Transforming Toddlerhood: How to Embrace and Enjoy Parenting with Devin Kuntzman!
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new book, Transforming Toddlerhood here!Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit podcast! In this episode, we're thrilled to have modern parenting expert Devin Kuntzman.
Devin is well-known for her work on Instagram as the original toddler parenting coach, trusted by millions of parents worldwide.
Devin shares her mission to shift the narrative around toddlerhood, viewing it as a stage filled with opportunities rather than challenges. She discusses her comprehensive new book, 'Transforming Toddlerhood,' coming out on October 21, 2025, that's packed with actionable advice for caregivers.
Devin also talks about the importance of understanding toddler behavior as communication and shares practical tips for dealing with power struggles and tantrums. Join us as we explore ways to navigate the ups and downs of toddlerhood with confidence and joy.
00:00 Introduction to Toddler Behavior Challenges
01:05 Welcome to the Toddler Toolkit Podcast
01:11 Meet Devon Kuntzman: Transforming Toddlerhood
03:59 Understanding Toddler Behavior as Communication
09:03 The Importance of Realistic Expectations
12:54 Practical Tips for Positive Parenting
22:40 Behavioral Red Flags to Watch For
25:23 Navigating Parenting Overwhelm
26:33 The Messiness of Toddlerhood
27:31 Empathy and Parenting Challenges
29:11 Balancing Discipline and Emotional Wellbeing
31:00 Embracing Imperfection in Parenting
34:17 Real-Life Parenting Struggles
38:35 Building Awareness and Growth Mindset
42:15 The Impact of Transforming Toddlerhood
46:10 Final Thoughts and Resources
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Heather has her M.Ed, and a proud Twin Mama of busy toddlers. She's the
Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, a co-author of the
#1 International Best Selling Book,
The Perfectly Imperfect Family & the
founder of the Happy Toddler, Confident Parent Cohort and Course. 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.
What is Toddler Toolkit?
The complete toolkit for understanding toddler behavior (e.g. hitting, throwing, biting, pushing), navigating tantrums and meltdowns, fostering healthy sibling relationships and dynamics so your kids can get along and raising skilled resilient self-regulated toddlers. If you have toddlers that are close in age or multiple kids then this podcast is made for you! Heather helps parents transform their aggressive toddlers behavior into a calm, kind and caring toddler with a more peaceful and joyful home.
Heather is the Founder of Heather Schalk Parenting, a Twin Mama, Toddler Toolkit Podcast Host, Teacher for 10 years (pre-k through 9th grade), specialization in behavior, with her M.Ed.
Heather's passion is helping moms of toddlers who have disruptive tantrums develop proactive and 'in the moment' strategies to Transform their toddlers disruptive tantrums, aggressive ‘button-pushing’ behavior into a Calm, Kind and Caring Toddler so you have a joyful family and enjoy motherhood.
Next Toddler Mom Cohort to Transform Aggressive Toddler Behavior taught by Heather is in September 2024!