What happens when your toddler climbs out of the crib or when you're ready to move them into a "big kid bed"?

In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Burke, founder of Awesome Little Sleepers and creator of the REST Method, to talk about the transition no one prepares you for: moving your child from the crib to a big kid bed.

If you've got a toddler who's started leaving their room, calling for "one more hug," asking for water like a tiny dehydrated philosopher, or who suddenly stopped sleeping after months of doing great.... this conversation is for you!!

In this episode, we cover:

• Why the crib to bed transition is such a stressful, chaotic season (and the developmental reason behind it)
• The signs parents think mean it's time to transition
• The ideal age to move your child out of the crib, and why "sleeping well in the crib" matters more than age
• How to keep a climbing toddler safely in the crib longer (including the sleep sack and crib-turning tricks)
• What to do if you want or need to transition early
• The #1 mistake parents make right after the switch
• The pool noodle trick, bed rails, and how to make a big bed feel as cozy as a crib
• Whether you can move your child back to the crib if it's not going well
• How to handle "curtain calls," middle-of-the-night visits, and bedtime stalling
• Why building stalling tactics into the bedtime routine actually works
• The real reason your great sleeper suddenly started waking up at 2am
• Why independent sleep is the key to protecting your toddler's sleep all night long

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Whether you're a first time mom feeling overwhelmed or a seasoned mom gearing up for another round, this episode is a peek into exactly how I'm preparing for my second natural birth with baby #3.

From physical to mental, spiritual to postpartum prep, I'm walking you through everything I'm doing this time around!!

A heads up before you press play: this is not a checklist. You don't have to do every single thing I'm doing. But if even one piece of this episode lights a fire under you to actually prepare, you're going to have a so much better experience than going in blind.

In this episode I cover:

• What's the same and what's different about this birth
• How I'm physically preparing
• The blood sugar deep dive
• My supplement and probiotic of choice
• How I'm mentally preparing for another natural birth
• My exact labor practice routine
• How I'm preparing for postpartum
• How I'm spiritually preparing
  
  

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• What is Hypnobirthing? And Should You Try It? With Briahnna from Heart and Womb Indy | Ep. 27
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• How to Potty Train Your Toddler (12-24 Months) with Elimination Communication with Andrea Olson from Go Diaper Free | Ep. 139
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This episode is going to give you so much more clarity, compassion, and confidence.

In this episode, we’re talking about what’s really going on beneath toddler behavior, and how we can BEST respond.

In this episode, we cover:

• A breakdown of the Transforming Toddlerhood's parenting approach
• The biggest misconceptions parents have about toddlers
• What’s actually happening in a toddler’s brain during meltdowns and big emotions
• The physical, emotional, and sensory needs toddlers have at this age
• How to identify when your child is struggling vs. “misbehaving”
• Why parents often struggle to respond calmly and patiently
• What power struggles really are (and how we accidentally create them)
• Common parenting tactics that may be making behavior worse
• Is 12–24 months too early for discipline? What’s developmentally appropriate?
• The truth about toddlers being “manipulative”
• How to balance being too harsh vs. too permissive
• and more!

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How we talk about food, model it and the environment we create around it all impacts our children's relationship with food!

In this episode, I’m joined by Kids Eat In Color to break down what a healthy relationship with food actually looks like and how to approach meals and snacks without pressure, bribing, or power struggles.

In this episode, we cover:

• What a healthy relationship with food really looks like
• How to approach snacks and whether they help or hurt appetite
• How to build balanced, filling meals that actually hold kids over
• The truth about using food to soothe (and what to do instead)
• How our own relationship with food impacts our kids
• Thoughts on dessert, sugar, and raising kids without obsession around sweets
• What to do when your child fixates on “fun foods” at parties or playdates
• A realistic approach to picky eating
• How to avoid labeling foods as “good” or “bad”
• Creating a mealtime environment that feels calm, not stressful

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If you’ve ever questioned whether your child is getting enough play, the right kind of play, or if you should be doing more, this episode is going to take a huge weight off your shoulders.

In this episode, we break down what actually matters when it comes to play in the toddler years, so you can stop overthinking it and start feeling confident in what you’re already doing!

In this episode, we cover:

• What “play” really looks like for 12–24 month olds
• Why play is critical for brain development, learning, and connection
• How much play toddlers actually need each day
• The different types of child-led play (and why they matter)
• A deep dive into screen time and electronic play
• Do kids need constant narration (like Miss Rachel), or can we relax?
• The best types of toys and materials for this age
• How to set up a simple, functional play space (even in small homes)
• Why boredom is actually a good thing for kids
• The biggest misconceptions about toddler play

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DIVING DEEP into something most parents never think twice about… but definitely should: The shoes you put on your kid's feet are affecting their brain development, posture, and even how they move for the rest of their life. 👀

In this episode, I’m joined by Andy Bryant to break down why being barefoot matters, what’s actually happening in your child’s feet when they walk, and how the wrong shoes can quietly work against their development.

If you’ve ever grabbed a cute pair of toddler shoes without thinking twice… this might completely change how you shop moving forward.

In this episode, we cover:

• What “natural foot function” actually means
• Why the early walking stage (12–24 months) is so critical for foot development
• How nerve endings in the feet connect to brain development and sensory input
• Why being barefoot supports balance, coordination, and overall development
• The potential long-term effects of overly supportive or restrictive shoes
• How footwear can impact posture, hips, and alignment
• What to look for in a healthy shoe (and why toe space matters)
• The truth about barefoot shoes and minimalist footwear
• Should kids wear socks? What about snow boots?
• Is toe walking normal (and when should you pay attention)?

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If you're interested in "early potty training" this is the episode you want to listen to!

In this episode, we cover:

• What elimination communication (EC) actually is
• The benefits of starting potty learning earlier
• The difference between full-time vs. part-time Elimination Communication
• How to start elimination communication with a toddler (12–24 months)
• What the “wrap up” phase looks like
• When and how to transition out of diapers
• Common myths about elimination communication (and what’s actually true)
  
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If you’ve ever felt like the noise, the mess, the constant needs of motherhood, are too much... listen in, this episode is for you!

We’re talking all about mom overstimulation with Alexis Adams, founder of Confidently Therapy.

Feeling overstimulated is something that we all experience and it doesn’t mean you’re a bad mom it means you’re a mom!

In this episode we cover:

• What’s physically happening in your body when you feel overstimulated
• Why moms today may experience more overstimulation than previous generations
• The difference between overstimulation, burnout, and mom rage
• Whether you can increase your tolerance for overstimulation or not
• How overstimulation affects the way we respond to our kids
• Where the pressure we feel as moms actually comes from
• Practical ways to pause and not “lose it” in the moment
• Releasing guilt around using tools like screen time

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