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Feb 19
How To Find Your Flow as a New Montessori Mom in 2026
In Season 2 Episode 45 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, we are talking all about finding a flow that works for you and supports your sweet baby's development in 2026.We touched on ideas like:Why new moms feel overwhelmed in 2026 and how to shift it into a calm rhythmThe Montesso ... Show More
21m 17s
Nov 2025
Using "the pause" to boost your baby's development
11m 11s
Nov 2025
Setting Up "Yes Spaces" for Your Baby
13m 59s
Sep 2024
Preparing your child for preschool using play
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, I chat with Connie about the critical aspects of preschool education, emphasizing the importance of play in child development. We explore the challenges children face in adapting to open-ended play, the significance of emotional regulation, a ... Show More
57m 47s
Nov 2024
The Daycare Myth: Childcare vs Early Childhood Education with Dr. Dan Wuori
44m 50s
Sep 2025
Is Daycare Really Helping Your Child? What Parents Need To Know Ep 121
Should you homeschool through kindergarten or send your child to preschool? You’ll discover the truth about “socialization,” what’s actually happening in many early childhood programs, and how to confidently decide what’s right for your family — without guilt, pressure, or fear o ... Show More
33m 51s
Apr 2020
S1 E10 All about how to build trust in your children, understand them, and enjoy it as well
This week I have a beautiful conversation with Junnifa all the way over in Nigeria. You may know Junnifa from her blog, Nduoma or instagram or her school, Fruitful Orchard Montessori. You'll leave this episode feeling inspired to either parent in a more Montessori way, maybe take ... Show More
1h 20m
Jul 2025
RE-RELEASE Kindergarten Readiness - 3 Skills Teachers Really Want to See with Zeba McGibbon
Worried if your toddler is ready for preschool?I welcome Zeba McGibbons, teacher, curriculum creator, and children’s book author. In this episode, we discuss kindergarten readiness, and it's not actually about academic readiness like parents think, but rather social-emotional ski ... Show More
40m 36s
Sep 2025
Why Your Toddler’s Brain Needs THIS: The First Years Explained Ep 119
Your child’s brain isn’t finished at birth — it’s built day by day, through you.Whether you have a baby or a toddler, this episode will help you understand the “why” behind sleep struggles, sensitivities, and attention challenges — and remind you that brains are built through res ... Show More
24m 48s
Sep 2023
Summer Catch Up : Tales from our Crazy Lives
<p><strong>In this episode, we take a deep dive into the exciting and eventful lives of our hosts as they share their experiences and milestones from the past few months.</strong></p>
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<p>First up, we have Rachel, who embarked on a new journey towards homeschooling. Sh ... Show More
39m 6s
Sep 2025
The 7 Stages of Play: Building Your Child’s Brain from Birth to Age 3 Ep 120
Most parents think play begins with dolls and pretend kitchens — but the earliest stages of play start long before that… and missing them could mean missing crucial communication growth.From nibbling on their fists, to peekaboo and pretend play -- your child’s first three years a ... Show More
31m 15s
Nov 2023
Screaming Toddlers: Why They Do It and How To Stop It
Dr. Cathryn delves into the piercing world of toddler shrieks and screams, a phase that's as challenging as it is common. We share a story that brings this issue close to home for many, discuss why toddlers go through this phase and present big-hearted strategies to manage and mi ... Show More
14m 38s
In Season 2 Episode 33 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Liraz all about boosting brain development in the early years! She is a neuroscientist and Mama who has a love for all things Montessori. This week we discussed: brain boosting from birth - 6 yearsbrain development beyond childhoodtangible tools to boost brain d ... Show More
<p>In Season 2 Episode 44 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, we talk all about "the pause" and applying it to support both you and baby!</p><p>We touched on ideas like:</p><ul><li>What is "the pause" in Montessori and child development</li><li>How to implement ... Show More
<p>In Season 2 Episode 43 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, we talk all about creating "yes spaces" that can work for you and your baby!</p><p>We touched on ideas like:</p><ul><li>What is a "yes space"?</li><li>Benefits to both you and baby</li><li>How to safe ... Show More
<p><strong>Daycare, childcare, or early education for young toddlers? What does it all mean and what should you be looking for when looking for child care providers?</strong></p>
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<p>In this episode I sit down with Dr. Dan Wuori to discuss his new book <em><strong>Th ... Show More
