Talking Toddlers
Calm, developmentally grounded guidance for moms of babies and toddlers.
As a mom of a baby or toddler, it can feel like everyone has an opinion - and very few answers that actually make things clearer. The noise is loud. The pressure is real. And the uncertainty can be exhausting.
Talking Toddlers is a podcast for moms who want calm, trustworthy, developmentally grounded guidance - without fear, guilt, or unrealistic expectations.
I’m Erin Hyer, a licensed speech-language pathologist with nearly 35 years of experience supporting young children and their families. I’ve spent my career on the floor with toddlers, partnering with parents, consulting with early educators, and training graduate students to understand how children truly grow, learn, and communicate - through relationships, everyday routines, and meaningful language experiences.
This podcast breaks down how the young brain learns, why certain behaviors or challenges show up, and how parents can gently support development before small concerns become bigger ones. I believe parents are in a powerful position — not to do more, but to understand more.
Each episode offers:
- Practical, real-life strategies you can use during everyday routines
- Gentle explanations of the why behind toddler behavior and development
- Supportive conversations that help you feel less alone and more confident
My goal is simple: to help moms feel empowered and toddlers feel supported - so learning, communication, and connection can grow naturally at home.
New episodes of Talking Toddlers are released weekly.
This is a space for clarity, connection, and courage - where moms come to slow down, trust themselves, and support their child’s development with confidence.
Talking Toddlers
How To Get More Out of Your Pediatrician Visits - Feel Heard & Validated
Today’s discussion sheds light on the genuine concerns mothers face and how these often go unaddressed or overlooked in routine pediatric consultations.
These concerns, sometimes dismissed or brushed aside, create an undercurrent of anxiety for new moms navigating the uncertainties of parenthood.
One specific area of concern is the use and understanding of the screening Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers - Revised/Follow-Up (M-CHAT-R/F) during the 18 and 24 month well-child checkups.
Erin pulls back the curtain and shares details of this important tool and how you can guide your pediatrician through it better.
Erin acknowledges the common worries new mothers have and the complexities of addressing them within the confines of short medical appointments. She emphasizes the significance of open, honest dialogue between mothers and pediatricians, encouraging a supportive environment where concerns are respectfully heard and thoroughly addressed.
This episode stives to empower mothers to advocate for their children's needs and highlights the importance of seeking second opinions or further assessments if their worries persist.
Listeners gain practical tips on how to effectively communicate their concerns to pediatricians, fostering a collaborative partnership that prioritizes the child's well-being.
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You won’t want to miss this one!
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Links I mention in this episode:
Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers - Revised/Follow-Up (M-CHAT-R/F)
https://www.mchatscreen.com/
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