What IS conscious discipline and does it REALLY work? In this episode I discuss conscious vs collaborative parenting, the need to look at the emotions behind our kids behaviors and the importance to respond with empathy and compassion. I also provide parents and caregivers scripts they can use to collaborate with kids to help them make choices to bring themselves back to center. Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and in survival mode? Determined to be calm and connected to help your...

Do you want to raise kids who are confident in who they are? Join me in this episode where I dive into the importance of self-skills, confidence and relationship skills to help kids have a deep knowing of who they are and what they are capable of. I also discuss being confident in your own choices and parenting. Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and in survival mode? Determined to be calm and connected to help your child thrive? Book your ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠complimentary connection ⁠⁠call⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Keeping our children safe is our top priority as parents, teachers and caregivers. In this episode, Erica Trainor from Lil' Iguana's Children's Safety Foundation joins me to talk about empowering children with the appropriate language to express themselves when they are in danger or need help. We also define a stranger and a tricky situation in a way that is clear and understandable for kids. Lil' Iguana's Children's Safety Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit foundation that educates...

Do you want to build your child's character and praise them with purpose? In this episode I talk about how to praise your child, build their character and praise their effort. I provide scripts you can use to shift the entire experience for your children and make your relationship stronger. Does your toddler struggle with transitions? Wish there was a way to support your little one’s emotional regulation? Grab my free guide⁠⁠ 4 Tips for Tantrum-Free Toddler Transitions!⁠ August...

In this episode I share the beautiful book I Am Human by Susan Verde. This book is a reminder for our children but also for us. We are human, we are not perfect and we need to show our humanness in our parenting. Susan Verde is a mom, yogi and New York Times Best Selling Author. Check out her I Am book series and other books here: https://www.susanverde.com/. Does your toddler struggle with transitions? Wish there was a way to support your little one’s emotional regulation? Grab my...

Trying to manage summer activities with a sensory toddler? Fireworks, celebrations, loud pools, the list goes on! I've been there with my kids and share my personal story in this episode. I share some tips and tricks how to handle these situations and also how to support your child in growing and trying. Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and in survival mode? Determined to be calm and connected to help your child thrive? Book your ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠complimentary connection ⁠⁠call⁠⁠⁠ to see...

Do you have math anxiety and don't want that same struggle for your kids? Dr. Aditya Nagrath joins me today to discuss teaching math as a language to young students and empowering children with mathematics through a holistic approach. He also emphasizes early education in math to help alleviate math anxiety and reminds us that math is a process not a destination. Dr. Aditya Nagrath helps student over come mathematics anxiety and is the founder of Elephant Learning, an online...

Raising kids with a positive self image can feel daunting. In this episode, I remind you that how we talk to kids become their self talk. I emphasize that beauty lies within the way we feel inside ourselves and when kids feel confident they feel capable to do hard things. Like what you heard? Please scroll down and rate and review the show. Leave a comment or ask a question, so we can continue to transform the toddler years together! July 30, 2024 Episode 163 How to Raise Kids...

Worried your child isn't hitting milestones? Want to know if your child really is on track? Join me as I discuss many factors beyond physical age that contribute to hitting milestones. I emphasize that progress is key and each child will progress at their own pace, on their own journey. I also recommend when it is time to seek a specialist. ⁠ Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and in survival mode? Determined to be calm and connected to help your child thrive? Book your...

Are you a home based entrepreneur or working from home with toddlers not in daycare and struggling? It's challenging to juggle a business and family responsibilities. In this episode I offer strategies on how to be successful, give yourself permission to focus on your business, and to separate business and family. Like what you heard? Please scroll down and rate and review the show. Leave a comment or ask a question, so we can continue to transform the toddler years together! July...

Has your child been diagnosed with a delay or disability? Do you have that gut feeling something might be off? Kelley Coleman, author of Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child: Your Guide to the Essential Systems, Services, and Supports joins me to discuss how to support kids with delays and disabilities. We discuss the need to advocate for your child, the need to look at where your child is and work from there and maximize their own individual development. Kelley...

Wondering when your baby becomes a toddler? Confused by all the different guidelines? Join me in this episode as I discuss the transition between babyhood and toddlerhood. I encourage parents and caregivers to observe your child with your heart and be mindful of where they are at. I also shed light on a few signs to watch for! Struggling to understand your toddler? Want to strengthen your connection with your toddler but don't know where to start? Book a complimentary connection...

Want to know what's the most important thing to say to your child? Our kids need to hear us say many meaningful, emotional words everyday, but there are 3 words we need to prioritize as parents, caregivers and as teachers. Spoiler alert: it's not I Love You. Listen in and find out what it is! Love what you hear? Please scroll rate and review the show and help get our message out to other conscious-minded mamas, dads, caregivers and educators! July 11, 2024 Episode 158 What My...

Are your kids bored all the time? Always asking for something to do and needing you to keep them entertained? Join me as I discuss boredom as the gateway to creative play and the life skills that are learned from this. I talk about the difference between creative play and consuming experiences through digital devices and also the importance of encouraging kids to have self directed play. Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and in survival mode? Determined to be calm and connected to...

July 4, 2024 Transforming the Toddler Years- Episode 156 Late talker? #1 Tip to Get Them Talking with a Pediatric SLP & Toddler Mom In this episode, Jessie Kensey joins Cara to discuss the number one tip to help late talkers! They discuss milestones, modelling language and communication. They also share tips and strategies to help get our littles talking! Jessie is a pediatric speech language pathologist and toddler mom. She owns a private practice called Simply Speech Therapy in...

Worried your toddler lacks empathy? I'm here to tell you that kids who are not naturally compassionate or empathetic are not bad kids. While it does take work, kids can be taught empathy and compassion and in this episode I share practical tips on how to teach these skills. Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and in survival mode? Determined to be calm and connected to help your child thrive? Book your ⁠⁠complimentary connection call⁠⁠ to see how we can transform the toddler years...

Does your toddler say no to everything and refuse what you ask them to do? You're not alone. In this episode I encourage parents and caregivers to look past the words children speak and look a the emotion behind the words. I discuss allowing kids to process their emotions, to understand what they feel, why they feel it and that it is a temporary experience. Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and in survival mode? Determined to be calm and connected to help your child thrive? Book...

Do you find yourself apologizing for your child's behavior? Saying sorry for their outbursts or tantrums? Join me as I discuss what apologizing for our kids behavior is actually doing and saying. I offer a technique to help you navigate tough moments, especially in public, where you do not have to take ownership of your child's behavior. Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and in survival mode? Determined to be calm and connected to help your child thrive? Book your complimentary...

June 20, 2024 Transforming the Toddler Years- Episode 152 Want to Give Your Kids a HeadStart? Raising Good Humans with Paul Behrman Paul Behrman joins Cara this week to talk about the national Head Start program and the wide range of services they offer from child development, family engagement, health services, to supporting families needs and goals. They talk about mindset and heartset as being critical for the basis of impactful learning. Paul Behrman is a national consultant,...

Parenting is hard. Parenting in public feels even harder. In this episode, I remind you that you when sit confidently inside your choices and know that you show up for your kids, not for other parents, parenting in public becomes easier. Are you navigating some hard things with your little human, but you cant quite figure out how to get there confidently? Schedule a complimentary connection call with me and let's talk about how I can help. June 18, 2024 Episode 151 Do You...

Reward charts, sticker charts, start charts.... have you thought about using these to entice your toddler? In this episode I discuss instant gratification versus rewards and the long game of cultivating inner motivation and determination. I also share that rewards can be experiences and do not necessarily need to be physical things. Looking to be intentional, calm and connected on your parenting journey? Get in touch for a Complimentary Coaching Call and we can see how I can work...

June 11, 2024 Transforming the Toddler Years- Episode 149 Do Your Kids Write Thank You Notes? 3 Reasons They Should! In this episode Cara shares three reasons why kids should write thank you notes. She emphasizes that thank you notes are a sign of respect and gratitude and a sign of the relationship. She also gives tips on how to get our littles involved in writing thank you notes, even when they can't write! Love what you hear? Rate and review the show so we can spread the joy and...

June 6, 2024 Transforming the Toddler Years- Episode 148 4 Tips for Finding a High Quality Preschool with Amber Jayne Amber Jayne joins Cara this week to discuss finding a high quality preschool. They 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...

June 4, 2024 Transforming the Toddler Years- Episode 147 Too Much to Do? How to Handle the End of School Year Overwhelm! Join Cara in this episode as she discusses overwhelm and shares a strategy to help kids -and adults!- deal with the endless list of things to do. She challenges listeners to be honest in front of our kids, to model for our kids, that we are feeling overwhelmed and choose one thing we can do next to deal with the anxiety and stress. Love what you hear? Please...

May 30, 2024 Transforming the Toddler Years- Episode 146 My #1 Strategy for Raising Resilient Kids In this episode, Cara discusses raising resilient kids who can step into the uncomfortable and rise above. She shares a personal story of raising her own resilient kids. Cara also encourages caregivers to remember we must cultivate resilient moments for our kids. Struggling and need help? We can make a plan together to help you create the parenting experience you're looking for and...