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March 14, 2025 61 mins

At just 12 months old, toddlers begin to develop physical, language, and cognitive abilities, and it can begin to feel like a whirlwind of events. So, this week on Raising Parents: The Parenting Science Insights Podcast, host Dina Sargeant is joined by psychology professor Tovah P. Klein to break down each developmental milestone of toddlers, from first steps to first words.

As a child psychologist, Tovah P. Klein has specialized in the effects of traumatic situations on children and families. Currently, she serves as director of the Barnard Center for Toddler Development in New York City, as well as psychology professor at Barnard College, Columbia University. Tovah P. Klein’s work with families of children and teens spans over three decades, and has been fondly dubbed the ‘Toddler Whisperer’ by Good Morning America.

In this episode, Tovah P. Klein details the essential milestones and stages in toddler development, and offers ideas on effective ways for parents to create an environment that nurtures their toddler. She sheds light on the common struggles parents encounter during a toddler’s developmental years, and shells out advice for overcoming them.

Together, Dina and Tovah P. Klein weigh up various practices and habits that may prove useful in journeying through a toddler’s developmental milestones. So, whether you’re a new parent or just looking to brush up on your toddler knowledge, this episode is packed with expert insights and advice that will help parents of all walks support their child’s growth!

Follow Tovah P. Klein’s work: http://www.tovahklein.com/ 

Connect with Tovah P. Klein via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tovah-klein/ 

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