Episode #28: How to Choose the Best Library Books for Babies and Toddlers
We absolutely love the library, but we know it can be overwhelming. Families often wonder: Should you pick the educational books? The fun, silly ones? Are some books “better” than others? What if they want to read the same book over and over? In this episode, we’re sharing simple tips to take the stress out of library trips and help you make the most of this incredible resource. Here’s what we’re covering: Why regular library visits are one of the easiest ways to support your child’s language and literacy skills Four simple things to look for when choosing books What we think about reading the same books over and over Practical library hacks to save you time (and keep things fresh for you and your child) A free resource to help you skip the guesswork and head to the library our booklist As pediatric speech-language pathologists and moms, we know firsthand how powerful regular, joyful reading can be (and how overwhelming the library can feel without a plan). We hope this episode leaves you feeling confident, equipped, and excited to make your next library trip a fun, stress-free part of your routine. Thank you for listening! If you find this episode helpful, share it with a friend or leave a review. We’d love to reach more families who want to support their little one’s communication and love of books. Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Free Toddler Booklist: https://www.weetalkers.com/books-download Songs+ Stories Membership: Screen time you can feel really good about it. Try it free https://www.weetalkers.com/trial
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Episode #27: Help! My Toddler Says a Lot of Sounds Wrong — Should I Be Worried?
It’s typical for toddlers and preschoolers not to be able to say all speech sounds correctly. It’s a learning process. Maybe your child says “tar” for star or “nana” for banana. But how do you know if it’s just a normal stage or something more? In this episode, we’re digging into the question: Should I be worried if my toddler says sounds “wrong”? Here’s what we’re covering: Why speech errors happen How much of your toddler’s speech you should be able to understand at different ages The most common sound mistakes toddlers make and when they typically go away Four simple, low pressure ways you can help your child at home Sound-specific strategies for tricky ones like /s/ blends (think star or snake) When to consider checking hearing or connecting with a speech-language pathologist As pediatric speech therapists and moms, we want you to know: most of the time, these mistakes are a completely normal part of learning to talk. We hope this episode helps you you walk away with reassurance, a few simple ideas to try, and the confidence to trust your instincts if you feel something more is going on. If you found this episode helpful, share it with a friend or leave a review. It’s SO appreciated. Thanks for listening! Resources mentioned in this episode: Ep. 10: What to Do When You Don’t Understand Your Toddler Our blog: Common Speech Sound Patterns in Toddlers Looking for screen time you can feel good about? Try Songs+Stories free for 10 days www.weetalkers.com/trial Free Toddler Communication Checklist – weetalkers.com/toddler More free resources + programs at weetalkers.com
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Episode #26: 5 Things We’re Glad We Did When Our Kids Were Little (and 5 We Wish We Did More Of)
Parenting little ones is full of trial and error. Some choices you look back on and think, I’m so glad we did that. Others? You wish you’d done a little differently. In this episode, we’re reflecting on those early years now that we have school-aged kids and sharing: 5 simple habits we’re thankful we stuck with — like making room for open-ended play, encouraging a love of books, and keeping quiet time even after naps were long gone. The everyday choices that paid off more than we realized at the time 5 things we wish we had done more of (still kicking ourselves for not writing down all those funny kid quotes!) Why you don’t need to do everything perfectly for it to really matter As speech language pathologists and moms, we bring both our professional lens and the honest, behind-the-scenes perspective of real parenthood. Our hope? That you walk away with a new idea to try or the reassurance that what you’re already doing is enough. 👉 Don’t forget to share this episode with a friend who could use a little encouragement. Resources mentioned in this episode: Want to create a screen time plan for your family that you feel really good about? Listen to episode 13 to hear more about what we think about when it comes to screen time for toddlers and preschoolers. More about baby + toddler play plus our favorite toys to encourage talking at weetalkers.com/blog Try our intentional screen time for preschoolers + toddlers (for free) at weetalkers.com/trial Find the chew proof, rip proof books we mentioned in our Amazon or Bookshop store. More free resources and programs at weetalkers.com
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Episode #25: 18 Month Old Not Talking but Understands: Milestones, Tips, and When to Get Help
Is your 18-month-old not talking yet, but clearly understands so much of what you say? You’re not alone. And the fact they understand so much is a very encouraging sign! In this episode, Katie and Carly (speech-language pathologists and moms) break down: The difference between receptive (understanding) and expressive (talking) language What language milestones to expect around 18 months What actually counts as a word (hint: more than you think!) Three simple ways you can support your toddler’s talking right now When to seek extra support and why “wait and see” isn’t always the best plan If you’ve been feeling worried, this conversation will give you practical next steps and lots of reassurance. 👉 Download our free Toddler Communication Milestones checklist at weetalkers.com/toddler. 👉 Checkout our TalkToddler course--our course for parents who want to help their toddler talk and communciate more weetalkers.com/talktoddler.
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Episode #24: Starting Preschool: Tips for Making the Transition Smoother
Starting preschool or daycare? We’ve been there—more than six times between us! In this episode, we share our best tips for easing the preschool transition, from choosing books that prepare your child to creating goodbye routines that actually work. You’ll hear real stories from our own kids, easy role play ideas, a simple connection routines for drop-off, and a preschool playlist to help your preschooler start the day feeling brave and confident. Links & Resources: Shop our favorite books for starting school: Amazon | Bookshop.org Personalized Starting School Books from Pinhole Press Kind + Strong Playlist on Spotify & Apple Music Free 10-Day Songs+Stories Trial How to Support Social Skills in the Preschool Years
Helping you nurture your child’s speech and language development with confidence! Hosted by Carly and Katie, pediatric speech therapists and moms, this podcast is packed with practical tips, expert insights, and encouragement to help your child thrive in speech and language development. Whether you're wondering about milestones, curious about how to best support your child, or choosing the best books and toys, we’re here to help—without the overwhelm. Tune in for answers to your biggest questions, relatable stories, and plenty of encouragement along the way!
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