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Transforming The Toddler Years- Parents and Educators Raising Calm, Connected, Capable Kids

Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed, Creator of The Collaborative Parenting Methodology

Transforming the Toddler Years is the go-to podcast for parents, caregivers, and educators who see tantrums as growth moments. Hosted by Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed.—author, parent educator, and founder of Core4Parenting—each episode blends science and soul to raise emotionally intelligent kids. Learn to use intentional language, calm chaos, and turn struggles into teachable moments. If you want to raise confident, connected kids, this podcast is for you.

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00:10:57

How to Get Out the Door On Time! Explore the Power of...

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2025/08/05

Always struggling to get out the door on time?In this special summer re-release, I talk about the power of routines and how they support our goals by empowering your kids to be a participant in the plan. Getting out the door on time is hard, especially when you're starting a new transition with time restrictions, like school. Set yourself and your kids up for success!Looking for intentional language scripts you can use with your toddler?Check out my newest free gift to you:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠5

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00:14:25

How to Support Toddlers with Social Anxiety

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2025/07/29

Does your toddler struggle with social anxiety?In this special summer series re-release, I discuss how to support your child and their social anxiety. I emphasize being aware of what spaces your child can be successful in and setting reasonable and achievable expectations. I also offers tips for getting your child to express when they are overwhelmed, how to be there with them to support them, and ultimately, show up for them.Love what you hear?Please take a minute to rate and review the show,

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00:11:51

The Difference Between Toddler Traits and...

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2025/07/22

Curious about the difference between traits and characteristics?In this episode I discuss the difference between traits and characteristics and why it is important to be mindful of the difference. I explore the idea of a growth mindset in relation to learning characteristics.Looking for some support on your parenting journey?Book a⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠complimentary connection call⁠ with me⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠and we can see how we can get to know each other and transform the toddler years, together.July 22, 2025Episode

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00:32:26

RE-RELEASE Homeschooling & Alternative Education...

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2025/07/17

Looking for homeschool and alternative education options?Kimberly Gawne joins me in the special summer re-release to discuss homeschool and alternative schooling options, because every child's needs are different. We discuss the importance of parents being the primary educator of their children and that parents should be empowered to make the best and most appropriate educational decisions for their child.Kimberly Gawne is the visionary founder of Star Students, a trailblazing educational

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00:13:47

Why I Choose Making Memories Over Milestones

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2025/07/15

Do you find yourself worried about the milestones your child is hitting?In this episode, I share why I choose making memoires over milestones and the importance of intentional moments. I also discuss that there is a season for everything in parenting, and these seasons change often. Please take a minute to rate and review the show, suggest a topic, and leave a comment so we can get the word out to as many conscious parents as possible.July 15, 2025Episode 263Why I Choose Making Memories Over

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00:38:48

RE-RELEASE 4 Tips for Finding a High Quality...

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2025/07/10

Feeling overwhelmed with where to start your preschool search? In this special re-release episode, Amber Jayne joins me to discuss finding a high quality preschool. We talk about identifying how your child learns is a great starting point in finding the right childcare center. Amber also shares her 4 Senses Rule to have specific things to consider when choosing a preschool. Amber Jayne is an author, podcaster and early childhood expert, with over 30 years of experience. Ms. Amber's mission is to

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00:12:26

Dealing with Toddler Behaviors? Ask Yourself These...

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2025/07/08

Dealing with Toddler Behaviors? In this episode I share three questions to ask yourself before you leap into crisis management mode, before you think your child is choosing to be bad. I reminds parents that kids inherently want to do good and to succeed. Looking for a parenting transformation? I invite you to look at my⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transforming the Toddler Years course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠ ⁠Let's turn the daily tantrums into teachable moments that align with your core values as you raise whole kids.July 8,

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00:40:36

RE-RELEASE Kindergarten Readiness - 3 Skills Teachers...

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2025/07/03

Worried if your toddler is ready for preschool?I welcome Zeba McGibbons, teacher, curriculum creator, and children’s book author. In this episode, we discuss kindergarten readiness, and it's not actually about academic readiness like parents think, but rather social-emotional skills, such as independence, self-regulation, and problem-solving.Through her curriculum creation company, Kindergarten Cafe, Zeba supports early childhood educators from arrival to dismissal with classroom-tested

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00:13:47

Shy Kids? Overly Social Butterflies? How to Talk Them...

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2025/07/01

Apologizing for your child's social interaction? Here's how to avoid that and what to do instead.In this episode, Cara emphasizes how you talk to your kids matters. She explains how describing character builds our kids identities and creates a belief system about themselves. Cara also shares language you can use that will help your child feel seen, heard, understood, and permission to feel without defining their identity for them. Looking for some support on your parenting journey?Book a⁠

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00:28:39

RE-RELEASE Raising Kids Who Don't See Color - Anti...

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2025/06/26

Feeling overwhelmed with the current racial tension around us? In this special re-release guest episode, Cara welcomes Temi Adamolekun to discuss anti-racist parenting. Originally from Nigeria, Temi grew up in England, and now lives in San Francisco with her husband and son, running her own communications agency. She has written essays on topics such as anti-racist parenting and the importance of Black protagonists in children’s books.Get your copy of Temi’s book “Your Special Voice”, a book to

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00:18:04

Heaping On Healthy Praise - My 3 Step Intentional...

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2025/06/24

Want to praise your kids with a purpose?In this episode, I discuss praising our kids intentionally so that we do not eat away at our children's identities or define their effort based on what we want to see. I also share my actionable 3 step plan and language scripts you can use!Looking for a parenting transformation? I invite you to look at my⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transforming the Toddler Years course⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠ ⁠Let's turn the daily tantrums into teachable moments that align with your core values as you raise

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00:46:18

Mindful Parenting: Helping Parents Reduce Reactivity...

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2025/06/19

Want to yell less and be more a mindful parent?Hunter Clarke-Fields joins me to talk about how to be less reactive aka stop yelling. We discuss the 3 Rs: Recognize your feelings, Remove yourself (if possible), Use Your Resources to calm the nervous system. We also discuss reducing your overall stress may be the #1 best thing you can do to yell less. Hunter Clarke-Fields is the #1 bestselling author of “Raising Good Humans” (over 500k sold in 17 languages) and “Raising Good Humans Every Day,” host

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00:13:44

Late Onset Stranger Danger - Why It Happens & How to...

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2025/06/17

Does your older toddler suddenly have stranger danger?In this episode, I share a personal example of a toddler who experienced stranger danger a little late. I discuss the ripple effect unexpected change can have in their life and also how to scaffold transitions to help our littles adjust. Subscribe to the Core4 Connector weekly newsletter to get more tips, tricks and strategies to help you win the toddler years! Sign up ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠!⁠⁠⁠⁠June 17, 2025Episode 255Late Onset Stranger Danger - Why It

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00:36:17

Emotion-Savvy Parenting - How to Navigate Anxiety and...

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2025/06/12

Struggling through the toddler years?Dr. Alissa Jerud joins me to talk about how Emotion-Savvy Parenting can help us relate more skillfully to challenging emotions, connect more deeply with our kids, and even enjoy parenting more. Plus we discuss practical tools that can help us better accept, regulate, and tolerate unwanted emotions (ours and those of our kids).Dr. Alissa Jerud, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist, a Clinical Assistant at the University of Pennsylvania, and author of

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00:13:32

One Mom's Co-Regulation Strategy When Her Daughter's...

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2025/06/10

Does your toddler struggle when something unexpected happens?In this episode I get into how kids process when something goes wrong. I talk about how long it takes when you give kids news or information that they're not going to like that will cause a real emotion, a real intensity, a real reaction and how long it takes for them to fully process what you've said. I emphasize the need to show up for toddlers in that moment when you thought you weren't going to have to. Looking for a

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00:31:44

Navigating the NICU and Parenting After Loss with...

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2025/06/05

Have you experienced the unimaginable?Michelle Valiukenas joins me to share her personal story of infertility, navigating the NICU and parenting after the loss of a infant. She emphasizes that loss never leaves you and there are so many ways to keep memories alive, it may just take having the courage to let the path lead you where you need/want to be.Content Warning: this episode speaks about infant lossMichelle Valiukenas is the founder and executive director of The Colette Louise Tisdahl

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00:12:42

How to Teach Your Toddler Time Management

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2025/06/03

Does your toddler struggle with time management? They all do. In this episode, I share simple and effective tools and language tips to help teach your toddler time management skills. With practice, kids feel safe and confident because they know what's coming throughout the day.Teachers and ECE Professionals- what type of professional development would you benefit most from?I do⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠early childhood education trainings, pre-service, in-service⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠and everything in between and would love to

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00:36:39

How to Love Your Child Unconditionally Using...

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2025/05/29

Curious how you can build a strong, loving relationship with your child? Unconditional positive regard may be your answer. In this episode, Nicole Greene joins me to discuss her guiding beliefs that all people are worthy, all people deserve respect and all people deserve to be cared for.Nicole Greene is a National Board Certified Special Education Teacher. She is a member of the Council for Exceptional Children’s Diversity Committee, a Board of Directors member for the CEC’s New York Chapter, and an

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00:11:51

Toddler NeuroScience: Using Mirror Neurons &...

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2025/05/27

Want an easy way to help expand your toddler's language skills?In this episode I talk about using mirror neurons to help expand your little one's language using intentional language and creating conversational dialogue.Check out my Baby Sign course to turn crying into communicating and expand language skills even more!Have questions about mirror neurons or your parenting journey in general? Book your complimentary connection call now.Please remember to rate and review the show too

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00:27:48

A Holistic Approach to Diagnosing and Treating Autism...

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2025/05/22

Curious about a holistic approach to autism? Dr. Vladimir Barayev joins me to talk about cherishing the gifts of autism. At the heart of Dr. Vladimir Barayev's practice is a deep commitment to the six pillars of health: sleep, nutrition, physical activity, family and community relationships, coping skills, and managing environmental exposures. He emphasizes nobody has all the answers but keep searching until you find the right solution for your child. Dr. Vladimir Barayev is a board-certified

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