Talking Toddlers

• What Really Teaches Toddlers to Talk (It’s Not What You Think) Ep 127

  Send us a textWhat if the best way to help your toddler talk isn’t about doing more — but noticing more?If you’ve ever wondered how to build your child’s language without feeling like you’re teaching a class, this episode will give you the clarity and calm you’ve been craving.You’ll discover: • Why connection—not correction—drives true communication • How everyday routines (yes, even laundry and grocery runs) become language lessons • A simple daily rhythm that builds confidence, calm, and conversationForget flashcards and “talk time.” Real language growth happens in the small, shared moments of real life — the ones you’re already living.✨ Join the Inside Talking Toddlers community and get your free guide: Top 5 Daily Habits That Build Your Child’s Connection & Confidence → [link]Because the little years are the big years — and every small, simple moment counts.👉 Join Erin’s free private Inside Talking Toddlers  community on Thursdays to get weekly quick-win audios and your Top 10 ESSENTIAL SKILLS for Talking=====Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your pediatrician or a qualified health provider with questions about your child’s development or health. The views shared are based on Erin Hyer’s professional experience and are intended to support informed parenting, not to replace individual consultation or care. Every child and family is unique — please use your discretion and consult trusted professionals when making decisions for your child.📩 Questions: [email protected] 🌐 www.HyerLearning.com

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• They Got It WRONG: The Hidden Link Between Eating and Speech Development Ep 126

  Send us a textEveryone talks about “speech milestones,” but few realize that clear talking starts long before the first word. It begins with sucking, swallowing, mouthing, and chewing real food.In this episode, Erin Hyer — pediatric speech-language pathologist and host of Talking Toddlers — unpacks how modern feeding habits are quietly undermining children’s oral-motor development and what parents can do to course-correct with confidence.You’ll discover:Why mouthing and chewing are essential brain-building workoutsHow pouches, purees, and processed foods keep kids stuck in baby patternsThe simple, God-designed rhythm that connects eating, breathing, and talkingPractical ways to strengthen your child’s jaw, tongue, and attention every dayBecause when we understand how kids learn to eat and talk, we can help them thrive — one bite, one word, one day at a time.=====👉 Join Erin’s free private Inside Talking Toddlers  community on Thursdays to get weekly quick-win audios and your Top 10 ESSENTIAL SKILLS for Talking=====Disclaimer:This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your pediatrician or a qualified health provider with questions about your child’s development or health. The views shared are based on Erin Hyer’s professional experience and are intended to support informed parenting, not to replace individual consultation or care. Every child and family is unique — please use your discretion and consult trusted professionals when making decisions for your child.📩 Questions: [email protected] 🌐 www.HyerLearning.com

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• STOP Talking When Your Toddler Melts Down: Do This Instead Ep 125

  Send us a textYou’re in the grocery store. Your toddler is whining, tugging, then screaming, and finally — full-body flop in the aisle. People are watching. Your chest tightens. You start explaining, reasoning, pleading… and it just gets worse.Why?In this episode, Erin Hyer breaks down what’s actually happening inside your toddler’s brain during a meltdown — and why talking doesn’t work when their emotional system is in charge. You’ll learn how the right hemisphere, limbic system, and survival responses work together… and what to do instead to bring calm back to the moment.She shares real stories, brain science explained simply, and practical strategies for those everyday meltdown moments — whether it’s a waiting room or aisle five.🎧 In this episode:What’s happening in your toddler’s brain during a meltdownWhy talking often makes things worseHow to respond effectively without escalating the momentReal stories from Erin’s 35+ years of experienceHow to plan ahead for tricky public moments (like grocery shopping!)👉 Join Erin’s free private Inside Talking Toddlers  community on Thursdays to get weekly quick-win audios and your Top 10 ESSENTIAL SKILLS for Talking=====Disclaimer:This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your pediatrician or a qualified health provider with questions about your child’s development or health. The views shared are based on Erin Hyer’s professional experience and are intended to support informed parenting, not to replace individual consultation or care. Every child and family is unique — please use your discretion and consult trusted professionals when making decisions for your child.📩 Questions: [email protected] 🌐 www.HyerLearning.com

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• Don't Repeat Yourself: 4 Keys to Get Your Toddler to Listen the First Time Ep 124

  Send us a textDoes your toddler ignore you when you’ve asked the same thing six times? Or do you feel that sting of embarrassment when they melt down in the store or refuse to listen at the park?Here’s the truth: your child isn’t being “bad.” They’re showing you where they are developmentally — and the good news is, you can absolutely teach them how to listen, focus, and follow through.In this episode, I’ll walk you through 4 simple, science-backed keys to getting your toddler’s attention and guiding them with confidence:Face-to-face at their levelLight but firm physical touchCalm, confident energyClear, concrete directionsYou’ll hear real-life stories, practical examples, and tips you can try today. And I’ll give you a sneak peek at next week’s episode, where we’ll go deeper into toddler meltdowns — what’s really happening in the brain and body, and why parents need to stop talking when they happen.You’re not just “managing behavior.” You’re teaching your child life-long skills: attention, cooperation, and trust.=====This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your pediatrician or a qualified health provider with questions about your child’s development or health. The views shared are based on Erin Hyer’s professional experience and are intended to support informed parenting, not to replace individual consultation or care. Every child and family is unique — please use your discretion and consult trusted professionals when making decisions for your child.📩 Questions: [email protected] 🌐 www.HyerLearning.com

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• 10 Essentials to Help Your Baby Thrive — Skip the Gear, Build Connection Ep 123

  Send us a textWant to raise a healthy, thriving baby — without all the gadgets and overwhelm? In this episode, I’m sharing 10 powerful essentials that help your baby thrive by focusing on what truly matters: connection, rhythm, and presence.Drawing on over 35 years as a speech-language pathologist, toddler specialist, and mom, I walk you through ten simple, science-backed ways to support your baby’s development — from skin-to-skin bonding and baby-wearing to tummy time, outdoor rhythms, mindful feeding, and calm sleep.Forget the noise. Forget the pressure. Here’s what matters most — and why you are your baby’s best environment.========CLICK HERE NOW - Screen-Free Fun ActivitiesBuilding Vocabulary Guide - get it NOW!========= DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your pediatrician or a qualified health provider with questions about your child’s development or health. The views shared are based on Erin Hyer’s professional experience and are intended to support informed parenting, not to replace individual consultation or care. Every child and family is unique — please use your discretion and consult trusted professionals when making decisions for your child.📩 Questions: [email protected] 🌐 www.HyerLearning.com

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