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Christmas can feel heavy for moms of babies and toddlers - full of pressure, expectations, and the fear of getting it wrong.

In this episode of Talking Toddlers, we talk about why a simpler, calmer Christmas is often exactly what young children need - and how choosing less can create more connection, regulation, and meaning for your family.

You don’t need more information - you need clarity, support, and a simple way forward.

Talking Toddlers is here to help you slow down, understand what’s developmentally normal, and focus your energy where it truly matters.

If this episode resonated with you, be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss future conversations designed to support both you and your child. You’re doing more right than you realize.

If you’re looking for more personalized support, you’ll find details about Erin’s email community, free resources, and Discovery Calls in the description below.

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Discovery Call — for parents of babies & toddlers
If you’re wondering whether you’re overthinking something — or missing something — this short Discovery Call is a place to pause and get oriented.

👉 Start here to request a Discovery Call

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🌟 Join the Inside Talking Toddlers community for exclusive deep dives and get Erin’s free guide: Top 10 ESSENTIAL Skills For Talking.

CLICK HERE FOR: Building Vocabulary: Single Words to 2-Word Phrases

Because the little years are the big years.

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Disclaimer:

This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your pediatrician or a qualified health provider with questions about your child’s development or health. The views shared are based on Erin Hyer’s professional experience and are intended to support informed parenting, not to replace individual consultation or care. Every child and family is unique — please use your discretion and consult trusted professionals when making decisions for your child.

📩 Questions: contact@HyerLearning.com
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If you want your child to talk well — not just say more words — this episode will change the way you think about early communication.

Because here’s the truth:
Talking doesn’t just “show up” one day.

It grows from the daily experiences underneath it — connection, play, movement, interaction, modeling, as well as sleep, nutrition, and healthy routines.

Whether your baby is 6 months old and you want to stay ahead…
or your toddler is already showing signs of delay…
understanding what’s happening underneath the words is one of the best gifts you can give your child.

You’ve probably heard the common lines:
“Boys talk later.”
“Late talking runs in families.”
“Give it time. She’ll talk when she’s ready.”

But in 2025, it’s much more nuanced than that — and simply assuming “it’ll all work out” can keep kids stuck longer than they need to be.

After 35 years in early intervention, Erin has seen hundreds of so-called “late talkers,” and here’s what most parents (and many professionals) miss:

👉 Not all late talkers are the same.

Some children are on a simple language-delay path.
Others are showing early signs of a broader 'communication' difference.
Those two paths need different kinds of support.

In this episode, Erin helps you “look more closely” and get curious, as she explains in clear, practical terms:

• what to notice before the first birthday
• the difference between a language delay and a communication disorder
• why focusing only on “more words” can miss the real issue
• how play, sensory needs, emotions, and movement all shape speech
• subtle signs parents overlook in the toddler years
• questions to ask instead of just “waiting and seeing”
• what you can start doing today to support your child, at any age

If you’re a parent who doesn’t want to rely on assumptions or old myths, this conversation will give you the clarity and confidence to ask better questions, seek the right kind of help, and support your child’s development from the very beginning.

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🌟 Join the Inside Talking Toddlers community for exclusive deep dives and get Erin’s free guide: Top 10 ESSENTIAL Skills For Talking.

CLICK HERE FOR: Building Vocabulary: Single Words to 2-Word Phrases

Because the little years are the big years.

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Disclaimer:

This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your pediatrician or a qualified health provider with questions about your child’s development or health. The views shared are based on Erin Hyer’s professional experience and are intended to support informed parenting, not to replace individual consultation or care. Every child and family is unique — please use your discretion and consult trusted professionals when making decisions for your child.

📩 Questions: contact@HyerLearning.com
🌐 www.HyerLearning.com

Send us a text

If you want your baby or toddler to talk well — not just say more words — this episode is your starting point.

Because IMITATION is the skill that comes before gestures, babbling, understanding, and eventually… real talking.

Most parents overlook imitation.
Many professionals gloss over it.
But after 35 years helping babies and toddlers communicate, I can tell you this with absolute certainty:

Toddlers learn to imitate long before they learn to talk — and imitation is one of the strongest predictors of early speech.

In today’s episode, I’m walking you through the real building blocks beneath talking and how imitation shapes attention, connection, and communication.

You’ll learn:

• what imitation actually is (it’s not just copying words!)
• the layers of imitation your child moves through
• the connection between imitation, gestures, and early language
• the simple mistake many parents make without even realizing it • playful, natural ways to spark imitation at home — starting today

Whether your little one is 9 months, 12 months, 18 months, or closer to 2, this episode will help you see communication in a whole new way — long before the words appear.

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✨ LIVE WORKSHOP — Dec 6

How to Get Your Baby Talking: 3 Daily Routines That Build Real Words

On Friday, December 6, I’m hosting a LIVE 90-minute workshop where I’ll pull back the curtain and show you exactly how to use three everyday routines to grow your baby’s communication from infancy through 24 months.

👉 Click here to see all the details + save your seat.

If you want clarity, confidence, and a practical plan to support your child’s communication from infancy through 24 months… you’ll want to be there.

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DISCLAIMER:

This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your pediatrician or a qualified health provider with questions about your child’s development or health. The views shared are based on Erin Hyer’s professional experience and are intended to support informed parenting, not to replace individual consultation or care. Every child and family is unique — please use your discretion and consult trusted professionals when making decisions for your child.

📩 Questions: contact@HyerLearning.com
🌐 www.HyerLearning.com