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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
Mar 2024
The Montessori Child with Simone Davies & Junnifa Uzodike
Join Rachel and Jamie as they sit down with the incredible authors behind to book, The Montessori Child. They discuss the four planes of development, the inspiration behind this book, and how parents can use this book as a guide to implement Montessori in the home. Get your copy ... Show More
43m 48s
Feb 2020
S1 E2 - All about Montessori as a working parent, how to respectfully say goodbye to our child, and lots of ideas for Montessori art
Simone has a fascinating conversation with Trina from DIY Corporate Mom from The Philippines about how she embraces the Montessori philosophy as a way of parenting as a working parent. We cover so many questions like:if it's possible to do Montessori at home if you workwhat about ... Show More
1h 17m
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
Mar 2020
S1 E8 When you get to ask the head of a Montessori school about dealing with conflict in the classroom, is Montessori still relevant today, and what if your child never chooses an activity
Today I share my conversation with Bill Conway which is a little different to others in the series where we zoom out and look at the big picture of Montessori. Bill is the Head of School at Montessori East in Sydney, Australia and I loved getting to ask him the tough questions li ... Show More
1h 18m
May 2018
The First Montessori Nursery
In 1907 Italian doctor, Maria Montessori opened a nursery where young children learnt independently, through practical work and playing with educational toys. The revolutionary teaching method soon spread around the world. Anya Dorodeyko spoke to the Italian educator's great gran ... Show More
8m 51s
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
Sep 2023
The Three-Year Cycle of Montessori Teaching
<p><strong>In this episode, we discuss the three-year cycle of Montessori teaching, which is a framework for understanding how children develop and learn. </strong>We talk about the different stages of the cycle, the importance of mixed-age classrooms, and how teachers can suppor ... Show More
48m 33s
Feb 2019
Montessori Lingo
<p id="yui_3_17_2_1_1551111890909_23933">What do all these strange Montessori terms, like "Practical Life," "Prepared Environment," and "work," actually mean?</p> <p>Today, with the Montessori teacher Marissa Poole, we discuss some of the lingo that can confuse parents and teache ... Show More
36m 12s
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
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
In Season 2 Episode 36 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, I speak all about how to plan out and organize your baby's Montessori educational foundation in a way that works for you and your unique baby. I offer tons of seasoned Montessori pro-tips that are sure to make Montessori with your little one easier! 👉FREE Montessori At Home Guide: Birth - 2 Years! � ... 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
