Two Secrets to Enjoying the Toddler Years

In this episode, we reveal the two key factors that can help parents actually enjoy the toddler years:
1. addressing shame and
2. letting go of perfectionism.

We discuss how these issues often go unnoticed but heavily impact our parenting experience.

There's also an exciting announcement about the upcoming Free Class and Guide: 'Calm, Kind, and Caring Toddler Workshop' on May 8th, which offers practical solutions for 7 common toddler struggles. You can get it here.

Learn about the Happy Toddler Confident Parent cohort starting in mid-May and how it aims to provide a supportive community and expert advice across various parenting challenges. Join us to understand how to shift towards a growth mindset and find joy in the beautiful imperfections of parenting, here.

00:00 Introduction: Enjoying the Toddler Years
00:29 Upcoming Workshop Announcement
01:11 Common Toddler Struggles
02:16 Understanding Shame in Parenting
03:28 The Myth of Perfect Parenting
08:32 Perfectionism vs. Shame
09:41 Impact on Parenting Joy
21:43 Breaking Free from Shame and Perfectionism
23:31 Expert Support and Resources
27:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

"If you’re struggling with toddler tantrums and behaviors like hitting... I have a free guide for you! It’s called The Tantrum and Behavior Guide: 7 Toddler Struggles and How to Solve Them Fast—It's HERE!

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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. You might've tried advice tailored for one child, but that's not our journey, right? With a decade of teaching experience under her belt, she's seen it all – from toddlers to teenagers in the classroom. Now, as a parent to toddlers, she's experiencing the flip side of the coin. She's discovered a toolbox to help parents with everything toddler times two!

Let's unlock the secrets to understanding toddler behavior, preventing meltdowns, and raising intuitive, resilient children.

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