivity Loop?

Your toddler does something they shouldn't and you tell them "no" and try to redirect them, but their behavior just gets worse. They start hitting, kicking, biting, and throwing things at you or their siblings.

What do you do? When a toddler's behavior gets out of control, it often becomes very difficult to figure out how to get things back under control.

And as your toddler's behavior spirals, so does your mood. You become more stressed and more reactive. (And if you're feeling frustrated and at your wit's end with aggressive toddler behavior, be sure to sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop!)

In this episode, Heather's breaking down this Toddler Reactivity Loop, how to determine if you're stuck in the Family Fracture Phase, what to do about it, and how to dig beneath the behavior to finally break the cycle.

Grab your toolkit and make room for another tool to help you navigate life with a toddler!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Toddler Boundaries and Power Struggles 32 32 Toddler Boundaries and Power Struggles full f0c9cf11-a2b3-46d1-8e6a-1d162aceccea https://share.transistor.fm/s/53838d29 Are you feeling frustrated and at your wit's end with aggressive toddler behavior? Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop waitlist!

Is your toddler's fight for control becoming exhausting for you and your family?

When a toddler tries to get what they want by becoming aggressive and hitting, throwing, and/or biting, this behavior becomes draining for the entire family and can often drive wedges between family members.

In this episode, Heather's talking all about how to handle power struggles between you and your toddler, why this behavior happens in the first place, and how to set healthy, appropriate boundaries.

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Are you feeling frustrated and at your wit's end with aggressive toddler behavior? Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop waitlist!

Is your toddler's fight for control becoming exhausting for you and your family?

When a toddler tries to get what they want by becoming aggressive and hitting, throwing, and/or biting, this behavior becomes draining for the entire family and can often drive wedges between family members.

In this episode, Heather's talking all about how to handle power struggles between you and your toddler, why this behavior happens in the first place, and how to set healthy, appropriate boundaries.

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 01 May 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 658 Are you feeling frustrated and at your wit's end with aggressive toddler behavior? Sign up for the Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop waitlist!

Is your toddler's fight for control becoming exhausting for you and your family?

When a toddler tries to get what they want by becoming aggressive and hitting, throwing, and/or biting, this behavior becomes draining for the entire family and can often drive wedges between family members.

In this episode, Heather's talking all about how to handle power struggles between you and your toddler, why this behavior happens in the first place, and how to set healthy, appropriate boundaries.

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Infant Experience with Early Pain and the Toddler Years 31 31 Infant Experience with Early Pain and the Toddler Years full fb5430ac-697a-4571-8f40-64607d8152e4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3321890e Is your toddler highly sensitive to external stimuli and pain?

Do they seem to have problems handling loud noises, uncomfortable clothing, or things that seem out of place?

If your toddler also had procedures or operations done when they were an infant, there could be a correlation between the pain they experienced then and the sensory processing challenges they are experiencing now.

In this episode, Heather delves into this interesting and complex topic as she discusses various studies that have been performed, key findings, and her own personal experience with this exact dynamic.

It's time to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool that will guide you in caring for your toddler and the challenges they experience through sensory input!

**And don't forget to sign up for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop where you'll learn some key strategies for addressing aggressive (or even just button-pushing) behavior in your toddler and transform the chaos into calm!**

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Is your toddler highly sensitive to external stimuli and pain?

Do they seem to have problems handling loud noises, uncomfortable clothing, or things that seem out of place?

If your toddler also had procedures or operations done when they were an infant, there could be a correlation between the pain they experienced then and the sensory processing challenges they are experiencing now.

In this episode, Heather delves into this interesting and complex topic as she discusses various studies that have been performed, key findings, and her own personal experience with this exact dynamic.

It's time to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool that will guide you in caring for your toddler and the challenges they experience through sensory input!

**And don't forget to sign up for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop where you'll learn some key strategies for addressing aggressive (or even just button-pushing) behavior in your toddler and transform the chaos into calm!**

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1625 Is your toddler highly sensitive to external stimuli and pain?

Do they seem to have problems handling loud noises, uncomfortable clothing, or things that seem out of place?

If your toddler also had procedures or operations done when they were an infant, there could be a correlation between the pain they experienced then and the sensory processing challenges they are experiencing now.

In this episode, Heather delves into this interesting and complex topic as she discusses various studies that have been performed, key findings, and her own personal experience with this exact dynamic.

It's time to grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool that will guide you in caring for your toddler and the challenges they experience through sensory input!

**And don't forget to sign up for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop where you'll learn some key strategies for addressing aggressive (or even just button-pushing) behavior in your toddler and transform the chaos into calm!**

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No My Toddler Isn't Napping and Not Comfortable Being Alone to Fall Asleep with Jensine Casey 30 30 My Toddler Isn't Napping and Not Comfortable Being Alone to Fall Asleep with Jensine Casey full 5a9f3f4f-3f0d-49ad-81cc-5a72b12f76fe https://share.transistor.fm/s/edb73fcd It's every parent's most dreaded day with their toddler.

The day their toddler stops taking naps!

What do we do when our toddler decides they no longer want to take naps, thereby ending our most cherished quiet time?

The answer is to not start panicking!

Pediatric sleep consultant Jensine Casey is back on the podcast with us to share her top tips for handling the no-nap transition, how to integrate quiet time instead, and what to do when your toddler doesn't feel comfortable enough to fall asleep alone.

Jensine shares her magical wisdom with us as Heather shares about her own struggles with her twin toddler boys' no-nap transition and how Jensine's advice saved her family's sanity.

Grab your toolkit and get ready to add in some new tools for fixing those pesky sleeping problems and getting your quiet time back.

**And don't forget to sign up for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop where you'll learn some key strategies for addressing aggressive (or even just button-pushing) behavior in your toddler and transform the chaos into calm!**

About Jensine: I'm a pediatric sleep consultant, postpartum doula and mom of 3. I'm passionate about helping families find sustainable sleep situations for everyone. I talk a lot about realistic expectations and how to handle ideal sleep strategies, but in real life.

Check out Jensine's GoodNight Preschooler Course!

Grab Jensine's free Schedule Guide!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> It's every parent's most dreaded day with their toddler.

The day their toddler stops taking naps!

What do we do when our toddler decides they no longer want to take naps, thereby ending our most cherished quiet time?

The answer is to not start panicking!

Pediatric sleep consultant Jensine Casey is back on the podcast with us to share her top tips for handling the no-nap transition, how to integrate quiet time instead, and what to do when your toddler doesn't feel comfortable enough to fall asleep alone.

Jensine shares her magical wisdom with us as Heather shares about her own struggles with her twin toddler boys' no-nap transition and how Jensine's advice saved her family's sanity.

Grab your toolkit and get ready to add in some new tools for fixing those pesky sleeping problems and getting your quiet time back.

**And don't forget to sign up for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop where you'll learn some key strategies for addressing aggressive (or even just button-pushing) behavior in your toddler and transform the chaos into calm!**

About Jensine: I'm a pediatric sleep consultant, postpartum doula and mom of 3. I'm passionate about helping families find sustainable sleep situations for everyone. I talk a lot about realistic expectations and how to handle ideal sleep strategies, but in real life.

Check out Jensine's GoodNight Preschooler Course!

Grab Jensine's free Schedule Guide!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 17 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2477 It's every parent's most dreaded day with their toddler.

The day their toddler stops taking naps!

What do we do when our toddler decides they no longer want to take naps, thereby ending our most cherished quiet time?

The answer is to not start panicking!

Pediatric sleep consultant Jensine Casey is back on the podcast with us to share her top tips for handling the no-nap transition, how to integrate quiet time instead, and what to do when your toddler doesn't feel comfortable enough to fall asleep alone.

Jensine shares her magical wisdom with us as Heather shares about her own struggles with her twin toddler boys' no-nap transition and how Jensine's advice saved her family's sanity.

Grab your toolkit and get ready to add in some new tools for fixing those pesky sleeping problems and getting your quiet time back.

**And don't forget to sign up for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop where you'll learn some key strategies for addressing aggressive (or even just button-pushing) behavior in your toddler and transform the chaos into calm!**

About Jensine: I'm a pediatric sleep consultant, postpartum doula and mom of 3. I'm passionate about helping families find sustainable sleep situations for everyone. I talk a lot about realistic expectations and how to handle ideal sleep strategies, but in real life.

Check out Jensine's GoodNight Preschooler Course!

Grab Jensine's free Schedule Guide!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Traveling with Toddlers and Tantrum-Free Trips 29 29 Traveling with Toddlers and Tantrum-Free Trips full 58b5323d-257a-480c-bd21-f12787052382 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b9d0017e Does the thought of traveling with your toddler stress you out so much that you're happy to wait until they're older to take a vacation?

Mama, it's time to take that trip now!

In this episode, Heather's sharing some great tips for how to travel with a toddler (or multiple!) without the meltdowns, anxiety, stress, or discomfort.

From discovering the best sleeping arrangements for your toddler to creating an effective social story and making a plan for handling your tired, cranky tot, you'll feel much more prepared and ready to take on any trip after listening to this episode!

Grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool!

Don't forget to sign up for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop where you'll learn some key strategies for addressing aggressive (or even just button-pushing) behavior in your toddler and transform the chaos into calm.

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Does the thought of traveling with your toddler stress you out so much that you're happy to wait until they're older to take a vacation?

Mama, it's time to take that trip now!

In this episode, Heather's sharing some great tips for how to travel with a toddler (or multiple!) without the meltdowns, anxiety, stress, or discomfort.

From discovering the best sleeping arrangements for your toddler to creating an effective social story and making a plan for handling your tired, cranky tot, you'll feel much more prepared and ready to take on any trip after listening to this episode!

Grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool!

Don't forget to sign up for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop where you'll learn some key strategies for addressing aggressive (or even just button-pushing) behavior in your toddler and transform the chaos into calm.

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2207 Does the thought of traveling with your toddler stress you out so much that you're happy to wait until they're older to take a vacation?

Mama, it's time to take that trip now!

In this episode, Heather's sharing some great tips for how to travel with a toddler (or multiple!) without the meltdowns, anxiety, stress, or discomfort.

From discovering the best sleeping arrangements for your toddler to creating an effective social story and making a plan for handling your tired, cranky tot, you'll feel much more prepared and ready to take on any trip after listening to this episode!

Grab your toolkit and make room for another helpful tool!

Don't forget to sign up for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop where you'll learn some key strategies for addressing aggressive (or even just button-pushing) behavior in your toddler and transform the chaos into calm.

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No My Toddler Pushes ALL MY BUTTONS 28 28 My Toddler Pushes ALL MY BUTTONS full a9fdf7ea-ad1f-4c50-846f-c4b624d7da49 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3d32fcc5 Is your toddler an expert at pushing all your buttons just right and knowing how to get on your very last nerve?

Some toddlers just seem to have that mean streak down. They don't want to listen and it seems like telling them "no" just adds fuel to the fire.

What's a frustrated, exhausted parent to do? Don't throw in the towel just yet!

Listen in as Heather helps you navigate this tricky path of toddler defiance and even aggression! She's revealing the why behind the behavior and spilling her top secrets for how to handle it without having a meltdown yourself.

Then, sign up for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop where you'll be given a roadmap to navigate through the maze of toddler defiance and aggression, and learn how to change the behavior in a way that works for your toddler's own unique personality, challenges, and strengths.

There is still hope, toddler parent! Grab your toolbox and let's get to work!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Is your toddler an expert at pushing all your buttons just right and knowing how to get on your very last nerve?

Some toddlers just seem to have that mean streak down. They don't want to listen and it seems like telling them "no" just adds fuel to the fire.

What's a frustrated, exhausted parent to do? Don't throw in the towel just yet!

Listen in as Heather helps you navigate this tricky path of toddler defiance and even aggression! She's revealing the why behind the behavior and spilling her top secrets for how to handle it without having a meltdown yourself.

Then, sign up for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop where you'll be given a roadmap to navigate through the maze of toddler defiance and aggression, and learn how to change the behavior in a way that works for your toddler's own unique personality, challenges, and strengths.

There is still hope, toddler parent! Grab your toolbox and let's get to work!

------------------------------------------------------

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 03 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1123 Is your toddler an expert at pushing all your buttons just right and knowing how to get on your very last nerve?

Some toddlers just seem to have that mean streak down. They don't want to listen and it seems like telling them "no" just adds fuel to the fire.

What's a frustrated, exhausted parent to do? Don't throw in the towel just yet!

Listen in as Heather helps you navigate this tricky path of toddler defiance and even aggression! She's revealing the why behind the behavior and spilling her top secrets for how to handle it without having a meltdown yourself.

Then, sign up for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop where you'll be given a roadmap to navigate through the maze of toddler defiance and aggression, and learn how to change the behavior in a way that works for your toddler's own unique personality, challenges, and strengths.

There is still hope, toddler parent! Grab your toolbox and let's get to work!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Your Tricky Toddler Questions Answered 27 27 Your Tricky Toddler Questions Answered full e5677631-b13d-466f-9e8c-0af7735d28df https://share.transistor.fm/s/4bd1606b Welcome to our first Q&A lightning round!

In this episode, Heather's answering some of the top questions every toddler parent wants answers to.

Everything from how to safely navigate stairs with your toddler and ditching the mom guilt over independent play, to tips for incorporating imaginative play into every day activities and getting your toddler to leave the park without the meltdown, Heather's got the answers to some of your toughest toddler questions.

And if you found these tips helpful, make sure to sign up for the next Public Tantrum Game Plan workshop today so you can be sure to get your questions answered and your concerns alleviated whether attending live or catching the replay!

These ideas are a must for your toddler toolkit, so listen in and be ready to add some new tricks to your bag!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Welcome to our first Q&A lightning round!

In this episode, Heather's answering some of the top questions every toddler parent wants answers to.

Everything from how to safely navigate stairs with your toddler and ditching the mom guilt over independent play, to tips for incorporating imaginative play into every day activities and getting your toddler to leave the park without the meltdown, Heather's got the answers to some of your toughest toddler questions.

And if you found these tips helpful, make sure to sign up for the next Public Tantrum Game Plan workshop today so you can be sure to get your questions answered and your concerns alleviated whether attending live or catching the replay!

These ideas are a must for your toddler toolkit, so listen in and be ready to add some new tricks to your bag!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 27 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1651 Welcome to our first Q&A lightning round!

In this episode, Heather's answering some of the top questions every toddler parent wants answers to.

Everything from how to safely navigate stairs with your toddler and ditching the mom guilt over independent play, to tips for incorporating imaginative play into every day activities and getting your toddler to leave the park without the meltdown, Heather's got the answers to some of your toughest toddler questions.

And if you found these tips helpful, make sure to sign up for the next Public Tantrum Game Plan workshop today so you can be sure to get your questions answered and your concerns alleviated whether attending live or catching the replay!

These ideas are a must for your toddler toolkit, so listen in and be ready to add some new tricks to your bag!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Redefining Your Motherhood Journey with Dee Ubhaus 26 26 Redefining Your Motherhood Journey with Dee Ubhaus full 1cfe5724-4a10-41ea-abaa-a8efd564fd08 https://share.transistor.fm/s/aaccad8e It's no secret that motherhood is one of the most rewarding and most challenging jobs in the world.

It doesn't always go as planned and, oftentimes, we find ourselves dealing with obstacles we never thought we'd have to face.

But there is always hope! Your motherhood journey doesn't have to stay stuck in chaos mode.

In this episode, Heather sits down with Dee Ubhaus, a wife, mom of 4 little girls, children's sleep coach and motherhood coach, to talk all about this wild ride called motherhood and how we can start making simple shifts in our every day routines to make big changes in our journey.

Come join in the discussion and take a few of these insightful tips to add to your toolbox and navigate your motherhood journey with greater confidence, joy, and peace. It really is possible!

About Dee: Dee Ubhaus is a wife, mom of 4 little girls, children's sleep coach and motherhood coach! She is passionate about helping moms redefine their motherhood experience by starting with their children's sleep. She realized after the birth of her second child that we as moms do not need to sacrifice every aspect of ourselves just to become a mom. Of course we change and are different moms after the birth of each child, but we still can have the motherhood journey we want to have! Dee works primarily with toddlers and moms who have multiple children.

Connect with Dee on Instagram @dee_mamachaoscoach or on her website: http://www.restfulhaus.com/.

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> It's no secret that motherhood is one of the most rewarding and most challenging jobs in the world.

It doesn't always go as planned and, oftentimes, we find ourselves dealing with obstacles we never thought we'd have to face.

But there is always hope! Your motherhood journey doesn't have to stay stuck in chaos mode.

In this episode, Heather sits down with Dee Ubhaus, a wife, mom of 4 little girls, children's sleep coach and motherhood coach, to talk all about this wild ride called motherhood and how we can start making simple shifts in our every day routines to make big changes in our journey.

Come join in the discussion and take a few of these insightful tips to add to your toolbox and navigate your motherhood journey with greater confidence, joy, and peace. It really is possible!

About Dee: Dee Ubhaus is a wife, mom of 4 little girls, children's sleep coach and motherhood coach! She is passionate about helping moms redefine their motherhood experience by starting with their children's sleep. She realized after the birth of her second child that we as moms do not need to sacrifice every aspect of ourselves just to become a mom. Of course we change and are different moms after the birth of each child, but we still can have the motherhood journey we want to have! Dee works primarily with toddlers and moms who have multiple children.

Connect with Dee on Instagram @dee_mamachaoscoach or on her website: http://www.restfulhaus.com/.

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 20 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 3287 It's no secret that motherhood is one of the most rewarding and most challenging jobs in the world.

It doesn't always go as planned and, oftentimes, we find ourselves dealing with obstacles we never thought we'd have to face.

But there is always hope! Your motherhood journey doesn't have to stay stuck in chaos mode.

In this episode, Heather sits down with Dee Ubhaus, a wife, mom of 4 little girls, children's sleep coach and motherhood coach, to talk all about this wild ride called motherhood and how we can start making simple shifts in our every day routines to make big changes in our journey.

Come join in the discussion and take a few of these insightful tips to add to your toolbox and navigate your motherhood journey with greater confidence, joy, and peace. It really is possible!

About Dee: Dee Ubhaus is a wife, mom of 4 little girls, children's sleep coach and motherhood coach! She is passionate about helping moms redefine their motherhood experience by starting with their children's sleep. She realized after the birth of her second child that we as moms do not need to sacrifice every aspect of ourselves just to become a mom. Of course we change and are different moms after the birth of each child, but we still can have the motherhood journey we want to have! Dee works primarily with toddlers and moms who have multiple children.

Connect with Dee on Instagram @dee_mamachaoscoach or on her website: http://www.restfulhaus.com/.

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Gentle Parenting and Talking Through Big Feelings: A Toddler Parent's Review of "Bad Therapy" by Abigail Shrier 25 25 Gentle Parenting and Talking Through Big Feelings: A Toddler Parent's Review of "Bad Therapy" by Abigail Shrier full 8f34e524-ae55-425e-aee5-09794a4c2532 https://share.transistor.fm/s/96bf5712 Is our toddlers' bad behavior our fault?

This question is constantly on our minds as parents of littles. It's not an easy task to understand the mind of a toddler and, most of the time, we feel lost on what's really going on.

Expanding our ideas on what contributes to toddler behavior and being open to hearing a variety of opinions helps us to better understand what our child specifically needs.

In this episode, Heather helps expand those ideas as she reviews the highly talked about book "Bad Therapy" by Abigail Shrier. She breaks down the major points of the book, her own interpretation of the author's text, and what she agrees and disagrees on when it comes to these hot topics.

Whether you're interested in reading the book or have read it already, this review is sure to bring you fresh insight, better understanding of toddler behavior, and more helpful tools to add to your toddler toolkit!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Is our toddlers' bad behavior our fault?

This question is constantly on our minds as parents of littles. It's not an easy task to understand the mind of a toddler and, most of the time, we feel lost on what's really going on.

Expanding our ideas on what contributes to toddler behavior and being open to hearing a variety of opinions helps us to better understand what our child specifically needs.

In this episode, Heather helps expand those ideas as she reviews the highly talked about book "Bad Therapy" by Abigail Shrier. She breaks down the major points of the book, her own interpretation of the author's text, and what she agrees and disagrees on when it comes to these hot topics.

Whether you're interested in reading the book or have read it already, this review is sure to bring you fresh insight, better understanding of toddler behavior, and more helpful tools to add to your toddler toolkit!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 13 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2370 Is our toddlers' bad behavior our fault?

This question is constantly on our minds as parents of littles. It's not an easy task to understand the mind of a toddler and, most of the time, we feel lost on what's really going on.

Expanding our ideas on what contributes to toddler behavior and being open to hearing a variety of opinions helps us to better understand what our child specifically needs.

In this episode, Heather helps expand those ideas as she reviews the highly talked about book "Bad Therapy" by Abigail Shrier. She breaks down the major points of the book, her own interpretation of the author's text, and what she agrees and disagrees on when it comes to these hot topics.

Whether you're interested in reading the book or have read it already, this review is sure to bring you fresh insight, better understanding of toddler behavior, and more helpful tools to add to your toddler toolkit!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No How to Get Your Toddler Talking More with Jessie Kensey 24 24 How to Get Your Toddler Talking More with Jessie Kensey full cdde1559-32f4-4e18-9ad8-bd40c4e70725 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2e138b64 Your not-so-talkative toddler may have you worried about whether his or her speech skills are developing the way they should be.

While every toddler grows and develops at their own rate, speech skills are one thing that can cause us to worry when lacking.

Should they be talking more at their age? How many words should they be saying now? When is it time to see a specialist? How can I help my toddler increase their vocabulary?

Pediatric speech therapist, Jessie Kensey, answers these questions and more in this episode as she and Heather chat all about how to get our toddlers talking more!

From understanding how and when toddler speech develops to strategies for supporting your toddler's speech development and what to avoid, you'll finish this episode with the all the tools you'll need to help your toddler start talking more and help yourself worry less!

About Jessie: She is the mom to an energetic, amazing 1-year-old and a pediatric speech language pathologist. Prior to becoming a speech therapist, she worked as a high school English teacher and, since the birth of her son, has decided to mesh the two worlds of teaching and speech to support families of toddlers.

For more information about Jessie, you can visit her website or connect with her over on Instagram @simplyspeech_!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Your not-so-talkative toddler may have you worried about whether his or her speech skills are developing the way they should be.

While every toddler grows and develops at their own rate, speech skills are one thing that can cause us to worry when lacking.

Should they be talking more at their age? How many words should they be saying now? When is it time to see a specialist? How can I help my toddler increase their vocabulary?

Pediatric speech therapist, Jessie Kensey, answers these questions and more in this episode as she and Heather chat all about how to get our toddlers talking more!

From understanding how and when toddler speech develops to strategies for supporting your toddler's speech development and what to avoid, you'll finish this episode with the all the tools you'll need to help your toddler start talking more and help yourself worry less!

About Jessie: She is the mom to an energetic, amazing 1-year-old and a pediatric speech language pathologist. Prior to becoming a speech therapist, she worked as a high school English teacher and, since the birth of her son, has decided to mesh the two worlds of teaching and speech to support families of toddlers.

For more information about Jessie, you can visit her website or connect with her over on Instagram @simplyspeech_!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 06 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1364 Your not-so-talkative toddler may have you worried about whether his or her speech skills are developing the way they should be.

While every toddler grows and develops at their own rate, speech skills are one thing that can cause us to worry when lacking.

Should they be talking more at their age? How many words should they be saying now? When is it time to see a specialist? How can I help my toddler increase their vocabulary?

Pediatric speech therapist, Jessie Kensey, answers these questions and more in this episode as she and Heather chat all about how to get our toddlers talking more!

From understanding how and when toddler speech develops to strategies for supporting your toddler's speech development and what to avoid, you'll finish this episode with the all the tools you'll need to help your toddler start talking more and help yourself worry less!

About Jessie: She is the mom to an energetic, amazing 1-year-old and a pediatric speech language pathologist. Prior to becoming a speech therapist, she worked as a high school English teacher and, since the birth of her son, has decided to mesh the two worlds of teaching and speech to support families of toddlers.

For more information about Jessie, you can visit her website or connect with her over on Instagram @simplyspeech_!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Technology, Toddlers, and Tantrums: Is Screen Time Bad? 23 23 Technology, Toddlers, and Tantrums: Is Screen Time Bad? full c979e0af-b396-406b-9ba4-9d8e21d63c4f https://share.transistor.fm/s/d9ffa23c Do you struggle with mom guilt every time you give in to your toddler's cries for the tablet or TV?

We all do!

In the technologically advanced world we live in, screens are just part of our every day lives. They're all around us, in our homes, and integrated into our routines. It's only natural that our toddlers will have some screen time during the day as well. 

But how much screen time is too much?

Heather tackles this touchy topic with grace, humor, and her love of statistics to help us better understand how much screen time is too much, how much is just right, and strategies for getting your toddler unglued from the screen and focused more on imaginative play.

If you're tired of the tantrums surrounding technology, this is an episode you'll want to dive into and grab all the tools you can to add to your kit!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Do you struggle with mom guilt every time you give in to your toddler's cries for the tablet or TV?

We all do!

In the technologically advanced world we live in, screens are just part of our every day lives. They're all around us, in our homes, and integrated into our routines. It's only natural that our toddlers will have some screen time during the day as well. 

But how much screen time is too much?

Heather tackles this touchy topic with grace, humor, and her love of statistics to help us better understand how much screen time is too much, how much is just right, and strategies for getting your toddler unglued from the screen and focused more on imaginative play.

If you're tired of the tantrums surrounding technology, this is an episode you'll want to dive into and grab all the tools you can to add to your kit!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 28 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1796 Do you struggle with mom guilt every time you give in to your toddler's cries for the tablet or TV?

We all do!

In the technologically advanced world we live in, screens are just part of our every day lives. They're all around us, in our homes, and integrated into our routines. It's only natural that our toddlers will have some screen time during the day as well. 

But how much screen time is too much?

Heather tackles this touchy topic with grace, humor, and her love of statistics to help us better understand how much screen time is too much, how much is just right, and strategies for getting your toddler unglued from the screen and focused more on imaginative play.

If you're tired of the tantrums surrounding technology, this is an episode you'll want to dive into and grab all the tools you can to add to your kit!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Understanding Toddler Sleep with Jensine Casey 22 22 Understanding Toddler Sleep with Jensine Casey full c0d2ccc8-fcd5-4ad8-a6ea-b7f85ca7b2ef https://share.transistor.fm/s/ec705b2c Finding your toddler's sleep transition exhausting? You're not alone!

In this episode, Heather sits down with pediatric sleep consultant, Jensine Casey, to talk all about toddler sleep habits, transitions, behavior, and patterns, and how we, as parents, can crack the code on getting our toddlers to sleep without the stress.

Whether your toddler is transitioning from two naps to one, no naps at all, or from the crib to a big kid bed, you're guaranteed to gather some helpful tips to add to your toddler toolkit for more restful nights and happier moods.

About Jensine: I'm a pediatric sleep consultant, postpartum doula and mom of 3. I'm passionate about helping families find sustainable sleep situations for everyone. I talk a lot about realistic expectations and how to handle ideal sleep strategies, but in real life.

Connect with Jensine over on Instagram and grab her free Schedule Guide!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Finding your toddler's sleep transition exhausting? You're not alone!

In this episode, Heather sits down with pediatric sleep consultant, Jensine Casey, to talk all about toddler sleep habits, transitions, behavior, and patterns, and how we, as parents, can crack the code on getting our toddlers to sleep without the stress.

Whether your toddler is transitioning from two naps to one, no naps at all, or from the crib to a big kid bed, you're guaranteed to gather some helpful tips to add to your toddler toolkit for more restful nights and happier moods.

About Jensine: I'm a pediatric sleep consultant, postpartum doula and mom of 3. I'm passionate about helping families find sustainable sleep situations for everyone. I talk a lot about realistic expectations and how to handle ideal sleep strategies, but in real life.

Connect with Jensine over on Instagram and grab her free Schedule Guide!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 21 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2846 Finding your toddler's sleep transition exhausting? You're not alone!

In this episode, Heather sits down with pediatric sleep consultant, Jensine Casey, to talk all about toddler sleep habits, transitions, behavior, and patterns, and how we, as parents, can crack the code on getting our toddlers to sleep without the stress.

Whether your toddler is transitioning from two naps to one, no naps at all, or from the crib to a big kid bed, you're guaranteed to gather some helpful tips to add to your toddler toolkit for more restful nights and happier moods.

About Jensine: I'm a pediatric sleep consultant, postpartum doula and mom of 3. I'm passionate about helping families find sustainable sleep situations for everyone. I talk a lot about realistic expectations and how to handle ideal sleep strategies, but in real life.

Connect with Jensine over on Instagram and grab her free Schedule Guide!

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Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Toddler Turn-Taking and Sharing Explained 21 21 Toddler Turn-Taking and Sharing Explained full 0d1079fe-2e84-4a60-b1ae-db50f31f8967 https://share.transistor.fm/s/eae468b9 What's the difference between turn-taking and sharing? Are they the same thing or do they teach different skills to our toddlers?

And is sharing actually a bad thing to teach our toddlers?

Heather breaks these two concepts down in this episode and confronts the misleading and confusing parenting advice that many influencers are currently sharing on social media. 

Listen in to learn how turn-taking and sharing are two different activities that teach our toddlers key skills like fairness, kindness, empathy, and patience without turning them into people pleasers, and learn how to add these two concepts into your toddler toolkit for raising emotionally resilient, confident children!

*Attention!* If you LOVE Toddler Toolkit Podcast and haven't written a review yet, then here is some exciting news!You will be entered into a $15 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway if you write a review on Apple Podcast HERE for the Toddler Toolkit Podcast and email me a screenshot of your review to heather@twinmomroadmap.com. Winner announced on February 21st with one of those fun spin-y wheels!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> What's the difference between turn-taking and sharing? Are they the same thing or do they teach different skills to our toddlers?

And is sharing actually a bad thing to teach our toddlers?

Heather breaks these two concepts down in this episode and confronts the misleading and confusing parenting advice that many influencers are currently sharing on social media. 

Listen in to learn how turn-taking and sharing are two different activities that teach our toddlers key skills like fairness, kindness, empathy, and patience without turning them into people pleasers, and learn how to add these two concepts into your toddler toolkit for raising emotionally resilient, confident children!

*Attention!* If you LOVE Toddler Toolkit Podcast and haven't written a review yet, then here is some exciting news!You will be entered into a $15 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway if you write a review on Apple Podcast HERE for the Toddler Toolkit Podcast and email me a screenshot of your review to heather@twinmomroadmap.com. Winner announced on February 21st with one of those fun spin-y wheels!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 14 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2612 What's the difference between turn-taking and sharing? Are they the same thing or do they teach different skills to our toddlers?

And is sharing actually a bad thing to teach our toddlers?

Heather breaks these two concepts down in this episode and confronts the misleading and confusing parenting advice that many influencers are currently sharing on social media. 

Listen in to learn how turn-taking and sharing are two different activities that teach our toddlers key skills like fairness, kindness, empathy, and patience without turning them into people pleasers, and learn how to add these two concepts into your toddler toolkit for raising emotionally resilient, confident children!

*Attention!* If you LOVE Toddler Toolkit Podcast and haven't written a review yet, then here is some exciting news!You will be entered into a $15 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway if you write a review on Apple Podcast HERE for the Toddler Toolkit Podcast and email me a screenshot of your review to heather@twinmomroadmap.com. Winner announced on February 21st with one of those fun spin-y wheels!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Wisdom From a Single Mom of Four - Misty Hughes on Thriving Against the Odds 20 20 Wisdom From a Single Mom of Four - Misty Hughes on Thriving Against the Odds full abd30f38-dede-431e-9012-4e7b06058462 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a5c4883f So many of us mothers fail to prioritize and nurture ourselves along with our children.

We put all of our focus on our kids, our spouse, our home, and our family before we ever remember to focus on ourselves as well.

And sooner rather than later, we find ourselves burnt out, unhappy, resentful, and unwell. It's time to make a change!

Join Heather and Misty as they discuss caring for ourselves well in motherhood. From soul care to celebrating the smallest of joys, Misty shares her own deep wisdom for how to value yourself as a woman and a mother, and how caring for yourself is actually one of the most powerful tools you could have in your kit!

About Misty: Your Celebration Coach and Gratitude Guide. As a seasoned mom of 4 adult kids and grateful Grammy of 6, I love educating, inspiring, and mentoring young moms who are seeking to discover how to walk as women of excellence. I believe every woman is created as a leader…lead herself, her family, and others.

Connect with Misty on her website!

Don't forget to sign up for the Winter Toddler Meltdown Workshop today and discover how to bust the winter blues with your toddler and keep them entertained without the meltdowns all season long!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> So many of us mothers fail to prioritize and nurture ourselves along with our children.

We put all of our focus on our kids, our spouse, our home, and our family before we ever remember to focus on ourselves as well.

And sooner rather than later, we find ourselves burnt out, unhappy, resentful, and unwell. It's time to make a change!

Join Heather and Misty as they discuss caring for ourselves well in motherhood. From soul care to celebrating the smallest of joys, Misty shares her own deep wisdom for how to value yourself as a woman and a mother, and how caring for yourself is actually one of the most powerful tools you could have in your kit!

About Misty: Your Celebration Coach and Gratitude Guide. As a seasoned mom of 4 adult kids and grateful Grammy of 6, I love educating, inspiring, and mentoring young moms who are seeking to discover how to walk as women of excellence. I believe every woman is created as a leader…lead herself, her family, and others.

Connect with Misty on her website!

Don't forget to sign up for the Winter Toddler Meltdown Workshop today and discover how to bust the winter blues with your toddler and keep them entertained without the meltdowns all season long!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 07 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2365 So many of us mothers fail to prioritize and nurture ourselves along with our children.

We put all of our focus on our kids, our spouse, our home, and our family before we ever remember to focus on ourselves as well.

And sooner rather than later, we find ourselves burnt out, unhappy, resentful, and unwell. It's time to make a change!

Join Heather and Misty as they discuss caring for ourselves well in motherhood. From soul care to celebrating the smallest of joys, Misty shares her own deep wisdom for how to value yourself as a woman and a mother, and how caring for yourself is actually one of the most powerful tools you could have in your kit!

About Misty: Your Celebration Coach and Gratitude Guide. As a seasoned mom of 4 adult kids and grateful Grammy of 6, I love educating, inspiring, and mentoring young moms who are seeking to discover how to walk as women of excellence. I believe every woman is created as a leader…lead herself, her family, and others.

Connect with Misty on her website!

Don't forget to sign up for the Winter Toddler Meltdown Workshop today and discover how to bust the winter blues with your toddler and keep them entertained without the meltdowns all season long!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Navigating Meltdowns: When Toddlers Don't Get What They Want 19 19 Navigating Meltdowns: When Toddlers Don't Get What They Want full d3a2417f-6961-43d9-a5ea-79f5de83f121 https://share.transistor.fm/s/295c4a91 Why do toddlers sometimes have a meltdown after you give them what they asked for? Or why do they get stuck in a "yes, no" loop where they say they want something, then don't?

And how do we handle those dreaded meltdowns that happen when they don't get what they wanted?

Heather's answering all these questions plus more in this episode! Join in the discussion and gain a better understanding of how your toddler's brain works, discover where you can help them communicate their needs, and add another resource to your toolkit to help your toddler thrive!

Also, don't forget to sign up for the Winter Toddler Meltdown Workshop today and discover how to bust the winter blues with your toddler and keep them entertained without the meltdowns all season long!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.


]]> Why do toddlers sometimes have a meltdown after you give them what they asked for? Or why do they get stuck in a "yes, no" loop where they say they want something, then don't?

And how do we handle those dreaded meltdowns that happen when they don't get what they wanted?

Heather's answering all these questions plus more in this episode! Join in the discussion and gain a better understanding of how your toddler's brain works, discover where you can help them communicate their needs, and add another resource to your toolkit to help your toddler thrive!

Also, don't forget to sign up for the Winter Toddler Meltdown Workshop today and discover how to bust the winter blues with your toddler and keep them entertained without the meltdowns all season long!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.


]]> Wed, 31 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2188 Why do toddlers sometimes have a meltdown after you give them what they asked for? Or why do they get stuck in a "yes, no" loop where they say they want something, then don't?

And how do we handle those dreaded meltdowns that happen when they don't get what they wanted?

Heather's answering all these questions plus more in this episode! Join in the discussion and gain a better understanding of how your toddler's brain works, discover where you can help them communicate their needs, and add another resource to your toolkit to help your toddler thrive!

Also, don't forget to sign up for the Winter Toddler Meltdown Workshop today and discover how to bust the winter blues with your toddler and keep them entertained without the meltdowns all season long!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.


]]> No A Connected and Healthy Marriage After Having Children with Michelle Purta 18 18 A Connected and Healthy Marriage After Having Children with Michelle Purta full 71130865-7f1e-472e-9d83-e64a1847f856 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b25e9e8a Having children creates new strains, challenges, and obstacles in a marriage that we often didn't prepare for beforehand. 

Not only are we learning how to raise and care for a new human being, we're also learning how to navigate being a spouse and a parent at the same time, maintain the romance, and figure out how to approach parenthood as a team rather than a solo act.

No wonder we often start feeling stuck in our marriages as co-parenting roommates instead of partners in parenthood!

If you're tired of feeling like the flames have fizzled out in your marriage, then come join Heather and Michelle as they discuss all things marriage after kids and how to stay connected with your spouse!

Michelle Purta is a marriage coach, wife, and mom of 3. She helps parents transform their marriage from co-parenting roommate status to feeling like a couple again. She is passionate about helping couples learn how to communicate with each other, connect while raising kids, and strengthen their partnership so they can enjoy their marriage no matter what stage of parenthood they're in, and be the example of a healthy marriage they wish they had.

Connect with Michelle over on her podcast, website, Instagram, Facebook group, and TikTok, and be sure to sign up for her free masterclass, "The #1 Conversation Married Couples Need To Have (But Aren't) Masterclass"!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Having children creates new strains, challenges, and obstacles in a marriage that we often didn't prepare for beforehand. 

Not only are we learning how to raise and care for a new human being, we're also learning how to navigate being a spouse and a parent at the same time, maintain the romance, and figure out how to approach parenthood as a team rather than a solo act.

No wonder we often start feeling stuck in our marriages as co-parenting roommates instead of partners in parenthood!

If you're tired of feeling like the flames have fizzled out in your marriage, then come join Heather and Michelle as they discuss all things marriage after kids and how to stay connected with your spouse!

Michelle Purta is a marriage coach, wife, and mom of 3. She helps parents transform their marriage from co-parenting roommate status to feeling like a couple again. She is passionate about helping couples learn how to communicate with each other, connect while raising kids, and strengthen their partnership so they can enjoy their marriage no matter what stage of parenthood they're in, and be the example of a healthy marriage they wish they had.

Connect with Michelle over on her podcast, website, Instagram, Facebook group, and TikTok, and be sure to sign up for her free masterclass, "The #1 Conversation Married Couples Need To Have (But Aren't) Masterclass"!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 24 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 3495 Having children creates new strains, challenges, and obstacles in a marriage that we often didn't prepare for beforehand. 

Not only are we learning how to raise and care for a new human being, we're also learning how to navigate being a spouse and a parent at the same time, maintain the romance, and figure out how to approach parenthood as a team rather than a solo act.

No wonder we often start feeling stuck in our marriages as co-parenting roommates instead of partners in parenthood!

If you're tired of feeling like the flames have fizzled out in your marriage, then come join Heather and Michelle as they discuss all things marriage after kids and how to stay connected with your spouse!

Michelle Purta is a marriage coach, wife, and mom of 3. She helps parents transform their marriage from co-parenting roommate status to feeling like a couple again. She is passionate about helping couples learn how to communicate with each other, connect while raising kids, and strengthen their partnership so they can enjoy their marriage no matter what stage of parenthood they're in, and be the example of a healthy marriage they wish they had.

Connect with Michelle over on her podcast, website, Instagram, Facebook group, and TikTok, and be sure to sign up for her free masterclass, "The #1 Conversation Married Couples Need To Have (But Aren't) Masterclass"!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Motherhood and Fitness: Realistic Routines for Busy Lives with Emmeline Fleeman 17 17 Motherhood and Fitness: Realistic Routines for Busy Lives with Emmeline Fleeman full 1f8d3231-b5f1-4b1b-9974-169ca5b72b16 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c0e98c5b As mothers of young toddlers, we know just how difficult it can be to keep up with our health and fitness.

Between sleep regressions, new routines, meltdowns, and playtime, finding time to work out is the last thing we want to think about!

But when we make a few shifts to our day and our mindset, we may just find that it's not quite as difficult as we thought.

Join Heather and her guest, Emmeline, as they chat all about motherhood and fitness in this episode!

From tips on how to work fitness into your daily schedule and ideas for how to get started, to tips for including your kids in your fitness plan, you're sure to come away with at least one new resource to add to your toddler toolkit!

Emmeline is a personal trainer that focuses on helping moms of multiples lose the baby weight and feel comfortable while chasing their kids. She understands how difficult it can be to handle motherhood while also trying to focus on fitness goals at the same time, and that's why she developed a unique program for busy moms of multiples to achieve their fitness goals without compromising family responsibilities!

Connect with Emmeline over on Instagram!

Don't forget to sign up for the Winter Toddler Meltdown Workshop today and gain some top strategies for handling your toddlers during the winter season. If you can't make it live, you can still catch the replay!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> As mothers of young toddlers, we know just how difficult it can be to keep up with our health and fitness.

Between sleep regressions, new routines, meltdowns, and playtime, finding time to work out is the last thing we want to think about!

But when we make a few shifts to our day and our mindset, we may just find that it's not quite as difficult as we thought.

Join Heather and her guest, Emmeline, as they chat all about motherhood and fitness in this episode!

From tips on how to work fitness into your daily schedule and ideas for how to get started, to tips for including your kids in your fitness plan, you're sure to come away with at least one new resource to add to your toddler toolkit!

Emmeline is a personal trainer that focuses on helping moms of multiples lose the baby weight and feel comfortable while chasing their kids. She understands how difficult it can be to handle motherhood while also trying to focus on fitness goals at the same time, and that's why she developed a unique program for busy moms of multiples to achieve their fitness goals without compromising family responsibilities!

Connect with Emmeline over on Instagram!

Don't forget to sign up for the Winter Toddler Meltdown Workshop today and gain some top strategies for handling your toddlers during the winter season. If you can't make it live, you can still catch the replay!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 17 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1369 As mothers of young toddlers, we know just how difficult it can be to keep up with our health and fitness.

Between sleep regressions, new routines, meltdowns, and playtime, finding time to work out is the last thing we want to think about!

But when we make a few shifts to our day and our mindset, we may just find that it's not quite as difficult as we thought.

Join Heather and her guest, Emmeline, as they chat all about motherhood and fitness in this episode!

From tips on how to work fitness into your daily schedule and ideas for how to get started, to tips for including your kids in your fitness plan, you're sure to come away with at least one new resource to add to your toddler toolkit!

Emmeline is a personal trainer that focuses on helping moms of multiples lose the baby weight and feel comfortable while chasing their kids. She understands how difficult it can be to handle motherhood while also trying to focus on fitness goals at the same time, and that's why she developed a unique program for busy moms of multiples to achieve their fitness goals without compromising family responsibilities!

Connect with Emmeline over on Instagram!

Don't forget to sign up for the Winter Toddler Meltdown Workshop today and gain some top strategies for handling your toddlers during the winter season. If you can't make it live, you can still catch the replay!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Toddlerhood: Navigating 18 Months to 2 1/2 Years 16 16 Toddlerhood: Navigating 18 Months to 2 1/2 Years full 8a04678a-717c-4bec-8994-c0b153fc4e35 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fb02dccf Between 1 ½ and 2 ½ years, toddlers go through a period of rapid development across various domains.

Not only are they growing bigger and stronger physically, they are also growing in their cognitive abilities, emotional and social development, self-care skills, language and communication, behavioral abilities, and sensory and artistic development.

They're going through a lot of really big and really fun changes! They're also going through a lot of changes that aren't so fun and are much more challenging for us parents.

Let's navigate the world of toddlerhood together and examine these changes while discussing some simple solutions we can begin implementing now to facilitate our toddlers' growth without the meltdowns!

Join Heather as she helps break down these stages and milestones, provides helpful tips for handling the more challenging developments, and shares anecdotes from her own twin toddlers' toddlerhood so you know you aren't alone!

Don't forget to grab the My Mom Journey Journal 2024 to start your new year off right with realistic intentions, helpful reflection, and some must-needed self-care!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Between 1 ½ and 2 ½ years, toddlers go through a period of rapid development across various domains.

Not only are they growing bigger and stronger physically, they are also growing in their cognitive abilities, emotional and social development, self-care skills, language and communication, behavioral abilities, and sensory and artistic development.

They're going through a lot of really big and really fun changes! They're also going through a lot of changes that aren't so fun and are much more challenging for us parents.

Let's navigate the world of toddlerhood together and examine these changes while discussing some simple solutions we can begin implementing now to facilitate our toddlers' growth without the meltdowns!

Join Heather as she helps break down these stages and milestones, provides helpful tips for handling the more challenging developments, and shares anecdotes from her own twin toddlers' toddlerhood so you know you aren't alone!

Don't forget to grab the My Mom Journey Journal 2024 to start your new year off right with realistic intentions, helpful reflection, and some must-needed self-care!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 10 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 3060 Between 1 ½ and 2 ½ years, toddlers go through a period of rapid development across various domains.

Not only are they growing bigger and stronger physically, they are also growing in their cognitive abilities, emotional and social development, self-care skills, language and communication, behavioral abilities, and sensory and artistic development.

They're going through a lot of really big and really fun changes! They're also going through a lot of changes that aren't so fun and are much more challenging for us parents.

Let's navigate the world of toddlerhood together and examine these changes while discussing some simple solutions we can begin implementing now to facilitate our toddlers' growth without the meltdowns!

Join Heather as she helps break down these stages and milestones, provides helpful tips for handling the more challenging developments, and shares anecdotes from her own twin toddlers' toddlerhood so you know you aren't alone!

Don't forget to grab the My Mom Journey Journal 2024 to start your new year off right with realistic intentions, helpful reflection, and some must-needed self-care!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Your Child's Unique Energy Blueprint with Raven Scott 15 15 Your Child's Unique Energy Blueprint with Raven Scott full f6d03915-e5bc-4e00-81b6-25086a513b53 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6d4815d5 Gain greater insight into how your child functions and why they do what they do through their unique Energy blueprint!

In this episode, Heather sits down with Spiritual Healer and Human Design Interpreter, Raven Scott, to discuss the significance of human design and how to use this tool to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your children, so you can consciously parent and guide them through childhood.

A mother, author, and fellow Empath, Raven Scott has worked hard to leave the old paradigms of parenting behind and now works with parents of all backgrounds on their journeys to conscious parenting. Connect with Raven over on her website!

Listen in as Raven reads and interprets Heather's twins' blueprints to see the benefits of human design and how you can add this resource to your own toolkit for raising intuitive, resilient children!

Bonus: Grab the "My Mom Journey Journal 2024" today to begin your own journey to conscious parenting, setting realistic intentions, and practicing well-deserved self-care!  

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Gain greater insight into how your child functions and why they do what they do through their unique Energy blueprint!

In this episode, Heather sits down with Spiritual Healer and Human Design Interpreter, Raven Scott, to discuss the significance of human design and how to use this tool to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your children, so you can consciously parent and guide them through childhood.

A mother, author, and fellow Empath, Raven Scott has worked hard to leave the old paradigms of parenting behind and now works with parents of all backgrounds on their journeys to conscious parenting. Connect with Raven over on her website!

Listen in as Raven reads and interprets Heather's twins' blueprints to see the benefits of human design and how you can add this resource to your own toolkit for raising intuitive, resilient children!

Bonus: Grab the "My Mom Journey Journal 2024" today to begin your own journey to conscious parenting, setting realistic intentions, and practicing well-deserved self-care!  

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 03 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 4883 Gain greater insight into how your child functions and why they do what they do through their unique Energy blueprint!

In this episode, Heather sits down with Spiritual Healer and Human Design Interpreter, Raven Scott, to discuss the significance of human design and how to use this tool to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your children, so you can consciously parent and guide them through childhood.

A mother, author, and fellow Empath, Raven Scott has worked hard to leave the old paradigms of parenting behind and now works with parents of all backgrounds on their journeys to conscious parenting. Connect with Raven over on her website!

Listen in as Raven reads and interprets Heather's twins' blueprints to see the benefits of human design and how you can add this resource to your own toolkit for raising intuitive, resilient children!

Bonus: Grab the "My Mom Journey Journal 2024" today to begin your own journey to conscious parenting, setting realistic intentions, and practicing well-deserved self-care!  

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Mindful Parenting in the New Year 14 14 Mindful Parenting in the New Year full a26d8ee0-44d1-4580-9eed-edabd37f1a67 https://share.transistor.fm/s/200ebdd4 Set clear, doable, and healthy goals for you and your family in 2024!

With the new year just a few days away, most of us are looking to set new goals for ourselves and our families to make the next year better than the year before.

But what do we do when the resolutions we set just don't stick?

Join Heather as she dives into the reasons why most resolutions don't work, how to set goals that do, and how to set you and your family up for success to allow for mindful, peaceful parenting!

Bonus: Grab the "My Mom Journey Journal 2024" to practice more mindfulness in 2024!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Set clear, doable, and healthy goals for you and your family in 2024!

With the new year just a few days away, most of us are looking to set new goals for ourselves and our families to make the next year better than the year before.

But what do we do when the resolutions we set just don't stick?

Join Heather as she dives into the reasons why most resolutions don't work, how to set goals that do, and how to set you and your family up for success to allow for mindful, peaceful parenting!

Bonus: Grab the "My Mom Journey Journal 2024" to practice more mindfulness in 2024!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 27 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1094 Set clear, doable, and healthy goals for you and your family in 2024!

With the new year just a few days away, most of us are looking to set new goals for ourselves and our families to make the next year better than the year before.

But what do we do when the resolutions we set just don't stick?

Join Heather as she dives into the reasons why most resolutions don't work, how to set goals that do, and how to set you and your family up for success to allow for mindful, peaceful parenting!

Bonus: Grab the "My Mom Journey Journal 2024" to practice more mindfulness in 2024!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Navigating Mealtime: How to Start Healthy Habits Now with Nicole Cruz 13 13 Navigating Mealtime: How to Start Healthy Habits Now with Nicole Cruz full 4b1f0127-ff1e-4765-a3a8-171d822ec003 https://share.transistor.fm/s/570e7da6 Put an end to the mealtime meltdowns!

As parents of young toddlers, we all know how stressful and frustrating mealtime can often be. Between bargaining with our toddlers to eat their food, cleaning up the constant messes, and navigating tiresome tantrums, we're often left wondering if it'll ever get easier. Add in the holiday season and it's enough to make any parent want to throw in the towel.

But, fortunately, there is hope!

Come join the conversation as Heather and her guest, Nicole Cruz, dive into the nuances of toddler nutrition. A registered dietician and mama of three, Nicole specializes in child and family nutrition, helping families make mealtime more meaningful and leaving out the stress. Tune in to learn some key tips for starting healthy eating habits today!

Connect with Nicole over in her Facebook Group or on Instagram!

Don't forget to grab the free guide, 25 Days of Christmas Toddler Tips and Activities, to rock this holiday season!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Put an end to the mealtime meltdowns!

As parents of young toddlers, we all know how stressful and frustrating mealtime can often be. Between bargaining with our toddlers to eat their food, cleaning up the constant messes, and navigating tiresome tantrums, we're often left wondering if it'll ever get easier. Add in the holiday season and it's enough to make any parent want to throw in the towel.

But, fortunately, there is hope!

Come join the conversation as Heather and her guest, Nicole Cruz, dive into the nuances of toddler nutrition. A registered dietician and mama of three, Nicole specializes in child and family nutrition, helping families make mealtime more meaningful and leaving out the stress. Tune in to learn some key tips for starting healthy eating habits today!

Connect with Nicole over in her Facebook Group or on Instagram!

Don't forget to grab the free guide, 25 Days of Christmas Toddler Tips and Activities, to rock this holiday season!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 20 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1948 Put an end to the mealtime meltdowns!

As parents of young toddlers, we all know how stressful and frustrating mealtime can often be. Between bargaining with our toddlers to eat their food, cleaning up the constant messes, and navigating tiresome tantrums, we're often left wondering if it'll ever get easier. Add in the holiday season and it's enough to make any parent want to throw in the towel.

But, fortunately, there is hope!

Come join the conversation as Heather and her guest, Nicole Cruz, dive into the nuances of toddler nutrition. A registered dietician and mama of three, Nicole specializes in child and family nutrition, helping families make mealtime more meaningful and leaving out the stress. Tune in to learn some key tips for starting healthy eating habits today!

Connect with Nicole over in her Facebook Group or on Instagram!

Don't forget to grab the free guide, 25 Days of Christmas Toddler Tips and Activities, to rock this holiday season!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Social Pressures During the Holidays with Babies and Toddlers 12 12 Social Pressures During the Holidays with Babies and Toddlers full 1d099a21-f87c-4d59-be64-d462cbf7c9e2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0e778027 Do the holidays tend to leave you with a feeling of dread rather than joy? You're not alone!

The holidays are often difficult for many, and expectation from family and friends can cause a lot of anxiety, stress, and tension. If you have babies and/or toddlers as well, that stress level shoots up even higher as the expectations also grow!

Be prepared to combat social pressures and uninvited expectations this holiday season by setting firm boundaries and creating a plan ahead of time.

Join Heather in this episode as she shares some of her own holiday mishaps throughout the years, discusses some common hurdles that tend to pop up for us as parents, and demonstrates how to use pocket phrases to redirect social expectations!

All of Heather's tips can also be found in the 3 Steps to Less Meltdowns and Toddler Holiday Survival Guide, so be sure to grab it before it's gone!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Do the holidays tend to leave you with a feeling of dread rather than joy? You're not alone!

The holidays are often difficult for many, and expectation from family and friends can cause a lot of anxiety, stress, and tension. If you have babies and/or toddlers as well, that stress level shoots up even higher as the expectations also grow!

Be prepared to combat social pressures and uninvited expectations this holiday season by setting firm boundaries and creating a plan ahead of time.

Join Heather in this episode as she shares some of her own holiday mishaps throughout the years, discusses some common hurdles that tend to pop up for us as parents, and demonstrates how to use pocket phrases to redirect social expectations!

All of Heather's tips can also be found in the 3 Steps to Less Meltdowns and Toddler Holiday Survival Guide, so be sure to grab it before it's gone!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 13 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2491 Do the holidays tend to leave you with a feeling of dread rather than joy? You're not alone!

The holidays are often difficult for many, and expectation from family and friends can cause a lot of anxiety, stress, and tension. If you have babies and/or toddlers as well, that stress level shoots up even higher as the expectations also grow!

Be prepared to combat social pressures and uninvited expectations this holiday season by setting firm boundaries and creating a plan ahead of time.

Join Heather in this episode as she shares some of her own holiday mishaps throughout the years, discusses some common hurdles that tend to pop up for us as parents, and demonstrates how to use pocket phrases to redirect social expectations!

All of Heather's tips can also be found in the 3 Steps to Less Meltdowns and Toddler Holiday Survival Guide, so be sure to grab it before it's gone!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Conflict Resolution for Toddler Siblings 11 11 Conflict Resolution for Toddler Siblings full c0c92d81-af2c-4c6e-b343-1fd5fa284fa8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/709d2d54 What's the best way to handle conflicts between toddlers? Should we let them figure it out for themselves, step in and take over, or something else?

Conflicts can be tricky for our littles. They are still learning how to interact with others, take turns, share items, communicate effectively, and manage their emotions. And, though conflict resolution skills begin to develop in early childhood, they continue to evolve throughout a person's life.

So, what's a parent to do? How can we help our toddlers navigate this rocky road when we're still developing our own conflict resolution skills?

That's just what we'll be diving into in this episode! Join Heather as she breaks down the building blocks to conflict resolution, how we can support our toddlers during conflict, and what never to do when our toddlers are experiencing conflict.

Let's jump in together and learn some key methods for handling conflict resolution between toddlers!

Bonus: Grab the 3 Steps to Less Meltdown and Toddler Holiday Survival Guide today and rock this holiday season with your toddler!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> What's the best way to handle conflicts between toddlers? Should we let them figure it out for themselves, step in and take over, or something else?

Conflicts can be tricky for our littles. They are still learning how to interact with others, take turns, share items, communicate effectively, and manage their emotions. And, though conflict resolution skills begin to develop in early childhood, they continue to evolve throughout a person's life.

So, what's a parent to do? How can we help our toddlers navigate this rocky road when we're still developing our own conflict resolution skills?

That's just what we'll be diving into in this episode! Join Heather as she breaks down the building blocks to conflict resolution, how we can support our toddlers during conflict, and what never to do when our toddlers are experiencing conflict.

Let's jump in together and learn some key methods for handling conflict resolution between toddlers!

Bonus: Grab the 3 Steps to Less Meltdown and Toddler Holiday Survival Guide today and rock this holiday season with your toddler!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1839 What's the best way to handle conflicts between toddlers? Should we let them figure it out for themselves, step in and take over, or something else?

Conflicts can be tricky for our littles. They are still learning how to interact with others, take turns, share items, communicate effectively, and manage their emotions. And, though conflict resolution skills begin to develop in early childhood, they continue to evolve throughout a person's life.

So, what's a parent to do? How can we help our toddlers navigate this rocky road when we're still developing our own conflict resolution skills?

That's just what we'll be diving into in this episode! Join Heather as she breaks down the building blocks to conflict resolution, how we can support our toddlers during conflict, and what never to do when our toddlers are experiencing conflict.

Let's jump in together and learn some key methods for handling conflict resolution between toddlers!

Bonus: Grab the 3 Steps to Less Meltdown and Toddler Holiday Survival Guide today and rock this holiday season with your toddler!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Why Toddler Behavior Gets Worse Before It Gets Better 10 10 Why Toddler Behavior Gets Worse Before It Gets Better full 1b703c21-e10c-4ee8-a8b2-7da3de89fce7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a53a6325 Why does it seem like our toddlers' behavior gets worse before it gets better? What about when it seems to improve almost immediately? There's more going on behind the scenes than we might think!

In this episode, we're breaking down the cognitive and developmental changes that are taking place in your toddler's brain and the reasons behind their behavioral set-backs as well as their aha-moments.

From testing the waters, getting stuck at frustration station, and battling communication breakdown, our little toddlers are juggling a lot! Let's dive into these concepts together and discover how to address their obstacles and change the behavior, meltdown-free!

Bonus: Grab the 3 Steps to Less Meltdown and Toddler Holiday Survival Guide today and rock this holiday season with your toddler!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Why does it seem like our toddlers' behavior gets worse before it gets better? What about when it seems to improve almost immediately? There's more going on behind the scenes than we might think!

In this episode, we're breaking down the cognitive and developmental changes that are taking place in your toddler's brain and the reasons behind their behavioral set-backs as well as their aha-moments.

From testing the waters, getting stuck at frustration station, and battling communication breakdown, our little toddlers are juggling a lot! Let's dive into these concepts together and discover how to address their obstacles and change the behavior, meltdown-free!

Bonus: Grab the 3 Steps to Less Meltdown and Toddler Holiday Survival Guide today and rock this holiday season with your toddler!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 29 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1885 Why does it seem like our toddlers' behavior gets worse before it gets better? What about when it seems to improve almost immediately? There's more going on behind the scenes than we might think!

In this episode, we're breaking down the cognitive and developmental changes that are taking place in your toddler's brain and the reasons behind their behavioral set-backs as well as their aha-moments.

From testing the waters, getting stuck at frustration station, and battling communication breakdown, our little toddlers are juggling a lot! Let's dive into these concepts together and discover how to address their obstacles and change the behavior, meltdown-free!

Bonus: Grab the 3 Steps to Less Meltdown and Toddler Holiday Survival Guide today and rock this holiday season with your toddler!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Toddler Time-Out Vs. Time-In with a Twist, Part 2 9 9 Toddler Time-Out Vs. Time-In with a Twist, Part 2 full de3bf452-1fa3-4347-a2c4-3127f074c33d https://share.transistor.fm/s/c87f3c81 We're continuing our discussion on time-out versus time-in today!

In today's episode, we'll be looking at approaches that are used in schools, how they compare to approaches used at home, the differences between time-out and time-in, and practical tips for using these strategies for your toddler!

Come join in as we wrap up our conversation and use these ideas to help create harmonious homes and self-regulated toddlers. Enjoy!

Also, be sure to check out our new 25 Days of Christmas Toddler Activities plus Thanksgiving Guide! You'll find tons of educational activities, tips, and teaching moments to bond with your toddler this holiday season! Grab it HERE!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> We're continuing our discussion on time-out versus time-in today!

In today's episode, we'll be looking at approaches that are used in schools, how they compare to approaches used at home, the differences between time-out and time-in, and practical tips for using these strategies for your toddler!

Come join in as we wrap up our conversation and use these ideas to help create harmonious homes and self-regulated toddlers. Enjoy!

Also, be sure to check out our new 25 Days of Christmas Toddler Activities plus Thanksgiving Guide! You'll find tons of educational activities, tips, and teaching moments to bond with your toddler this holiday season! Grab it HERE!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 22 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1929 We're continuing our discussion on time-out versus time-in today!

In today's episode, we'll be looking at approaches that are used in schools, how they compare to approaches used at home, the differences between time-out and time-in, and practical tips for using these strategies for your toddler!

Come join in as we wrap up our conversation and use these ideas to help create harmonious homes and self-regulated toddlers. Enjoy!

Also, be sure to check out our new 25 Days of Christmas Toddler Activities plus Thanksgiving Guide! You'll find tons of educational activities, tips, and teaching moments to bond with your toddler this holiday season! Grab it HERE!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Toddler Time-Out Vs. Time-In with a Twist - Part 1 8 8 Toddler Time-Out Vs. Time-In with a Twist - Part 1 full 898d643b-406f-423b-ab7c-21efffdd730e https://share.transistor.fm/s/d033fdfb Wondering what the differences are between time-out and time-in? Which strategy should you use with your child, if either?

You're sure to find out in this episode! We're breaking down the details on what each of these strategies means, what their differences and similarities are, and the research behind them.

Looking at several different case studies, we're analyzing the facts and the mindset differences to truly understand the reasoning and effectiveness of both strategies, so that we can use the strategy that's best for our toddlers in the best way possible.

It's an episode so jam-packed that we had to split it into two parts! Be sure to catch the next episode where we dive into tips for using these strategies effectively and how to adapt them to the needs of our toddlers.

Also, be sure to check out our new 25 Days of Christmas Toddler Activities plus Thanksgiving Guide! You'll find tons of educational activities, tips, and teaching moments to bond with your toddler this holiday season! Grab it HERE!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wondering what the differences are between time-out and time-in? Which strategy should you use with your child, if either?

You're sure to find out in this episode! We're breaking down the details on what each of these strategies means, what their differences and similarities are, and the research behind them.

Looking at several different case studies, we're analyzing the facts and the mindset differences to truly understand the reasoning and effectiveness of both strategies, so that we can use the strategy that's best for our toddlers in the best way possible.

It's an episode so jam-packed that we had to split it into two parts! Be sure to catch the next episode where we dive into tips for using these strategies effectively and how to adapt them to the needs of our toddlers.

Also, be sure to check out our new 25 Days of Christmas Toddler Activities plus Thanksgiving Guide! You'll find tons of educational activities, tips, and teaching moments to bond with your toddler this holiday season! Grab it HERE!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 15 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2410 Wondering what the differences are between time-out and time-in? Which strategy should you use with your child, if either?

You're sure to find out in this episode! We're breaking down the details on what each of these strategies means, what their differences and similarities are, and the research behind them.

Looking at several different case studies, we're analyzing the facts and the mindset differences to truly understand the reasoning and effectiveness of both strategies, so that we can use the strategy that's best for our toddlers in the best way possible.

It's an episode so jam-packed that we had to split it into two parts! Be sure to catch the next episode where we dive into tips for using these strategies effectively and how to adapt them to the needs of our toddlers.

Also, be sure to check out our new 25 Days of Christmas Toddler Activities plus Thanksgiving Guide! You'll find tons of educational activities, tips, and teaching moments to bond with your toddler this holiday season! Grab it HERE!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Getting The Whole Family Involved with Sarah Immonen Ward 7 7 Getting The Whole Family Involved with Sarah Immonen Ward full 40f3b761-de34-45cf-942f-4a34aa62bb84 https://share.transistor.fm/s/21e3b3b0 What is harmony? One of the Definitions of harmony is "the quality of forming a pleasing and consistent whole." Making up the whole is the ability to trust and support, communicate differences in a constructive manner, and look beyond the self as a broader picture, the whole. The self however is a very important part that makes up the whole.

Everyone in your family has a part, they have a voice, and they are an important part of the whole. If one part of the whole is muted and silenced, then you would be having friction in harmony and lacking harmony in your family.

While friction is a normal part of the family dynamic, there are different measures we can take to reduce the amount of friction that occurs and increase our family's level of harmony.

Join us in this conversation with special guest Sarah Immonen Ward as we discuss what harmony looks like in our families, the four pillars of harmony, and our top tips for increasing harmony in your home right now!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> What is harmony? One of the Definitions of harmony is "the quality of forming a pleasing and consistent whole." Making up the whole is the ability to trust and support, communicate differences in a constructive manner, and look beyond the self as a broader picture, the whole. The self however is a very important part that makes up the whole.

Everyone in your family has a part, they have a voice, and they are an important part of the whole. If one part of the whole is muted and silenced, then you would be having friction in harmony and lacking harmony in your family.

While friction is a normal part of the family dynamic, there are different measures we can take to reduce the amount of friction that occurs and increase our family's level of harmony.

Join us in this conversation with special guest Sarah Immonen Ward as we discuss what harmony looks like in our families, the four pillars of harmony, and our top tips for increasing harmony in your home right now!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 08 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0600 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 2479 What is harmony? One of the Definitions of harmony is "the quality of forming a pleasing and consistent whole." Making up the whole is the ability to trust and support, communicate differences in a constructive manner, and look beyond the self as a broader picture, the whole. The self however is a very important part that makes up the whole.

Everyone in your family has a part, they have a voice, and they are an important part of the whole. If one part of the whole is muted and silenced, then you would be having friction in harmony and lacking harmony in your family.

While friction is a normal part of the family dynamic, there are different measures we can take to reduce the amount of friction that occurs and increase our family's level of harmony.

Join us in this conversation with special guest Sarah Immonen Ward as we discuss what harmony looks like in our families, the four pillars of harmony, and our top tips for increasing harmony in your home right now!


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No How to Build Sharing Skills 6 6 How to Build Sharing Skills full 4ffcca0f-f38e-4a87-b05c-8986425c6ae1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9e378268 Sharing is a key skill for every toddler to master as they grow and develop. However, it can be a difficult skill for young toddlers to grasp when they don't understand what sharing really means.

In today's episode, we're discussing how to approach sharing in a way that's developmentally appropriate for our toddlers so that they can understand and feel safe to do so.

We'll cover a few keys methods for encouraging our toddlers to share and how to create skill building chains that build upon each other and enrich those important teaching moments.

Come join the discussion as we navigate the do's and don'ts of sharing and learn how to equip our toddlers for success!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Sharing is a key skill for every toddler to master as they grow and develop. However, it can be a difficult skill for young toddlers to grasp when they don't understand what sharing really means.

In today's episode, we're discussing how to approach sharing in a way that's developmentally appropriate for our toddlers so that they can understand and feel safe to do so.

We'll cover a few keys methods for encouraging our toddlers to share and how to create skill building chains that build upon each other and enrich those important teaching moments.

Come join the discussion as we navigate the do's and don'ts of sharing and learn how to equip our toddlers for success!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 01 Nov 2023 16:25:28 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1508 Sharing is a key skill for every toddler to master as they grow and develop. However, it can be a difficult skill for young toddlers to grasp when they don't understand what sharing really means.

In today's episode, we're discussing how to approach sharing in a way that's developmentally appropriate for our toddlers so that they can understand and feel safe to do so.

We'll cover a few keys methods for encouraging our toddlers to share and how to create skill building chains that build upon each other and enrich those important teaching moments.

Come join the discussion as we navigate the do's and don'ts of sharing and learn how to equip our toddlers for success!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Risk Taking Behavior: Climbing on the Couch 5 5 Risk Taking Behavior: Climbing on the Couch full f43b4173-0c89-4234-81e4-4b1827fa6920 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e790d2d3 Why won't your toddler stop climbing on the couch and what you can you do to save your sanity??

As toddlers grow and develop, they reach a stage where they engage in a lot of risk-taking behavior. While this is healthy for their development and allows them to learn new skills, it can also be exhausting and worrisome for us parents!

In today's episode, we're breaking down the main reasons why toddlers engage in this type of behavior, how it changes over toddlerhood, and how we can safely allow our toddlers to take these types of risks in a practical way.

Let's walk through this balancing act together and learn how to interact with our toddlers in a way that's healthy, positive, and supportive while also setting boundaries and keeping our toddlers safe!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Why won't your toddler stop climbing on the couch and what you can you do to save your sanity??

As toddlers grow and develop, they reach a stage where they engage in a lot of risk-taking behavior. While this is healthy for their development and allows them to learn new skills, it can also be exhausting and worrisome for us parents!

In today's episode, we're breaking down the main reasons why toddlers engage in this type of behavior, how it changes over toddlerhood, and how we can safely allow our toddlers to take these types of risks in a practical way.

Let's walk through this balancing act together and learn how to interact with our toddlers in a way that's healthy, positive, and supportive while also setting boundaries and keeping our toddlers safe!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 25 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1889 Why won't your toddler stop climbing on the couch and what you can you do to save your sanity??

As toddlers grow and develop, they reach a stage where they engage in a lot of risk-taking behavior. While this is healthy for their development and allows them to learn new skills, it can also be exhausting and worrisome for us parents!

In today's episode, we're breaking down the main reasons why toddlers engage in this type of behavior, how it changes over toddlerhood, and how we can safely allow our toddlers to take these types of risks in a practical way.

Let's walk through this balancing act together and learn how to interact with our toddlers in a way that's healthy, positive, and supportive while also setting boundaries and keeping our toddlers safe!

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No The Art of Dual Attention – Meeting Individual Needs 4 4 The Art of Dual Attention – Meeting Individual Needs full cd237bf7-1be5-4c29-9fee-ded2670b2c29 https://share.transistor.fm/s/aadd7427 Today, we're diving into the whirlwind world of toddlers - especially when you have more than one close in age. Whether they're twins, or Irish twins, or just toddlers treading on each other’s tiny toes, how do we ensure each feels valued for who they are? 

Using individual moments with your toddlers can feel challenging but the reward is oh so worth it! Listen in on today's episode to learn how to implement this technique in your daily routine without frustration.


Let's walk this tightrope of toddlerhood together, ensuring each child's individual needs are met while fostering a harmonious home with less meltdowns. 

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Today, we're diving into the whirlwind world of toddlers - especially when you have more than one close in age. Whether they're twins, or Irish twins, or just toddlers treading on each other’s tiny toes, how do we ensure each feels valued for who they are? 

Using individual moments with your toddlers can feel challenging but the reward is oh so worth it! Listen in on today's episode to learn how to implement this technique in your daily routine without frustration.


Let's walk this tightrope of toddlerhood together, ensuring each child's individual needs are met while fostering a harmonious home with less meltdowns. 

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 18 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1752 Today, we're diving into the whirlwind world of toddlers - especially when you have more than one close in age. Whether they're twins, or Irish twins, or just toddlers treading on each other’s tiny toes, how do we ensure each feels valued for who they are? 

Using individual moments with your toddlers can feel challenging but the reward is oh so worth it! Listen in on today's episode to learn how to implement this technique in your daily routine without frustration.


Let's walk this tightrope of toddlerhood together, ensuring each child's individual needs are met while fostering a harmonious home with less meltdowns. 

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No The "Why" Behind the Behavior 3 3 The "Why" Behind the Behavior full 73a24414-05f1-4d6a-a9d0-74c08b176a95 https://share.transistor.fm/s/370d4e0a In today's episode, we'll talk about two big toddler challenges: why they often run into the street and why they sometimes don't want to wear shoes. We'll look into why they do these things and share tips for parents to manage these situations.

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> In today's episode, we'll talk about two big toddler challenges: why they often run into the street and why they sometimes don't want to wear shoes. We'll look into why they do these things and share tips for parents to manage these situations.

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1458 In today's episode, we'll talk about two big toddler challenges: why they often run into the street and why they sometimes don't want to wear shoes. We'll look into why they do these things and share tips for parents to manage these situations.

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Fostering Bonds Between Young Siblings 2 2 Fostering Bonds Between Young Siblings full 66e9a5e7-1e7b-4817-aa8d-1baff94023a9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2daa7731 As parents of children close in age, fostering a positive bond between siblings is essential. 

In this episode, we'll dive deep into the dynamics of young sibling relationships. Learn how to handle rivalry, promote shared play, and what to do when your toddlers are fighting over your attention and want to sit on your lap. 

Drawing from both educational theories and real-life anecdotes, this episode offers a roadmap to nurturing harmony in a bustling household.

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> As parents of children close in age, fostering a positive bond between siblings is essential. 

In this episode, we'll dive deep into the dynamics of young sibling relationships. Learn how to handle rivalry, promote shared play, and what to do when your toddlers are fighting over your attention and want to sit on your lap. 

Drawing from both educational theories and real-life anecdotes, this episode offers a roadmap to nurturing harmony in a bustling household.

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1194 As parents of children close in age, fostering a positive bond between siblings is essential. 

In this episode, we'll dive deep into the dynamics of young sibling relationships. Learn how to handle rivalry, promote shared play, and what to do when your toddlers are fighting over your attention and want to sit on your lap. 

Drawing from both educational theories and real-life anecdotes, this episode offers a roadmap to nurturing harmony in a bustling household.

Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> No Parenting Close in Age - Navigating the Unique Journey 1 1 Parenting Close in Age - Navigating the Unique Journey full ef017e69-43cd-4e95-ba1b-a8e97b7fce18 https://share.transistor.fm/s/271bde73 In this episode, Heather talks about understanding toddler behavior, 10 best tips to reducing those all-too-common meltdowns, and explores how to raise resilient, self-regulated toddlers. 

Whether you're juggling 2 toddlers, grappling with sibling dynamics, or just seeking effective parenting strategies, this episode paves the way for a series filled with insights, tips, and camaraderie. Let's dive in and kick-start this parenting journey together!.


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> In this episode, Heather talks about understanding toddler behavior, 10 best tips to reducing those all-too-common meltdowns, and explores how to raise resilient, self-regulated toddlers. 

Whether you're juggling 2 toddlers, grappling with sibling dynamics, or just seeking effective parenting strategies, this episode paves the way for a series filled with insights, tips, and camaraderie. Let's dive in and kick-start this parenting journey together!.


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 12:37:55 -0500 Heather Schalk, M.Ed. Heather Schalk, M.Ed. 1249 In this episode, Heather talks about understanding toddler behavior, 10 best tips to reducing those all-too-common meltdowns, and explores how to raise resilient, self-regulated toddlers. 

Whether you're juggling 2 toddlers, grappling with sibling dynamics, or just seeking effective parenting strategies, this episode paves the way for a series filled with insights, tips, and camaraderie. Let's dive in and kick-start this parenting journey together!.


Ready to get your toddler to listen in 2 seconds?

Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children who listen in 2 seconds.

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