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Nov 4
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What Gets in the Way of Helping Toddlers...

Erin Hyer
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Send us a text You already know the #1 habit that helps toddlers learn to talk — pulling them into your world and engaging them, out loud, through the rhythm of your day. But staying present isn’t always easy. In this episode, Erin Hyer, speech-language pathologist and toddler specialist, gets personal about what gets in the way — the five barriers that quie ... Show More
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