Discerning Parenting

Do either of these situations sound familiar? Sometimes, I meet kids who are three or four and not yet talking. Often, the mom was already worried way before this. But everyone around her said, “Oh that’s okay, just wait and he’ll start talking before you know it.” Maybe she’ll hear a story about a kid who didn’t talk until he was four and is now very talkative. So the mom ends up feeling like she’s worried about nothing.On the other hand, I also encounter moms who are worried because their two-year-old doesn’t know the ABCs or can’t name flashcards yet. Maybe they feel a lot of pressure because of what they see on the internet about what lessons their toddlers should be having.That’s why in this episode, I’ll talk about what language skills most two-year-olds would have. And what to do if your two-year-old is babbling but not yet talking. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL WALK AWAY WITH: The ONE communication skill your toddler needs to develop at this age (and no, it has nothing to do with naming flash cards or reciting the alphabet!)The often-overlooked "hidden skills" when it comes to communication.What exactly you should be looking for to know that your toddler's development is on the right trackGet your FREE guide - A Week of Language-Boosting Activities for Toddlers.If you’ve connected with this episode in some way, leave a review and share your biggest takeaway with me. And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow me on Instagram @DiscerningParenting. I’d also love to hear how it went when you do any of these tips with your toddler. Send me a DM on how it went! And let me know too if you have a topic you’d like me to cover in a coming episode.⭐ Our book Learning by Heart: Teach Your Child to Read, Stress-Free is now on Amazon! Click here to learn more about Dr. Victoria Nolasco's books.⭐ Check out our FREE Discerning Parenting Toolkit and Resource Library.⭐ Find out more about our on-demand courses to guide you through parenting challenges. 🎖️Discerning Parenting is now one of the TOP 20 PARENTING PODCASTS on Feedspot! The Discerning Parenting Podcast is a free informational resource for parents. As a valued listener, you acknowledge that any information you get from this podcast is for your general guidance only, and ​​must never be considered a substitute for the advice provided by a doctor, therapist, or other qualified medical professionals who know your child specifically. Read our full disclaimer policy here.

Are you eagerly looking forward to the day your baby says those sweet first words?But when should the baby start talking? Should my baby already be having their first words? Should I be doing anything to make this happen faster?The pressure is real and we all feel it as parents. That’s why I’m here today, as a developmental and behavioral pediatrician, parent coach, and mom to bust some myths around our baby's first words.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: The key to recognizing the communication between you and your baby that’s already happening every single day.The scientific reason behind the adorable “babbling” and “raspberries”Why you may have greater success if you ditch all the things that the internet has been telling you to do. Instead, spend 10 minutes just being with your baby.Get a Head Start on Your Toddler’s Speech Success with the “Toddler Talking” Book HERE!If you’ve connected with this episode in some way, leave a review and share your biggest takeaway with me. And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow me on Instagram @discerningparenting. ⭐ Our book Learning by Heart: Teach Your Child to Read, Stress-Free is now on Amazon! Click here to learn more about Dr. Victoria Nolasco's books.⭐ Check out our FREE Discerning Parenting Toolkit and Resource Library.⭐ Find out more about our on-demand courses to guide you through parenting challenges. 🎖️Discerning Parenting is now one of the TOP 20 PARENTING PODCASTS on Feedspot! The Discerning Parenting Podcast is a free informational resource for parents. As a valued listener, you acknowledge that any information you get from this podcast is for your general guidance only, and ​​must never be considered a substitute for the advice provided by a doctor, therapist, or other qualified medical professionals who know your child specifically. Read our full disclaimer policy here.

Have you ever followed what you thought was good parenting and common sense, only to see later on an Instagram post saying it's wrong? And then felt worried or guilty about it?Every day, I hear questions from concerned parents who are lost in the noise just like you. From sleep schedules to baby-led weaning to programs that promise a potty-trained tot in just 3 days - I've met many moms who've felt like bad parents for not following something they've been told to do.So how do you know what advice is right for you and your family? It can be overwhelming to sift through all the conflicting information and figure out what will work best for you. That's where the Discerning Parenting podcast comes in. We'll help you make informed parenting decisions by providing you with research-backed insights, and by helping you use them in a way that fits your own unique situation and your child's needs. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: The criteria you should be looking for when deciding whether or not parenting advice you hear makes sense for you.How to fact-check any piece of advice, no matter the source.The absolute most important question you should be asking yourself when deciding to try a new parenting technique.If you’ve connected with this episode in some way, leave a review and share your biggest takeaway with me. And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow me on Instagram @discerningparenting. Send me a DM with the worst bit of advice you’ve been given! I've also prepared a parenting resource library for you. You'll get a set of handy guides on toddler activities, handling tantrums, preparing your child for reading, and more! Head over to our website discerningparenting.com to get these guides for FREE. ⭐ Our book Learning by Heart: Teach Your Child to Read, Stress-Free is now on Amazon! Click here to learn more about Dr. Victoria Nolasco's books.⭐ Check out our FREE Discerning Parenting Toolkit and Resource Library.⭐ Find out more about our on-demand courses to guide you through parenting challenges. 🎖️Discerning Parenting is now one of the TOP 20 PARENTING PODCASTS on Feedspot! The Discerning Parenting Podcast is a free informational resource for parents. As a valued listener, you acknowledge that any information you get from this podcast is for your general guidance only, and ​​must never be considered a substitute for the advice provided by a doctor, therapist, or other qualified medical professionals who know your child specifically. Read our full disclaimer policy here.

Full Episodes launching weekly starting March 8th, 2023!!Are there days you feel you’ve had it with the sleepless nights, the temper tantrums, and the constant fatigue of trying to keep up with an active baby?Does it feel like you’re always working so hard as a parent, trying to do everything for your kids and family, and yet it never feels enough? We get it. You love your child more than anything, and yet parenting is also exhausting and challenging. Especially when you’re bombarded with criticism and pressure to be the perfect parent (which, spoiler alert, does not exist!).But what if you had experts who understand exactly what you’re going through help you navigate the everyday challenges of parenting your baby, toddler, or preschooler? What if they help you use scientific research to your advantage, so you become the calmer, happier, and more empowered parent you’ve always wanted to be?That's why we created "Discerning Parenting," the podcast that helps you cut through the noise and focus on what truly matters in your parenting journey.Join Dr. Victoria Ang-Nolasco, developmental and behavioral pediatrician, positive parenting coach, author, speaker, and mom, as she and our guest experts tackle your most pressing parenting concerns.From toddler discipline to helping kids learn to talk or to read, from starting solids and potty training to promoting social and emotional development, this podcast is jam-packed with valuable insights and practical tips specifically tailored for parents of kids aged 5 and below.So join us and discover how you can use the combined power of science, knowing your child, and your own intuition in making the best parenting decisions for you and your family. ⭐ Our book Learning by Heart: Teach Your Child to Read, Stress-Free is now on Amazon! Click here to learn more about Dr. Victoria Nolasco's books.⭐ Check out our FREE Discerning Parenting Toolkit and Resource Library.⭐ Find out more about our on-demand courses to guide you through parenting challenges. 🎖️Discerning Parenting is now one of the TOP 20 PARENTING PODCASTS on Feedspot! The Discerning Parenting Podcast is a free informational resource for parents. As a valued listener, you acknowledge that any information you get from this podcast is for your general guidance only, and ​​must never be considered a substitute for the advice provided by a doctor, therapist, or other qualified medical professionals who know your child specifically. Read our full disclaimer policy here.