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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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00:17:19

The Third C of Collaborative Discipline - Collaborate...

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2025/10/28

How important is collaborating with your kids?In this episode, I discuss the third C of Collaborative Discipline: Collaboration. I share that it's the togetherness is where you problem solve. Let's turn the daily tantrums into teachable moments that align with your core values as you raise whole kids in my ⁠Transforming the Toddler Years Course⁠.The course is six modules and it dives deep. It gives you many resources to team up with your kids to get to the promised lands that you want to

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00:30:08

Why Your Toddlers Behavior Isn't Changing with Tia...

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2025/10/23

Is your toddler not cooperating?Tia Slightham joins me to talk about understanding the WHY behind your child’s behavior, to set you and your family up for success. We discuss shifting your parenting to shift your child’s behavior and how “forcing” kids to listen or cooperate won’t work!Tia is the founder of Tia Slightham- Parenting Solutions and The Parenting With Purpose Method, where she works with parents to teach them positive ways to decrease the daily struggles to build a strong parent/child

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00:16:53

The Second C of Collaborative Discipline -...

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2025/10/21

Curious about collaborative discipline?In this episode, I talk about the second C of collaborative discipline- communication! I share why it is a cornerstone of the collaborative discipline framework and share an example of it in action. Download the free 4 C's of Collaborative Discipline PDF now! Ready to take the next step?Check out my short video training, where I guide you through the process of writing your personalized mission statement for raising and to teaching extraordinary human

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00:27:04

Your Toddler's Brain is a Parking Lot - Learn to...

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2025/10/16

What if your child’s most powerful teacher has been you all along?In this eye-opening episode, I welcome back early childhood expert Gretchen Camp for a deep dive into one of the most fascinating — and misunderstood — topics in parenting: the toddler brain. We unpack how a child’s brain develops between ages 0–5, why those years matter more than any ABCs or 123s ever could, and how parents can become confident, connected guides in their child’s emotional world.Gretchen is a toddler behavior

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00:17:23

The First C of Collaborative Discipline - Connect...

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2025/10/14

Want to know how to really connect with your child?In this episode, I talk about connection being the key first step in the collaborative discipline cycle. Spoiler alert: connection is not made with words!Ready to take the next step?Check out my short video training, where I guide you through the process of writing your personalized mission statement for raising and to teaching extraordinary human beings. Find all the details here.October 14, 2025Episode 283The First C of Collaborative Discipline -

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00:27:35

Why Parenting Culture is Missing the Mark with...

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2025/10/09

Are modern parenting styles helping us—or holding us back?Gretchen Camp joins me in this episode to explore what it truly means to raise and teach toddlers in today’s parenting culture. We reflect on how teaching and parenting overlap, how intuition is being drowned out by parenting “labels,” and why connection—not curriculum—is the foundation of learning for young children.Gretchen is a toddler behavior specialist, holds a Masters degree in Early Childhood Education and spent over 20 years as a

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00:17:21

The 4 C's of Collaborative Discipline

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2025/10/07

Join me as I discuss the four C's of collaborative discipline, starting with a positive definition of discipline. I then give an overview of the four intentional steps of collaborative discipline and share a story where I recently practiced this approach. Ready to Adopt the 4 C’s of Collaborative Discipline?Grab your free download and embrace connection before correction! Get it here.October 7, 2025Episode 281The 4 C's of Collaborative Discipline About Your Host: Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed. is a mom

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00:29:48

Balancing Maternal Hormones with Vanda Aubrey

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2025/10/02

Struggling with fatigue, mood swings, or feeling “off” after motherhood? In this episode, Vanda Aubrey joins me to discuss balancing maternal hormones and explore how functional medicine differs from traditional approaches. Learn practical ways to restore balance, reclaim your energy, and finally feel like yourself again.Vanda is a Functional Medicine Nurse and Board-Certified Nurse Coach specializing in hormone health for moms. Through her signature programs, she helps postpartum and toddler moms

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00:12:22

How to Help Toddlers Navigate Unexpected Transitions

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2025/09/30

Does your toddler fall apart when there is a sudden change of plans?In this episode, I explore simple, conscious parenting strategies to help little ones feel safe, supported, and more adaptable during transitions and share mindful ways to guide your child through sudden changes with calm, connection, and confidence.Parenting is hard – support shouldn’t be. Get my weekly dose of encouragement & strategies. Sign up here!September 30, 2025Episode 279How to Help Toddlers Navigate Unexpected

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00:31:07

How to Teach Toddlers to Self-Regulate with Lisa Danahy

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2025/09/25

Want to teach your littles self-regulation?Lisa Danahy joins me in this episode to discuss connecting on an energetic level as a great way to start building more positive and effective emotional regulation and communication, as we peel away authority and expectations and become co-creators in our children’s spaces. We also discuss emotions as energy in motion and co-regulation through mindful movement and breathing.Lisa Danahy (C-IAYT, YACEP, MS) is a powerful educator and entrepreneur. Her

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00:20:27

The Toxic Effects of Technology on Toddlers, Tweens,...

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2025/09/23

Is tech helping or hurting your kids? In this episode, I unpack the toxic effects of screen time on toddlers, tweens, and teens. From AAP screen-time guidelines to real-life stories, we explore how early habits shape focus, social skills, and even addiction. Walk away with practical steps to set boundaries, foster connection, and rethink your family’s relationship with technology.Teachers and ECE Professionals- what type of professional development would you benefit most from?I do⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠early

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00:21:24

Raising Healthy Adults From Birth - An Interview with...

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2025/09/18

Want your kids to thrive long after they leave the house?In the final episode of a very special mini-series with my 20 year old daughter Caroline, she reflects on her journey into adulthood, including the leap of faith she took moving to Japan at 18. She shares candid stories about navigating uncertainty, building independence, and finding strength in faith and communication. This conversation offers a rare, vulnerable look at parenting coming full circle—with honesty, grace, and lots of

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00:13:45

Allowing Vs. Entertaining - How We Solve Problems...

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2025/09/16

Feel like you're always entertaining your little one?In this episode, I share why it is our job as parents, caregivers and educators to allow infants, toddlers, and preschoolers to experience the world, not to manufacture their experience by entertaining them at all times. Join the community! Weekly insights, tools and real talk about parenting – delivered to you in my weekly newsletter. Sign up here!September 16, 2025Episode 275Allowing Vs. Entertaining - How We Solve Problems That Don't

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00:22:34

Raising Healthy Adults From Birth - An Interview with...

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2025/09/11

Want to raise kids who become healthy adults?In episode of two of a very special mini-series with my 20 year old daughter Caroline, she reflects on her journey into adulthood, including the leap of faith she took moving to Japan at 18. She shares candid stories about navigating uncertainty, building independence, and finding strength in faith and communication. This conversation offers a rare, vulnerable look at parenting coming full circle—with honesty, grace, and lots of love.September 11,

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00:11:59

The 90/10 Parenting Principal - How to Set Loving...

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2025/09/09

Want to avoid power struggles with your toddler?In this episode I talk about the 90/10 parenting principal and how it can help us set boundaries and avoid power struggles. You'll hear how to use this method and a few examples of it in action! If you want to know more about this entire methodology, I invite you to look at my⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Transforming the Toddler Years course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠ ⁠The course is six modules and it dives deep. It gives you many resources to team up with your kids to get to the

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00:16:27

Raising Healthy Adults From Birth - An Interview with...

Transforming The Toddler Years- Parents and Educators... ·

2025/09/04

Want to raise kids who become healthy adults?In this heartfelt and deeply personal episode, I welcome my 20 year old daughter Caroline. She reflects on her journey into adulthood, including the leap of faith she took moving to Japan at 18. Together, we discuss the power of intentional parenting, resilience, and the lasting impact of early childhood experiences. Caroline shares candid stories about navigating uncertainty, building independence, and finding strength in faith and communication. This

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00:14:01

Toddlers Big Behaviors and Their Nervous System

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2025/09/02

Nervous system regulation and toddlers? Listen to this!In this episode, I reflect on my summer hiatus and reground listeners into the mission of the podcast. I emphasize the importance of understanding children's behaviors through a lens of nervous system regulation, trauma, and emotional safety. I invite parents and caregivers to observe, connect, and lean into the humanity of their children during this season of transition.Love what you hear?Please take a minute to rate and review the show,

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00:11:18

How to Navigate School Drop Off With More Smiles and...

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2025/08/26

School drop off have you stressed? In this episode, I talk about some of our kids biggest struggles: social and separation anxiety. This episode continues our back-to-school re-release series as kids begin a full-time daycare, preschool, or Kindergarten programs. Learning how to say goodbye without tears is a big transition. Help set your kids (and yourself) up for smoother mornings!Love what you hear?Please take a minute to rate and review the show, suggest a topic, and leave a comment so we can

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00:10:43

My Kids Don't Want to go to Preschool! What Do I Do?

Transforming The Toddler Years- Parents and Educators... ·

2025/08/19

Does your child resist going to daycare, leaving you feeling frustrated or unsure?In this episode special re-release episode, I talk about how to handle when kids don't want to go to school or daycare. I emphasize that even when it's hard, telling the truth sets us up for success. 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.August

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00:16:29

Home vs School Behaviors: Why the Difference?

Transforming The Toddler Years- Parents and Educators... ·

2025/08/12

Does your child act like an angel at school and then come home and fall apart?In this episode special re-release episode, I take you inside your child's brain and body as they start something new. Big transitions take BIG energy. Learn why they are out of resources when they come home to you at the end of a long daycare, preschool, or Kindergarten day.Teachers and ECE Professionals- what type of professional development would you benefit most from?I do⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠early childhood education trainings,

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