Toddler Toolkit

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 - Intro1:01 - Building Transferrable Skills5:16 - The Validation-Boundary Method7:04 - Skills We Can Teach Our Toddlers13:17 - 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.Join the waitlist for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop!Sign up for the Public Tantrum Game Plan workshop!Grab the 3 Steps to Less Meltdowns GuideTake the Meltdown Mastery: The Listening and Skilled Toddler Mini-CourseJoin the Toddler Mom CommunityFollow me on Instagram @twinmom_roadmapWatch the YouTube channelCheck out the blog

28 Aug 202413min

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 - Intro0:23 - The Seaweed Situation1:54 - Community is Key2:50 - Getting to the Root3:44 - The Water Bottle Blunder6:10 - The Salt Shaker Scenario8:50 - The Firework Fiasco10:50 - Finding a Solution12:13 - 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.Join the waitlist for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop!Sign up for the Public Tantrum Game Plan workshop!Grab the 3 Steps to Less Meltdowns GuideTake the Meltdown Mastery: The Listening and Skilled Toddler Mini-CourseJoin the Toddler Mom CommunityFollow me on Instagram @twinmom_roadmapWatch the YouTube channelCheck out the blog

21 Aug 202412min

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 - Intro0:41 - Predictable Tantrums3:11 - Some Common Triggers8:08 - Finding Solutions Ahead of Time15:16 - 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.Join the waitlist for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop!Sign up for the Public Tantrum Game Plan workshop!Grab the 3 Steps to Less Meltdowns GuideTake the Meltdown Mastery: The Listening and Skilled Toddler Mini-CourseJoin the Toddler Mom CommunityFollow me on Instagram @twinmom_roadmapWatch the YouTube channelCheck out the blog

14 Aug 202415min

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 - Intro0:42 - Understanding the Why Behind the Behavior3:04 - Shifting the Narrative5:06 - Stopping the Behavior6:55 - 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.Join the waitlist for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop!Sign up for the Public Tantrum Game Plan workshop!Grab the 3 Steps to Less Meltdowns GuideTake the Meltdown Mastery: The Listening and Skilled Toddler Mini-CourseJoin the Toddler Mom CommunityFollow me on Instagram @twinmom_roadmapWatch the YouTube channelCheck out the blog

7 Aug 20247min

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 - Intro0:39 - When We Decided It Was Time to Wear Helmets1:52 - Making It Fun3:25 - Tying It to a Prior Situation5:02 - The Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop6:05 - Positive Association & Storytelling6:52 - Involve Your Toddler9:08 - Building Routine9:57 - 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.Join the waitlist for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop!Sign up for the Public Tantrum Game Plan workshop!Grab the 3 Steps to Less Meltdowns GuideTake the Meltdown Mastery: The Listening and Skilled Toddler Mini-CourseJoin the Toddler Mom CommunityFollow me on Instagram @twinmom_roadmapWatch the YouTube channelCheck out the blog

31 Jul 202410min

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 - Intro0:45 - Ideas to Enhance Your Toddler's Water Confidence3:09 - Establishing Clear Rules6:16 - The Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop7:20 - Transferring Habits From the Pool to the Beach10:05 - Tips for Boat Safety11:31 - Handling Peer Pressure12:53 - 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.Join the waitlist for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop!Sign up for the Public Tantrum Game Plan workshop!Grab the 3 Steps to Less Meltdowns GuideTake the Meltdown Mastery: The Listening and Skilled Toddler Mini-CourseJoin the Toddler Mom CommunityFollow me on Instagram @twinmom_roadmapWatch the YouTube channelCheck out the blog

24 Jul 202413min

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 - Intro0:50 - The Cause of Resisting Sleep3:43 - A Risky Pattern5:30 - The Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior Workshop6:33 - The Effects of Resisting Sleep6:58 - My One Tip9:23 - A Bonus Tip10:20 - Conclusion10:46 - 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.Join the waitlist for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop!Sign up for the Public Tantrum Game Plan workshop!Grab the 3 Steps to Less Meltdowns GuideTake the Meltdown Mastery: The Listening and Skilled Toddler Mini-CourseJoin the Toddler Mom CommunityFollow me on Instagram @twinmom_roadmapWatch the YouTube channelCheck out the blog

17 Jul 202411min

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.Join the waitlist for the Transforming Aggressive Toddler Behavior workshop!Sign up for the Public Tantrum Game Plan workshop!Grab the 3 Steps to Less Meltdowns GuideTake the Meltdown Mastery: The Listening and Skilled Toddler Mini-CourseJoin the Toddler Mom CommunityFollow me on Instagram @twinmom_roadmapWatch the YouTube channelCheck out the blog

10 Jul 20249min