Transforming The Toddler Years-A Conscious Parenting Podcast Turning Tantrums into Teachable Moments
Join Early Child Educator and mom of three Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed on her bi-weekly podcast that teaches you how to turn toddler tantrums into teachable moments. Her groundbreaking program prioritizes your early relationship with your toddlers as the foundation for applying her cycle-breaking Collaborative Parenting Methodology(™). Get ready for a conscious parenting perspective shift as you learn soul and science-based strategies that support your little one to develop the five executive functioning skills they need for success in school and life. Tantrum-Free Transition Guide in show notes!
Episodes
Feeling overwhelmed with the current racial tension around us?
In this special re-release guest episode, Cara welcomes Temi Adamolekun to discuss anti-racist parenting. Originally from Nigeria, Temi grew up in England, and now lives in San Francisco with her husband and son, running her own communications agency. She has written essays on topics such as anti-racist parenting and the importance of Black protagonists in children’...
Want to praise your kids with a purpose?
In this episode, I discuss praising our kids intentionally so that we do not eat away at our children's identities or define their effort based on what we want to see. I also share my actionable 3 step plan and language scripts you can use!
Looking for a parenting transformation? I invite you to look at my Transforming the Toddler Years course. Let's turn the daily ...
Want to yell less and be more a mindful parent?
Hunter Clarke-Fields joins me to talk about how to be less reactive aka stop yelling. We discuss the 3 Rs: Recognize your feelings, Remove yourself (if possible), Use Your Resources to calm the nervous system. We also discuss reducing your overall stress may be the #1 best thing you can do to yell less.
Hunter Clarke-Fields is the #1 bestselling author of “Raising Good Humans” (over 50...
Does your older toddler suddenly have stranger danger?
In this episode, I share a personal example of a toddler who experienced stranger danger a little late. I discuss the ripple effect unexpected change can have in their life and also how to scaffold transitions to help our littles adjust.
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Struggling through the toddler years?
Dr. Alissa Jerud joins me to talk about how Emotion-Savvy Parenting can help us relate more skillfully to challenging emotions, connect more deeply with our kids, and even enjoy parenting more. Plus we discuss practical tools that can help us better accept, regulate, and tolerate unwanted emotions (ours and those of our kids).
Dr. Alissa Jerud, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist, a C...
Does your toddler struggle when something unexpected happens?
In this episode I get into how kids process when something goes wrong. I talk about how long it takes when you give kids news or information that they're not going to like that will cause a real emotion, a real intensity, a real reaction and how long it takes for them to fully process what you've said. I emphasize the need to show up for toddlers in that mome...
Have you experienced the unimaginable?
Michelle Valiukenas joins me to share her personal story of infertility, navigating the NICU and parenting after the loss of a infant. She emphasizes that loss never leaves you and there are so many ways to keep memories alive, it may just take having the courage to let the path lead you where you need/want to be.
Content Warning: this episode speaks about infant loss
Does your toddler struggle with time management? They all do.
In this episode, I share simple and effective tools and language tips to help teach your toddler time management skills. With practice, kids feel safe and confident because they know what's coming throughout the day.
Teachers and ECE Professionals- what type of professional development would you benefit most from?
I do early childhood education trainings, pre-servic...
Curious how you can build a strong, loving relationship with your child? Unconditional positive regard may be your answer.
In this episode, Nicole Greene joins me to discuss her guiding beliefs that all people are worthy, all people deserve respect and all people deserve to be cared for.
Nicole Greene is a National Board Certified Special Education Teacher. She is a member of the Council for Exceptional Children’s Diversity Comm...
Want an easy way to help expand your toddler's language skills?
In this episode I talk about using mirror neurons to help expand your little one's language using intentional language and creating conversational dialogue.
Have questions about mirror neurons or your parenting journey in general? Book your complimentary ...
Curious about a holistic approach to autism?
Dr. Vladimir Barayev joins me to talk about cherishing the gifts of autism. At the heart of Dr. Vladimir Barayev's practice is a deep commitment to the six pillars of health: sleep, nutrition, physical activity, family and community relationships, coping skills, and managing environmental exposures. He emphasizes nobody has all the answers but keep searching until you find the r...
What do you say to your toddler when they try hard things?
In this episode, I share a story about a toddler trying something new and difficult and how I supported him. I share what I said (and didn't say) and how I handled the situation to build his confidence.
Looking for a parenting transformation? I invite you to look at my Transforming the Toddler Years course. Let's turn the daily tantrums into teachable m...
Ever judge your child for their "bad" behavior?
Kyira Wackett joins me to talk about allowing your toddler to have hard experiences in the world and leaning into how it supports their identity and emotional development. She shares a personal story about her daughter navigating tough situations and succeeding.
Kyira Wackett is a licensed mental health therapist, facilitator and creator and has been speaking on topi...
Ever felt that holiday disappointment? Like it didn't really like up to what you imagined in your mind?
In this episode, I share recent story where I had memorialized a holiday event before it even happened. I share that we as adults often create expectations for a moment and that can lead to disappointment. Lastly, I remind caregivers that we are never really in full control with a toddler.
Looking for intentional langu...
Feel like you're losing your mind and yourself, mama?
Dena Farash joins me to share her story about how motherhood uprooted her unhealed trauma and forced her to deal with it, in the midst of parenting young kids. We discuss motherhood as the beautiful relationship you get to create with your kids and caregiving as the day in day out stressors that make parenting hard! Dena also shares tips and tricks of how to heal while embracing ...
Feel like you're always worried about your child? You're not alone.
In this episode I discuss the common fear we all share in parenting. I emphasize that as difficult as it is, at times we need to step back as parents, let our kids practice resilient action and give them opportunities to practice resilient thinking.
Need some support letting go of some of the fear? DM me on Instagram and we'll chat.
Looking for a parenting transfor...
How powerful is positive self talk for kids?
Lauren Chaitoff joins me to talk about Yogi Bean’s playful approach. She highlights that yoga is more than just a physical practice—it promotes positive self-talk with “I Am” statements that result in stress reduction, mental and emotional regulation.
Lauren Chaitoff, founder and chief visionary officer of Yogi Beans, author, and pioneer in children’s yoga. Yogi Beans is a renowned chi...
How do you feel when you hear the words "peer pressure"?
In this episode, I talk about the negatives and positives of peer pressure. I discuss that the environment you choose and the people you choose to be around affects you and your children.
Looking for a parenting transformation? I invite you to look at my Transforming the Toddler Years course. Let's turn the daily tantrums into teachable moments that align wi...
Do you think about what's happening inside your child's belly and with their gut health?
Madeline Lauf joins me today to talk about children's gut health, improving children’s microbiomes and so much more!
Madeline Lauf is the founder and CEO of Begin Health, a company focused on children’s digestive health through prebiotic supplements. Check out all of her products and use CORE4PARENTING to get a discount on your o...
What is the difference between a parent coach and a parent educator?
In this episode, I discuss the difference between being a parent coach and a parent educator, and the roles I fulfill. I share how I can help you get to the root of who you are as a parent, meet you where you are, shine a light on where you want to be, and then guide you to get there.
Want to see how I can help you on your parenting journey?
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