Talking Toddlers
Calm, developmentally grounded guidance for moms of babies and toddlers.
As a mom of a baby or toddler, it can feel like everyone has an opinion - and very few answers that actually make things clearer. The noise is loud. The pressure is real. And the uncertainty can be exhausting.
Talking Toddlers is a podcast for moms who want calm, trustworthy, developmentally grounded guidance - without fear, guilt, or unrealistic expectations.
I’m Erin Hyer, a licensed speech-language pathologist with nearly 35 years of experience supporting young children and their families. I’ve spent my career on the floor with toddlers, partnering with parents, consulting with early educators, and training graduate students to understand how children truly grow, learn, and communicate - through relationships, everyday routines, and meaningful language experiences.
This podcast breaks down how the young brain learns, why certain behaviors or challenges show up, and how parents can gently support development before small concerns become bigger ones. I believe parents are in a powerful position — not to do more, but to understand more.
Each episode offers:
- Practical, real-life strategies you can use during everyday routines
- Gentle explanations of the why behind toddler behavior and development
- Supportive conversations that help you feel less alone and more confident
My goal is simple: to help moms feel empowered and toddlers feel supported - so learning, communication, and connection can grow naturally at home.
New episodes of Talking Toddlers are released weekly.
This is a space for clarity, connection, and courage - where moms come to slow down, trust themselves, and support their child’s development with confidence.
Talking Toddlers
Take It Outside: Why Can't My Toddler Sit Still? Ep 51
In this episode I discuss how UNRESTRICTED OUTDOOR PLAY makes for strong, confident, and capable children.
Current research strongly suggests that over 54% of children under 10 years of age have a chronic condition.
YET ... new research indicates 50% of developmental challenges are preventable!
Our modern day lifestyle can be tricky to navigate, but there are better choices out there. I want to challenge you to step into your own light, ask some hard questions and
** I must preface this episode with, I am not a medical doctor nor nutritionist. If you have questions please contact your family health care provider.
My intent here is for educational purposes, only. To inspire parents to peel back some layers and inquire deeper. Seek medical advice as you see fit.
I'm asking questions that you may also ask.
There are now many well-researched studies that prove beneficial effects of physical activity on:
- brain power
- motivation & concentration
- memory & reasoning
- classroom attitudes & behaviors
- language skills
Evidence show that physically active kids have brain synapses that fire faster and stronger, and are 20% more likely to earn better grades (not that grades are the end goal), but overall academic performance, social skills and self-esteem are!!!
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