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Reframing Terrible Twos with Blanca (Whole Child Home)13 Oct 202400:48:10

In Season 2 Episode 34 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Blanca from @wholechildhome all about reframing toddlerhood to make both your experience and your toddler's experience easier and more peaceful! She is a psychotherapist and internationally certified positive discipline educator who specializes in supporting socioemotional development in early childhood through evidence-based approaches.Β 

This week we discussed:

  • What makes "terrible 2's" and "threenagers"?
  • How do we work with our toddlers to support their development during this phase
  • Tricky situations we may find ourselves in....
  • How to support your own parental growth during this phase
  • And more!

Blanca's Resources and Programs:Β 

Website:Β  www.wholechildhome.com

Instagram: @whole.child.home

Linkedin: Β https://www.linkedin.com β€Ί velazquez-martinb

Prep your Toddler for School course: how you support your toddler’s transition to schoolΒ  can be more than making β€œ a quick drop off”. This is a course designed specifically to help you support your young child’s transition into school between the ages of 18 months and 3 years.Β https://wholechildhome.thinkific.com/courses/ToddlerSchoolPrep

Blog Post: β€œWhy the β€˜terrible twos’ are actually terribly important’”

Parenting consultations with Blanca: Get research-informed and Montessori-aligned support to welcome the big emotions, sudden shifts in your child’s behavior, tricky feeding or toilet learning stretches, or simply to learn how to nurture healthy emotional development at home. Let’s take all the social media and book content you’re flooded with and transform it into strategies that fit your child, your family, and the stage you’re in.

https://www.wholechildhome.com/consults

πŸ‘‰FREE Montessori At Home Guide: Birth - 2 Years!

πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerhood - Join here FOR FREE!

Shop for your Montessori Baby:

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

Interested in Montessori Homeschooling from Toddlerhood through Adolescence? Check outThe Montessori Homeschool Academyand use code MONTESSORIBABIES350 for a discount on Lynda Apostol - aka @themontessoriteacher's amazing program!

Check out My Monte Home Montessori Materials for your baby. Feel free to use code MONTESSORIBABIES for 10% off your order!

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Brain Boosting in Early Development with Dr. Liraz14 Jul 202400:55:29

In Season 2 Episode 33 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Liraz all about boosting brain development in the early years! She is a neuroscientist and Mama who has a love for all things Montessori.

This week we discussed:

  • brain boosting from birth - 6 years
  • brain development beyond childhood
  • tangible tools to boost brain development everyday
  • how to support your own brain as a new Mama
  • And more!

Dr. Liraz's website: https://littleneurons.com

2nd Live International Montessori Seminar

September 7, 2024 - 9:00 AM - Noon CDT - Live on Zoom

Don't miss this upcoming high quality, hands-on International Montessori seminar! The amazing panel of speakers are ready to help you and your child take Montessori education to the next level. Come learn from the experts, win FREE Montessori prizes, and make new friends!

Β Learn and earn $1000 worth of prizes in our raffle, including personalized coaching, educational books, innovative toys, and so much more!

Connect with like-minded educators and parents passionate about Montessori education during our breakout sessions.

Β **EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: **Enter LVLUP20 for a 20% discount at checkout.

*SPACES ARE LIMITED!! *

REGISTER NOW and receive a FREE GIFT here: πŸ‘‰ https://connect.leadkid.academy/c/2nd-international-montessori-at-home-seminar_281

πŸ‘‰FREE Montessori At Home Guide: Birth - 2 Years!

πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerhood - Join here FOR FREE!

Shop for your Montessori Baby:

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

Interested in Montessori Homeschooling from Toddlerhood through Adolescence? Check outThe Montessori Homeschool Academyand use code MONTESSORIBABIES350 for a discount on Lynda Apostol - aka @themontessoriteacher's amazing program!

Check out My Monte Home Montessori Materials for your baby. Feel free to use code MONTESSORIBABIES for 10% off your order!

πŸ‘‰ Baby Tour Guide BLOG https://www.babytourguide.com/

πŸ‘‰ Baby Tour Guide INSTA https://www.instagram.com/babytourguide/

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

From Public School to Montessori with Gloria Lane20 Nov 202300:50:32

In Season 2 Episode 24 of our Montessori Babies podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Gloria Lane from Montessori Mama Life!

This week we discussed:

  • Teaching 1st grade at public school
  • Discovering Montessori at home
  • Homeschooling Montessori styleΒ 
  • LOTS of Montessori tips for the home
  • and much more!

You can find Gloria's resources below!

Website: https://montessorimamalife.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/montessorimamalife

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πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI PARENTING WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerhood - Join here FOR FREE!

Shop for your Montessori Baby:

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

Interested in Montessori Homeschooling from Toddlerhood through Adolescence? Check outThe Montessori Homeschool Academyand use code MONTESSORIBABIES350 for a discount on Lynda Apostol - aka @themontessoriteacher's amazing program!

Check out My Monte Home Montessori Materials for your baby. Feel free to use code MONTESSORIBABIES for 10% off your order!

πŸ‘‰ Baby Tour Guide BLOG https://www.babytourguide.com/

πŸ‘‰ Baby Tour Guide INSTA https://www.instagram.com/babytourguide/

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Montessori and Twins with Emma, The Montessori Twin Mama05 Nov 202300:32:59

In Season 2 Episode 23 of our Montessori Babies podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Emma, The Montessori Twin Mama!

This week we discussed:

  • The reality of raising twin babies
  • How Montessori can support your journey
  • The uniqueness of each child
  • Floor beds with twins
  • and more!

You can find Emma aka The Montessori Twin Mama's resources below!

Website: https://themontessoritwinmama.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themontessoritwinmama/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGco6QTBX_m2a4ZhxLXwEgw

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πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI PARENTING WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerhood - Join here FOR FREE!

πŸ‘‰ Enroll in The Montessori Babies Course! Transform your parenthood and support your baby's development through Montessori from birth-toddlerhood. Enroll for only $97 (usually $252)! Check out curriculum here.

Shop for your Montessori Baby:

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

Interested in Montessori Homeschooling from Toddlerhood through Adolescence? Check outThe Montessori Homeschool Academy and use code MONTESSORIBABIES350 for a discount on Lynda Apostol - aka @themontessoriteacher's amazing program!

Check out My Monte Home Montessori MaterialsΒ for your baby. Feel free to use code MONTESSORIBABIES for 10% off your order!

πŸ‘‰ Baby Tour Guide BLOG https://www.babytourguide.com/

πŸ‘‰ Baby Tour Guide INSTA https://www.instagram.com/babytourguide/

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Non-Montessori Things I Do With My Baby13 Oct 202300:14:31

In Season 2 Episode 22 of our Montessori Babies podcast, I we are talking all about some of the non-Montessori things I do with my baby.

This week we discussed:

  • The unique Montessori journey of each person
  • 3 Non-Montessori things I do with my son
  • Empowering you as your child's advocate
  • Promos and gifts coming up
  • and more!

πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI PARENTING WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerhood - Join here FOR FREE!

Shop for your Montessori Baby:

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

Interested in Montessori Homeschooling from Toddlerhood through Adolescence? Check outThe Montessori Homeschool Academy and use code MONTESSORIBABIES350 for a discount on Lynda Apostol - aka @themontessoriteacher's amazing program!

πŸ‘‰ BLOG https://www.babytourguide.com/

πŸ‘‰ INSTA https://www.instagram.com/babytourguide/

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Montessori Autumn Ideas and Controversies24 Sep 202300:22:16

In Season 2 Episode 21 of our Montessori Babies podcast, I we are talking all about some fun Fall ideas and controversies when implementing Montessori at home!

This week we discussed:

  • Montessori Fall baby activities
  • The uniqueness of Fall sensory
  • The Halloween ControversyΒ 
  • DIY Art Ideas
  • and more!

πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI PARENTING WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerhood - Join here FOR FREE!

Shop for your Montessori Baby:

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

Interested in Montessori Homeschooling from Toddlerhood through Adolescence? Check outThe Montessori Homeschool Academyand use code MONTESSORIBABIES350 for a discount on Lynda Apostol - aka @themontessoriteacher's amazing program!

πŸ‘‰ BLOG https://www.babytourguide.com/

πŸ‘‰ INSTA https://www.instagram.com/babytourguide/

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Montessori Ideas To Bring Peace to Parenting 06 Aug 202300:18:38

In Season 2 Episode 20 of our Montessori Babies podcast, I dove into some Montessori ideas that are incredibly helpful to keep at the forefront of your mind as you go about your days with baby!

This week we discussed:

  • Montessori approach to mindset
  • The uniqueness of each child
  • The in-home Montessori Experience
  • Making Montessori work for you
  • and more!

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πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI PARENTING WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerhood - Join here FOR FREE!

Shop for your Montessori Baby:

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

Interested in Montessori Homeschooling from Toddlerhood through Adolescence? Check outThe Montessori Homeschool Academyand use code MONTESSORIBABIES350 for a discount on Lynda Apostol - aka @themontessoriteacher's amazing program!

πŸ‘‰ BLOG https://www.babytourguide.com/

πŸ‘‰ INSTA https://www.instagram.com/babytourguide/

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Supporting Multilingual Development with Gabrielle Kotkov10 Jul 202300:40:57

In Season 2 Episode 19 of our Montessori Babies podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Gabrielle Kotkov of Multilingual Montessori!

This week we discussed:

  • Benefits of multilingualism
  • Different approaches of supporting multilingualism in children
  • Different language games and activities to play
  • and more!

Dive into Gabrielle's Multilingual Montessori Resources below.πŸ’–

Website: https://multilingualmontessori.org/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/multilingual.montessori/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/multilingual-montessori/

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3hEdD2gDwQ50DGXggJZQCx


Also - head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

Interested in Montessori Homeschooling from Toddlerhood through Adolescence? Check outThe Montessori Homeschool Academy and use code MONTESSORIBABIES350 for a discount on Lynda Apostol - aka @themontessoriteacher's amazing program!

πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI PARENTING WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerhood - Join here FOR FREE!✨

πŸ‘‰ BLOG https://www.babytourguide.com/

πŸ‘‰ INSTA https://www.instagram.com/babytourguide/

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Exploring Natures Benefits in Infancy and Toddlerhood18 Jun 202300:17:14

In Season 2 Episode 18 of our Montessori Babies podcast, we are venturing into the great outdoors to dive into the benefits that nature has for our babies!

This week we discussed:

  • Current research in relation to young children and nature
  • Developmental benefits
  • Benefits for the entire family
  • Earthing as an ancient practice
  • and more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

Interested in Montessori Homeschooling from Toddlerhood through Adolescence? Check outThe Montessori Homeschool Academyand use code MONTESSORIBABIES350 for a discount on Lynda Apostol - aka @themontessoriteacher's amazing program!

πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI PARENTING WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerhood - Join here FOR FREE!✨

πŸ‘‰ BLOG https://www.babytourguide.com/

πŸ‘‰ INSTA https://www.instagram.com/babytourguide/

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

How Does Montessori Parenting Support Emotional Development04 Jun 202300:14:41

In Season 2 Episode 17 of our Montessori Babies podcast, we are diving into whether or not the Montessori approach in infancy and toddlerhood can support emotional development!

This week we discussed:

  • Attachment vs emotional development
  • Tools in Montessori preparation to support emotional development
  • Environment approaches to support emotional development
  • and more!

πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI PARENTING WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerhood - Join here FOR FREE!✨

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

Interested in Montessori Homeschooling from Toddlerhood through Adolescence? Check outThe Montessori Homeschool Academyand use code MONTESSORIBABIES350 for a discount on Lynda Apostol - aka @themontessoriteacher's amazing program!

πŸ‘‰ BLOG https://www.babytourguide.com/

πŸ‘‰ INSTA https://www.instagram.com/babytourguide/

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Montessori Homeschooling Beyond Toddlerhood with Lynda Apostol14 May 202300:49:43

In Season 2 Episode 16 of our Montessori Babies podcast, I had the honor of chatting with Lynda Apostol, but you probably know her as The Montessori Teacher! She shared all about what Montessori homeschooling looks like beyond toddlerhood.

This week we discussed:

  • What is Montessori homeschooling in Primary?
  • What is Montessori homeschooling in Elementary?
  • What does Montessori look like in the home beyond toddlerhood
  • What is world schooling?
  • Benefits of homeschooling
  • and more!

You can find all of Lynda's amazing programs and resources here:

Lynda's Instagram: @themontessoriteacher

Lynda's Website: www.themontessoriteacher.com

Interested in Montessori Homeschooling from Toddlerhood through Adolescence? Check outThe Montessori Homeschool Academyand use code MONTESSORIBABIES350 for a discount on Lynda Apostol - aka @themontessoriteacher's amazing program!

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Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI PARENTING WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerhood - Join here FOR FREE!✨

πŸ‘‰ BLOG https://www.babytourguide.com/

πŸ‘‰ INSTA https://www.instagram.com/babytourguide/

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Baby-Led Weaning and Montessori Feeding with Katie Ferraro17 Apr 202300:47:09

In Season 2 Episode 15 of our Montessori Babies podcast, I had the opportunity to chat with Katie Ferraro of the Baby Led Wean Team all about Baby-Led Weaning and it's relationship to Montessori!

This week we discussed:

  • What is baby-led weaning?
  • Benefits to baby-led weaning
  • Common mistakes made when starting solids
  • Montessori and BLW
  • and more!

You can find all of Katie's amazing Baby-Led Weaning resources here:

Katie's Instagram: @babyledweanteamΒ 

Free 1-hour video workshop β€œBABY-LED WEANING FOR BEGINNERS” ..grab your copy of Katie’s 100 FIRST FOODS list on this free workshop; sign up for this week’s workshop times at: https://www.fortifiedfam.com/montessoriΒ 

Baby Led Weaning Made Easy Podcast

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI PARENTING WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerhood - Join here FOR FREE!✨

πŸ‘‰ BLOG https://www.babytourguide.com/

πŸ‘‰ INSTA https://www.instagram.com/babytourguide/

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Healing Your Inner Child While Parenting20 Jun 202400:23:45

In Season 2 Episode 32 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, I dove into some ideas to nurture your inner child while parenting your sweet baby!

This week we discussed:

  • Montessori principles that can support both you and baby
  • Setting up your home to allow for inner child work
  • Creative ways to address your inner child while parenting
  • Giving yourself grace and courtesy
  • And more!


πŸ‘‰FREE Montessori At Home Guide: Birth - 2 Years!

πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerhood - Join here FOR FREE!

I'm speaking at an International Montessori Seminar! Join me for the 2nd International Montessori Seminar on September 7, 2024, from 9-12 noon CDT, live on Zoom! Register here

This action-packed seminar is filled with new networking opportunities and $1000 worth of raffle prizes for all attendees! We're thrilled to feature a lineup of amazing Montessori speakers, including the world-renowned positive discipline master, Dr. Jane Nelsen.Β  For a limited time, receive 20% off registration with code LVLUP20 at checkout. Plus, the first 20 to register will receive a FREE gift valued at $24.92 and FREE access to Upschool's innovative course "Assessment and Observation - Understanding the Whole Child." Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to enhance your Montessori journey. Click here to register!

Shop for your Montessori Baby:

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

Interested in Montessori Homeschooling from Toddlerhood through Adolescence? Check outThe Montessori Homeschool Academyand use code MONTESSORIBABIES350 for a discount on Lynda Apostol - aka @themontessoriteacher's amazing program!

Check out My Monte Home Montessori Materials for your baby. Feel free to use code MONTESSORIBABIES for 10% off your order!

πŸ‘‰ Baby Tour Guide BLOG https://www.babytourguide.com/

πŸ‘‰ Baby Tour Guide INSTA https://www.instagram.com/babytourguide/

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

6 Common Hesitations About Montessori for Babies05 Apr 202300:24:22

In Season 2 Episode 14 of our Montessori Babies podcast, we are diving in to common hesitations that people have when introduced to Montessori in infancy!

This week we discussed:

  • Montessori Independence in InfancyΒ 
  • Conflicting cultural views
  • the initial work that goes into Montessori At Home
  • the rigidity of Montessori
  • and more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI PARENTING WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerhood - Join here FOR FREE!✨

πŸ‘‰ BLOG https://www.babytourguide.com/

πŸ‘‰ INSTA https://www.instagram.com/babytourguide/

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Montessori Expectations At Home vs. At School with Montessori Moms in the Wild13 Mar 202300:50:40

In Season 2 Episode 13 of our Montessori Babies podcast, I had the honor of having Rachel, Megan, and Laura from the Montessori Moms in the Wild Podcast!

This week we discussed:

  • Our role as parents versus Montessori guides in the classroom
  • Expectations between school and home environmentsΒ 
  • Expectations for the children in the different environments
  • and much more!

You can find Rachel, Megan, and Laura's Montessori Moms in the Wild podcast here!
Or check out their instagram @montessorimomsinthewildΒ 

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI PARENTING WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerhood - Join here FOR FREE!✨

πŸ‘‰ BLOG https://www.babytourguide.com/

πŸ‘‰ INSTA https://www.instagram.com/babytourguide/

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

How To Use Transition Cues In Infancy (And Make Toddlerhood Easier)09 Feb 202300:19:04

In Season 2 Episode 12 of our Montessori Babies podcast, we are talking all about an transition cues and how to use them in infancy and simultaneously make their transition into toddlerhood easier!Β 

This week we discussed:

  • What are transition cues?
  • Transition cue examples
  • How to use transition cues with babies
  • Benefits of transition cues
  • and more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI PARENTING WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerhood - Join here FOR FREE!✨

πŸ‘‰ BLOG https://www.babytourguide.com/

πŸ‘‰ INSTA https://www.instagram.com/babytourguide/

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Self Care Tips for the New Montessori Parent15 Jan 202300:22:52

In Season 2 Episode 11 of our Montessori Babies podcast, we are talking all about an element of being a Prepared Adult as a Montessori parent via self-care!Β 

This week we discussed:

  • Why we need to fill our own cup as a Montessori Parent
  • How our own self care has an impact on baby
  • Simple yet effective tips that take minimal time for the sleepy, busy parent
  • and more!

Links from today's show:

Benefits of Journaling

Benefits of Reading

Diagram for how to hold baby with good posture

NOTE: Please check with your doctor before starting any pregnancy or postpartum workout routine. πŸ’–

Fav workouts linked below:

Boho Beautiful 10 Minute Yoga with Baby

10 Minute Postpartum Strengthen Workout

10 Minute No Impact Workout

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI PARENTING WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerhood - Join here FOR FREE!✨

πŸ‘‰ BLOG https://www.babytourguide.com/

πŸ‘‰ INSTA https://www.instagram.com/babytourguide/

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

How To Talk To Family + Caregivers About Doing Montessori With Your Baby15 Dec 202200:19:54

In Season 2 Episode 10 of our Montessori Babies podcast, we are talking all about talking to friends, family, and caregivers about doing Montessori with your baby!Β 

This week we discussed:

  • Why these types of conversations can be so hard
  • What to expect in these types of convos
  • How to describe Montessori in infancy to someone who has never heard of it
  • Tactics to inspiring someone with Montessori info
  • and more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI PARENTING WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerhood - Join here FOR FREE!✨

πŸ‘‰ BLOG https://www.babytourguide.com/

πŸ‘‰ INSTA https://www.instagram.com/babytourguide/

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Tips for Feeding Babies the Montessori Way21 Nov 202200:21:53

In Season 2 Episode 9 of our Montessori Babies podcast, we are talking all about supporting baby through a big transition: moving houses!Β 

This week we discussed:

  • Feeding babies the Montessori way
  • Following the Child during meals
  • What it looks like in reality
  • Progressing to feeding independence
  • And more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Moving Houses with a Baby03 Nov 202200:13:01

In Season 2 Episode 8 of our Montessori Babies podcast, we are talking all about supporting baby through a big transition: moving houses!Β 

This week we discussed:

  • Prepping baby for the move
  • Moving day tips for baby
  • What to expect during this transition
  • Baby's first encounter with the home
  • And more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

A Montessori Floor Bed for Babies?!09 Oct 202200:15:42

In Season 2 Episode 7 of our Montessori Babies podcast, we are talking all about how using the Montessori Floor Bed with Infants!Β 

This week we discussed:

  • What the Montessori Floor bed is
  • When to begin
  • Benefits of using the floor bed
  • The role of movement in learning
  • And more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Things You Need To Know About Montessori Parenting18 Sep 202200:16:19

In Season 2 Episode 6 of our Montessori Babies show, we are talking all about how some things that are surprising as a Montessori parent!Β 

This week we discussed:

  • How often babies change
  • Keeping an open mind and growth mindset
  • How to change with your baby
  • Addressing yourself in this new role
  • Staying inspired
  • And more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

How To Find Baby's Interest29 Aug 202200:13:10

In Season 2 Episode 5 of our Montessori Babies show, we are talking all about how to find baby's interest!Β 

This week we discussed:

  • Why baby's interest is important in Montessori
  • How to use their interest to guide what you offer
  • What an interested baby looks like
  • Knowing when interest shifts
  • Re-offering previously interested materials
  • And more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Understanding the Montessori Philosophy with Sandra Copping13 May 202400:35:06

In Season 2 Episode 31 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Sandra Copping, a seasoned Montessorian from the UK!

This week we discussed understanding the Montessori philosophy and what that looks like when you apply it both inside and outside of the home!

You can find Sandra's Facebook page below!

Montessori with Miss Sandra Facebook Page

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Shop for your Montessori Baby:

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

Interested in Montessori Homeschooling from Toddlerhood through Adolescence? Check outThe Montessori Homeschool Academyand use code MONTESSORIBABIES350 for a discount on Lynda Apostol - aka @themontessoriteacher's amazing program!

Check out My Monte Home Montessori Materials for your baby. Feel free to use code MONTESSORIBABIES for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

5 Things I Would Never Do As A Montessori Babies Expert14 Aug 202200:17:39

In Season 2 Episode 4 of our Montessori Babies show, we are hopping on that fun trend of sharing 5 things that I would never do as a Montessori Babies Expert!Β 

This week we discussed:

  • Talking about baby in front of baby
  • How to entertain a Montessori Baby
  • Comparing baby to other baby's development
  • Expecting perfectionΒ 
  • Judging other parents Montessori - ness
  • And more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Things I Make Sure To Do Everyday With My Montessori Baby30 Jul 202200:21:11

In Season 2 Episode 3 our Montessori Babies show, we are talking all about some of the things that I make sure to do with my baby everyday as a Baby Development expert and Montessorian!Β 

This week we discussed:

  • Various purposeful ways to talk to babyΒ 
  • Development of respect of self
  • Slowing down the Montessori way
  • Getting outside in nature
  • And more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

3 Ways to Prepare Baby for the Montessori Feeding Experience14 Jul 202200:10:13

In Season 2 Episode 2 our Montessori Babies show, we are talking all about preparing our sweet babies for the Montessori Feeding experience!Β 

This week we discussed:

  • Montessori feedings
  • Food exposure before solid food intro
  • The family meal
  • Empowering our babies through mindset and interactionsΒ 
  • And more!

Check out the Tripp-Trapp Chair + Newborn Attachment linked here.

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

What is a Montessori Birth?01 Jul 202200:20:27

Welcome to Season 2 of our Montessori Babies podcast! In this first episode of the second season of our show, we are talking all about Montessori during the hour of birth!Β 

This week we discussed:

  • The realities of birth
  • What Montessori actually looks like at birthing hour
  • My Montessori birth story
  • "Following the Child" from womb to world
  • What to expect from Season 2!
  • And more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Aiding the Transition from Infancy to Toddlerhood01 Apr 202200:11:36

In Episode 36 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, we spoke about some amazing ways that we can support our babies on their journey through infancy into toddlerhood!Β 

This week we discussed:

  • What the transition from infancy to toddlerhood looks like
  • How following the child in infancy sets them up for toddlerhoodΒ 
  • Addressing our mindset
  • General timeline for when babies are considered "toddlers"
  • And more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Prepping For Your Montessori Experience in Pregnancy17 Mar 202200:07:43

In Episode 35 of our Montessori Babies show, we dive into some ways that we can prepare for our Montessori Experience during pregnancy!Β 

This week we discussed:

  • Practicing Slowing Down
  • The child's first prepared environment
  • Tiny moments of love for our body
  • Mentally preparing for this journey
  • And more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Implementing Montessori During Diaper Changes03 Mar 202200:19:36

In episode 33 of our Montessori Babies show, we dive into implementing Montessori Principles and Ideas during the diapering process!Β 

This week we discussed:

  • Opportunities for involvement within diapering
  • Reducing Diapering struggles
  • Developing respect of body
  • Directed Choices within the process
  • Stand-Up Diapering
  • And more!

Study about conversation turns with babies -> linked here.

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Infant Straw Cup Milestones with Dawn Winkelmann, M.S. CCC-SLP17 Feb 202200:38:51

In episode 32, I had EZPZ's amazing Pediatric Feeding Specialist and Speech and Language Pathologist back on our show. She was kind enough to share all about straw cup milestones with our babies!

This week we discussed:

  • Precursors to drinking from a straw cup
  • Medical Benefits of Straw Cup
  • Speech Benefits of Straw Cup
  • What to put in the straw cup
  • How to know your child has mastered the Straw Cup
  • And more!

You can find the straw cup training system here.

Episode 22 -> Tips To Teaching Babies to Drink From an Open Cup with Ms. Dawn!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Do the Ideas of Fostering Independence and Fostering a Secure Attachment Conflict?03 Feb 202200:20:24

In episode 31 of our Montessori Babies show, we dive into whether Attachment Theory (forming a secure attachment) and Montessori's idea of Fostering Independence conflict.Β 

This week we discussed:

  • What Attachment Theory is
  • Forming a secure attachment
  • Attachment Theory vs Attachment Parenting
  • What does Fostering Independence mean?
  • Do Fostering Independence and forming a secure attachment conflict?
  • And more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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πŸ‘‰ INSTA https://www.instagram.com/babytourguide/

Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

What is a Montessori Education for Babies?20 Jan 202200:18:45

In honor of our 30th Episode, we dive into what a Montessori Education looks like for our sweet babies!Β 

This week we discussed:

  • The Education of the Baby
  • How and When Babies Learn About Their World
  • Similarities Between Child Development World & Montessori World
  • And we have some giant announcements toward the end of the show!

Thank you so much to Essential Montessori for partnering with our show! Check out essentialmontessori.com to discover their amazing Montessori Baby Materials and use the code MONTESSORIBABIES for 10% off your order at checkout!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Embracing New Montessori Motherhood with Ingrid Rhodes15 Apr 202400:34:52

In Season 2 Episode 30 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Ingrid Rhodes, a certified Educational Psychologist, Montessorian, Positive Discipline Educator, Author, and fellow new Mama!

This week we discussed:

  • Social media insights and motherhood
  • The realities of self care in new motherhood
  • Seeking external support
  • Checking in with your partner
  • And more!

You can find Ingrid's resources below!

Website:Β  Β https://www.vita-education.co.uk/Β 

Instagram:Β  https://www.instagram.com/vitaeducation/Β 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/infovitaeducation/Β 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingrid-rhodes-60387223b/Β 

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Shop for your Montessori Baby:

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful baby feeding products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

Interested in Montessori Homeschooling from Toddlerhood through Adolescence? Check outThe Montessori Homeschool Academyand use code MONTESSORIBABIES350 for a discount on Lynda Apostol - aka @themontessoriteacher's amazing program!

Check out My Monte Home Montessori Materials for your baby. Feel free to use code MONTESSORIBABIES for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

All About Montessori Baby Wooden Materials with Lea Shell06 Jan 202200:31:53

In Episode 29, I had the honor of interviewing the amazing Lea Shell, COO of one of my favorite Montessori Baby Material shops, Essential Montessori!Β 

We discussed:

  • What are Montessori Baby Grasping Materials?
  • Montessori Materials vs. Other Materials on Market
  • Benefits of Wooden Montessori Materials
  • How to Care for Wooden Montessori Materials
  • And more!

Thank you so much to Essential Montessori for partnering with our show! Check out essentialmontessori.com to discover their amazing Montessori Baby Materials and use the code MONTESSORIBABIES for 10% off your order at checkout!Β 

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Freedom of Movement in Infancy09 Dec 202100:16:28

In Episode 28, I began discussing the Montessori idea of Freedom of Movement and how it applies to infancy! We discussed:

  • What is Freedom of Movement?
  • Prepared Environment
  • Importance of Movement to Infancy
  • Containers
  • Montessori Floor Bed
  • And more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Montessori Foundations of Teaching Babies to Clean25 Nov 202100:16:57

In Episode 27, I spoke all about laying foundations for teaching our sweet babies to clean...the Montessori Way! We discussed:

  • Montessori Approach to Cleaning
  • "Help Me Help Myself" - Montessori
  • Finding Moments to include baby
  • Making cleaning part of the Montessori lesson
  • Modeling pride in environment
  • And more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Benefits of Using a Bowl for Solids with Dawn Winkelmann M.S, CCC-SLP11 Nov 202100:40:57

In Episode 26, I spoke to EZPZ's amazing Pediatric Feeding Specialist, Ms. Dawn Winkelmann, all about the benefits of using a bowl during mealtime! We discussed:

  • Basic Developmental benefits of using a bowl
  • Pro Tips to Using a bowl
  • Safety benefits of using a bowl
  • Crossing the midline
  • How to reduce food throwing
  • And more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Discovering Link Between Object Permanence and Separation Anxiety in Babies28 Oct 202100:16:48

In Episode 25, we dive into the link between the developmental milestone of object permanence and separation anxiety! We discussed:

  • Jean Piaget
  • What is object permanence?
  • When does object permanence typically emerge?
  • What is separation anxiety?
  • Ways to support baby during this time
  • Ways to support yourself during this time
  • And more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

What is the Montessori Topponcino? with Amber Vick14 Oct 202100:26:14

In Episode 24 I had an amazing interview with the Topponcino Co. co-owner, Amber Vick to talk all about the Montessori Topponcino! We discussed:

  • What is the Montessori Topponcino?
  • How to use the Topponcino
  • When to start the Topponcino
  • How she got started making the Topponcino
  • Benefits to the Baby
  • Benefits to the Adult
  • And more!

To grab your very own Montessori Topponcino that was created with the research, safety, and love that Amber Vick and her team brought to their design, check out TopponcinoCompany.com!

Also check out @topponcinoco on Instagram to discover some beautiful ideas of how to use the Montessori Topponcino!

(I am an affiliate for the Topponcino Co. and will make a small commission from sales when using this link. :) )

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

The Present of Being Present with Babies30 Sep 202100:18:24

In Episode 23, we jump into being present with babies! We discussed:

  • How being present affects baby development
  • How to be physically, mentally, and spiritually present with baby
  • How to prepare your space to allow this type of presence
  • Optimal times during the day for this type of presence
  • And more!

Head on over to EZPZfun.com to discover their beautiful products that were specially formulated by mothers and experts to cater to your baby's age and stage of development. Use the code MontessoriBabies10 at checkout for 10% off your order!

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Xoxo,
Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Tips for Teaching Babies To Drink From an Open Cup with Dawn Winkelmann M.S, CCC-SLP16 Sep 202101:02:36

In Episode 22, we have the EZPZ's Speech & Language Pathologist & Pediatric Feeding Specialist to discuss teaching babies to drink from an open up! We discussed:

  • When to start drinking from an open cup
  • Medical Benefits to Open Cup Drinking
  • Baby Mouth Milestones You May Not Know
  • Getting Prepared For Open Cup Drinking
  • Language Benefits to Open Cup Drinking
  • And more!

I had so much fun recording Episode 22 of the Montessori Babies Podcast! If you enjoyed and think it may be helpful to someone you know, I would love it if you would leave a review and share with your friends and family!

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Benefits of Offering Directed Choices to Babies & Toddlers02 Sep 202100:21:26

In Episode 21, we talk all about the benefits of offering directed choices to babies and toddlers! We discuss things like...

  • What are directed choices?
  • Benefits of Directed Choices
  • Using Directed Choices to Empower your child
  • Using Directed Choices as a tool for toddlerhood
  • In-directed choices
  • And more!

I had so much fun recording Episode 21 of the Montessori Babies Podcast! If you enjoyed and think it may be helpful to someone you know, I would love it if you would leave a review and share with your friends and family!

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Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
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The Prepared Adult: Tips on Handling Stressful Moments with Babies19 Aug 202100:20:43

In Episode 20, I offer my best tips on how to be your best prepared adult by how we handle those more stressful situations when working with babies! We discuss things like...

  • Various situations that can occur
  • The Prepared Adult
  • Co-Regulation & Modeling
  • Various Studies on Immediate Stress Relief
  • Using Breath to Calm Yourself and Baby
  • Music and Movement
  • Dance It Out
  • And more!

I had so much fun recording Episode 20 of the Montessori Babies Podcast! If you enjoyed and think it may be helpful to someone you know, I would love it if you would leave a review and share with your friends and family!

Links:

  • If you're interested in reading the study regarding breathing and stress, I linked it here.
  • I linked the study by nature exposure and stress here.
  • I linked the study showing how singing can decrease stress levels in humans here.

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Finding Your New Mom Confidence with Becky Myers-Pollock31 Mar 202400:42:14

In Season 2 Episode 29 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing an AMI trained Montessori Guide and new Mama, Becky Myers-Pollock!

This week we discussed:

  • How the Montessori approach can support new motherhood
  • What you actually need for baby
  • How to do Montessori in a smaller home
  • Home vs. Classroom environments
  • And more!

You can find Becky's resources below!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bec_montessori

Montessori At Home Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/montessoriactivities/

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Intro To Understanding Infant & Toddler Behaviors05 Aug 202100:23:56

In Episode 19, we begin to dive into understanding infant and toddler behaviors, such as hitting, biting, hair pulling, and more.!Β 

We touch on...

  • The Developmental Significance Behind Behaviors
  • Behaviors in Infancy
  • Behaviors in Toddlerhood
  • How to Handle Behaviors from 0-3
  • Positive Redirection & Reinforcement
  • And more!

I had so much fun creating Episode 19 of our show! If you can, I would absolutely love it if you would leave a review to help other amazing parents, educators, and caregivers find our show.

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Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

The Importance of Infancy22 Jul 202100:21:22

In Episode 18, I talk all about why I love helping people like you optimize baby development through a Montessori Lens, by journeying through the importance of infancy! This weeks episode is also an announcement episode!Β 

We touch on...

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Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

Supporting the Development of Concentration in Babies08 Jul 202100:24:52

In Episode 17, we talk all about the Child Development and Montessori perspectives of supporting the Development of Concentration in our sweet Babies!

We discuss things like...

  • How Babies Learn to Concentrate
  • Setting Up Their Environment To Support Development of Concentration
  • Types of Toys/Materials That Optimally Support Development of Concentration
  • We lightly talk about TV/Screen time
  • Pro Tips to Honing In on Moments of Focus with Babies
  • And more!

For more info on the current research on TV and screen time for infants and toddlers, click here.

If you're interested in listening to our episode about daily language and music opportunities with babies, click here.

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Bianca A. Solorzano, M.Ed.
Baby Development & Montessori Consultant
And Your Baby Tour Guide

How To Teach Manners to Babies24 Jun 202100:15:35

In Episode 16, we talk all about the Child Development and Montessori perspectives of teaching manners to our sweet babies!

We discuss things like...

  • The 2 Main Views on Teaching Babies Manners
  • Montessori Approach to Manners
  • Grace & Courtesy
  • The #1 Way Babies Will Learn Manners
  • Pro Tip to Modeling Manners
  • And more!

If you're interested in reading the article that discusses the research on spreading positivity, I linked that here.

If you're interested in listening to our episode about the language approach to praising babies, I linked that here for you!

I had so much fun recording Episode 16 of the Montessori Babies Podcast! If you enjoyed and think it may be helpful to someone you know, I would love it if you would leave a review and share with your friends and family!

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