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The Teaching Your Toddler Podcast

by Marijo Tinlin · English · Kids & Family

Fresh, down‑to‑earth expert conversations for parents and caregivers who want healthier, happier families. Whether you've got a brand‑new baby, a spirited toddler, or a big kid with big feelings, you'll find practical wisdom you can actually use. We dive into everything from natural health and pick

New episodes: Every two weeks
Typical length: 24 min
Latest: 25 Sep 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

25 Sep 2026 · 6 min

The Sandwich Generation: 3 Ways to Prepare to Care for Aging Parents While Raising Kids, with Scott Parrish of Visiting Angels

I thought "the Sandwich Generation" meant being so busy caring for your kids and your aging parents that sandwiches were the only meal you had time to make. Turns out, I was wrong! In this mini episode of Teaching Your Toddler, I talk with **Scott Parrish, President of the Visiting Angels National Franchise Organization**, about what the Sandwich Generation really is and how moms of young children can prepare to care for an aging parent *before* it becomes an emergency. **What is the Sandwich Generation?** The Sandwich Generation is adults who are "sandwiched" between caring for aging…

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S9 · E143 · 6 Sep 2026 · 7 min
Is Your Heart Trying to Tell You Something? The Condition You Need to Address Today with Dr Arfaat Khan
Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is one of the most common heart rhythm disorders—and it's not just something to worry about "when you're older." In this episode, Dr. Arfaat Khan , a cardiac electrophysiologist, explains what AFib is, the symptoms you shouldn't ignore, who may be at risk, and why catching and treating it early can make a real difference. We also talk about catheter ablation, a minimally invasive treatment that can help restore a normal heart rhythm, and why more patients may benefit from knowing this option exists. For more information about what Dr. Khan discussed in this…
S9 · E142 · 4 Jun 2026 · 10 min
Muscle Loss Starts Now - What You Need to Know About Sarcopenia with Dr Tanya Elliott
Hi, this is Marijo Tinlin from the Teaching Your Toddler Show. Today we have a very special guest. Tanya Elliott is here to talk to us about something that is very surprising for a lot of people, I think. She has a new survey out that reveals some startling facts about women and muscle loss. Welcome to the show, Doctor Elliott. Tell us a little bit about this survey. Dr Elliott: Sure. Thanks for having me. So Viactiv, which is a leading women's supplement brand, commissioned a survey of 2,000 women to understand what their health priorities are. So first things first, the good news. Over 60%…
S9 · E141 · 10 May 2026 · 4 min
Mother's Day Skincare Guide Interview with Dr Leah Carwell
Transcript: Interviewer: Mother Day is often about pampering and relaxing. But the reality is most moms don't have the luxury of slowing down. Between work, family, and everything in between, Self care can easily fail to the bottom of the list. So that's why today and for Mother's day, we brought Dr. Leah Carwell here to talk to us about skincare. She's a skin care expert and dermatologist. And we are so glad to have you with us today. Dr Carwell: Thank you so much for having me. So why is it important for moms to make sure they incorporate little self care into their daily life? Dr.…
S9 · E140 · 27 Jan 2026 · 27 min
How Common Kitchen Spices Can Boost Immunity and Mood with Jaya Jaya Myra
Instead of reaching in your medicine cabinet, how about reaching into your spice cabinet - our guest will tell you how in this very helpful episode. Wellness expert and return guest Jaya Jaya Myra tells us exactly what we need to keep in our pantries and how to use these spices in everyday recipes and drinks. In this episode, she tells us about these 5 spices and many more: Cinnamon – Packed with antioxidants and helps stabilize blood sugar, which supports steady energy and mood during a season filled with sweets. Ginger – Naturally reduces inflammation and soothes the throat, making it a…
S9 · E139 · 17 Jan 2026 · 28 min
Body Image, Eating Disorders & Raising Kids in a Sneaky Diet‑Culture World with Dr. Lauren Hartman
In this powerful and reassuring episode, Marijo sits down with Dr. Lauren Hartman — one of fewer than 1,000 adolescent‑medicine specialists in the U.S., pediatrician, and author of the March 2026 release " Freeing Children and Young Adults from Shame, Scales, and Stigma: A Practical Guide for Parents, Teachers and Clinicians " Dr. Hartman brings decades of clinical experience working with children and teens with eating disorders, and she offers parents of young children practical, compassionate guidance to help prevent body‑image struggles before they start. What You'll Learn in This…
S8 · E138 · 14 Dec 2025 · 6 min
Tips for Holiday Hosting and "Zebra Striping" This Season
To watch this as a video, click here https://youtu.be/y9AwMRRlkZA What is zebra striping and how does it relate to you as a parent? You're going to find out during this mini episode about holiday hosting trends! Our guests today include Fernando Sousa who is the National Beverage Director for Diageo North America and Ana Fitzgibbons who is the director of Alcohol Responsibility at Diageo Fernando has been a leader in hospitality and beverage operations across luxury hotels, resorts and corporate environments. Ana leads the company's programs and partnerships across the US and Canada to…
S8 · E137 · 17 Nov 2025 · 10 min
GIFT IDEAS - Fantastic Product Round Up - 2025
TO SEE THE PRODUCTS, PLEASE CHECK OUT THIS VIDEO ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@MarijoTinlin So many fantastic products I get the privilege of reviewing for the audience. This episode includes the following products: True Bloom - Price: $8 each/$28 set of 4 The perfect gift for your daughter. True Bloom's kid-friendly, water-based nail polish is fast-drying, non-toxic, and odor-free! Choose from: Blossom, Peony, Sweet Pea, or Dancing Daisy. True Bloom is a company inspired by kids and created for them. They design makeup and nail polish kits that help kids transition from…
S8 · E136 · 30 Jun 2025 · 26 min
How To Deal With Phone Addiction and Get Safe Alternatives with Linsey Lunny
In this episode, you'll learn about "nomophobia" - fear of being without a mobile device - yes, that's a thing. What does a phone addiction look like? And what are the long-term effects they have on our children's mental health? Lindsay Lunny, founder and CEO of the Hidden Strength Foundation, discusses her organization's app designed to support the mental health of young people aged 13 to 24. In this interview, Lunny talks about the importance of early education about phone addiction and the effects of social media on youth mental well-being. She highlights that many young people are…
S8 · E135 · 15 Jun 2025 · 17 min
How To Get Restful Sleep for the Whole Family with Dr Funke Brown
One of the biggest stressors for parents is helping their child get to sleep and stay asleep. Bedtime can be a real battle for parents at times and today's guest is here to help alleviate that by looking for root causes and also how you parents can help relieve your sleep issues as well. When the whole family sleeps well, things go better. In this episode, she'll talk about sleep apnea - yes, even for kids - which includes snoring, and mouthbreathing, and how sleep is not a "passive process" like we might think, involving hormones, the immune system and even memories that are processed while…
S8 · E134 · 8 Jun 2025 · 24 min
Everything You Need To Know About Starting Baby On Solids with Catherine Callahan
Entering the world of solid foods is a monumental milestone in a baby's development. The transition from milk to solids is filled with excitement, curiosity, and a bit of apprehension. Today's guest Catherine Callahan is one of the co-authors of the new book " Baby Leads the Way: An Evidence Based Guide to Introducing Solids " which is book designed to help parents navigate the journey of starting solid foods with confidence and clarity. Catherine brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the book. As a speech-language pathologist, pediatric feeding therapist, certified lactation…
S8 · E133 · 21 May 2025 · 6 min
4 Keys to Health & Happiness from Quantum Human Author Dr Brian Clement
There's a shift going on in this country about wellness - conversations about food dyes, baby formula changes and seed oils. Dr. Brian Clement, PhD, has a new book Quantum Human that outlines 4 cornerstone to health and happiness that he details in this mini-episode: The food you eat - how important clean, plant-based, organic food is The thoughts you have - how important your outlook is The movement you participate in - exercise is key to brain health Your relationships and sense of community - we need connections Quantum Human tells you step by step how to have a long healthy life. Dr.…
S8 · E132 · 20 May 2025 · 26 min
Your Toddler Instruction Manual from Toddlers Made Easy Author & Pediatrician Dr Cathryn Tobin
Wouldn't it be great to have a pediatrician on speed dial for any questions you might have? Well, with this podcast and Dr Tobin's book, you'll have what you need! As parents to young ones, everyone need all the help they can get and today's guest will help by giving so many great ideas with her Big-Hearted Parenting approach for things like tantrums, food challenges, new siblings, bedtime, potty learning and so much more. I've shared this book with several people already because it's PACKED with information with fun graphics that are typical of the Dorling Kindersley books, quizzes and…
S8 · E131 · 5 May 2025 · 7 min
Tooth Fairy Finances: How to Raise Financially-Savvy Children with Deana Healy from Ameriprise
Teaching kids the value of money and about finances can be a challenge but our expert guest today has some many great ways to help with that. Some of what you'll hear in this mini episode includes: What is the average payout from the Tooth Fairy? How can parents raise financially savvy children? How can parents take control of their finances? Where can we go for more information? From prioritizing college tuition to choosing how to compensate their children, a new study from Ameriprise reveals the financial pressures parents are facing to provide their children with the best life possible.…
S8 · E130 · 12 Apr 2025 · 29 min
How Your Spice Cabinet Is Filled With Healing With Jaya Jaya Myra
Did you know you can relieve common medical conditions with the treasures in your spice cabinet like cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, cloves, cumin, and masala spices? Not just spices but common foods in your kitchen can help relieve inflammation in your body and heal certain conditions. Foods like sweet potatoes, avocado and honey are all amazing, healing foods to help our bodies. This episode is packed with information for you and your family with simple ways to incorporate foods you probably already have on hand into your health and wellness routine. Jaya Jaya Myra, is a former immunologist…
S8 · E129 · 29 Mar 2025 · 25 min
The Biopsychology of Your Smile with Dr Anjali Rajpal
Your smile is connected to your whole body image – when you worry about your smile, your whole body reflects this. Today's guest is going to tell us all about that connection. In this episode, you'll hear more about: What is so bad about having an acid-based diet and how to switch to more alkaline-based Why a wide palate is so important in your mouth What's the connection between your smile and your emotional health Dr. Anjali Rajpal has a background in painting and sculpture and brings the same artistic skills into her work as a dentist. She believes that dentistry is more than a scientific…
S8 · E128 · 23 Mar 2025 · 27 min
Decoding the Gut Brain Connection: Why the Gut Brain Connection is Crucial with Dr Christine Bishara
Did you know over 70% of your immune system literally lives in your gut? Today's episode is going to help you understand more about why that is so important and so much more. A sample of what you'll hear in this episode: · Gut health begins in the womb · Nutrition is our body's best doctor · Why the Vagus Nerve is SO important · How many tries does it take to get a toddler to like a food? (#momhack) Dr Christine Bishara, MD is the New York City-based founder of From Within Medical , a medical wellness practice that places emphasis on the mind-body and gut-brain axis to prevent and manage…
S8 · E127 · 8 Mar 2025 · 30 min
How to Talk To Your Kids About P*rn And The Much Better Alternative with Greta Eskridge
"It was clear to me that parents, especially moms, weren't opposed to talking to their kids about p*rn*graphy. Or listening to me talk about it. But they wanted guidance, resources, help and hope. They wanted someone on their team. I was ready to step up and be that person." -- Greta Eskridge This episode is tough but absolutely essential listening for parents of kids of all ages. The unfortunate reality is that our kids will be exposed to horrible things that we don't want them to see and we need to know what to do. Author, speaking, podcaster and mom Greta Eskridge wants you to be prepared…
S8 · E126 · 6 Mar 2025 · 6 min
Expert Travel Tips and Ways to Leverage Loyalty Programs with Virgin Red's Andrea Burchett
Insider Travel and Loyalty Program Expert Shares Best Times and Ways to Book, The Ins and Outs of Maximizing Your Points, How to Customize Your Perks And the Rise of Solo Travel in 2025 Last spring, 167.1 million people flew, and even more are expected to travel this year, including by car and cruises. According to the Travel Insurance Journal, 2 in 5 U.S. travelers plan to take a bucket-list trip in 2025, with many kicking it off during spring break. But not just any travel will do, people are looking to travel their way – from customizing their own loyalty perks to individualized…
S8 · E125 · 2 Mar 2025 · 7 min
Miracle Molecule The Importance of Nitric Oxide with Dr Nathan S Bryan
Today we're going to learn about a "miracle molecule" called Nitric Oxide and why it is vital for our health - as well as how to prevent losing it from your body - in our interview with Dr Nathan S Bryan. Dr Bryan's new book The Secret of Nitric Oxide Bringing the Science to Life is now available and represents his life's work in researching and educating about nitric oxide. As we age, nitric oxide production decreases due to a breakdown in an enzyme in our blood vessels. That's significant, because loss of nitric oxide production is recognized as the earliest event in the onset and…
S8 · E124 · 17 Feb 2025 · 34 min
Putting A Bear To Bed: Making Connections with The Magic All Around Us with Dr Susan Eirich
Putting a bear to bed may sound impossible to most people for for Dr. Susan Eirich, it's all part of the rythym of life at Earthfire Institute and illustrates how we can all connect. This story, along with the story of a wolf who took a cab, the energy healing of two of their animals and the simple pleasure a little snail named Speedy provided her are all part of "the magic that is all around us" that Susan shares in this very special episode for anyone who feels that tug to slow down and make stronger connections with their people, their pets, others around them and the beauty of nature…
S8 · E123 · 14 Feb 2025 · 36 min
The Most Crucial Part Of Your Child's Development with Kissing Spot Author Shirley Gutkowski
This episode could change your life - I don't think I've ever said that about one of our episodes before! What if knowing a little more about your child's face (or even your own) could change how you approach all the challenges you or your child may be having from snoring or sleep apnea to ADHD? And it all starts BEFORE your baby is born! Shirley Gutkowski is a grandma of three, mom of five and wife of going on 50 years! She has all her own hair, stopped coloring it a year ago and is the owner of Primal Air a company that helps people get their face to work right. She is also the author of…
S8 · E122 · 4 Feb 2025 · 46 min
The Importance of Patience for Parents with Artist, Author and Survivor Kristina Pezza
As parents, we've all lost our patience before with our kids - we let a scream go, or yelled a little too loud, right? I know I have...and I'm pretty sure I'm not the only one. Bella Lucia Children's Book Series, and "Healthy Feelings" Crusader, Kristina Lucia Pezza is on a mission to show/ help parents set up with children (and parents) the importance of embracing and working through your feelings so that we can set kids up with confidence and self-awareness. This includes helping parents find the space and strength to have patience with their children. In this episode, Kristina helps shed…
S7 · E121 · 25 Jan 2025 · 27 min
How To Raise Creative Kids (And Bust Some Common Myths) with Crayola's Cheri Sterman
How many times have you either said or heard someone say, "I'm not creative." Many people think you are either creative or you're not but, as we'll learn from Director at Crayola Education Cheri Sturman , that is officially a MYTH - listen to this episode and learn why. Cheri talks about so many amazing ways to find creativity in every day life and incorporate this into your life and the life of your child. Cheri Sterman , Director at Crayola Education, is at the helm of Crayola's Creativity Week – a free program focused on celebrating creativity through educational content that more than…
S6 · E120 · 2 Dec 2024 · 6 min
How To Create A Safe Holiday Home
Hosting young children during the holidays can create some risks around the house you might not think of. Creating a safe, functional home, especially in areas like the laundry room, kitchen, medicine cabinet, and bedrooms, is essential for the whole family. Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VsVRA-qIWTg As an example, a survey by the American Cleaning Institute, from 2024, showed that 36% of Americans use decorative jars or containers to enhance their laundry space, a trend made popular on social media. However, putting products into clear jars or containers…
S6 · E119 · 2 Dec 2024 · 7 min
Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide with Meaghan B Murphy
Watch the great ideas on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/pqLiobMux8k Meaghan B Murphy is a dynamic and influential figure in the world of lifestyle and wellness. As the Editor-in-Chief of Woman's Day magazine since 2020, she has been instrumental in reshaping the publication to focus on positivity, practical advice, and everyday inspiration. Her approach emphasizes the importance of embracing joy and finding balance in our hectic lives. Apart from her editorial work, Meaghan is also a motivational speaker and author, known for her energetic and relatable style. Her book, "Your…
S6 · E118 · 24 Oct 2024 · 5 min
Beauty Sleep - Is It Real with Dermatologist Dr Alexis Stephens
Sleep and Skincare for Busy Moms Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Alexis Stevens discusses how significant sleep is for skin health, emphasizing the role of nighttime skincare routines in repairing skin damage. She recommends using ingredients like AHAs, BHAs, glycerin, niacinamide, and peptides in skincare products for optimal results. Dr. Stevens also addresses the issue of insufficient sleep for busy moms, suggesting the use of multi-functional products like the Olay Super Serum Night Repair. She further highlights the benefits of caffeine, niacinamide, vitamin C, and peptides in…
S6 · E117 · 19 Oct 2024 · 5 min
Last Minute Halloween Ideas with Melissa DiNapoli from Party City
Melissa DiNapoli Vice President of Marketing for Party City joins us today for a mini episode filled with fun, not-too-scary ideas for costumes, decoration and all things Halloween-related - it's such a fun little episode and make sure you check out our YouTube channel to watch exactly what she's showing us too! YouTube: https://youtu.be/TCJ0EjUx5Uo?si=ywHpHiIaokgJlACk Visit partycity.com for more information and to get the products Melissa shows us on the show
S6 · E116 · 29 Aug 2024 · 31 min
The School House Curriculum That's Changing America with Mimosa Jones Tunney
How would you feel if your child WANTED to go to school over the summer or was sad when school was closed for a snow day? Mimosa Jones Tunney speaks to the Teaching Your Toddler show about the curriculum that is inspiring kids across the country to WANT to learn, who love school and who get sad for snow days and summer break. Can you imagine? Mimosa is a writer, researcher and the founder of both the American Emergent Curriculum and The School House, a private elementary school in New York. She's also a former political speech and Hollywood television writer as well as an avid…
S6 · E115 · 18 Aug 2024 · 29 min
How to Incorporate Lifestyle Habits to Feed Your Body and Soul with MINDFULL's Sam Cutler
Have you ever asked yourself or your family, " How full am I? " BEFORE a meal? Our guest today suggests doing just that to help understand how different our bodies feel before and after eating as a way to regulate your body using Lifestyle Habits. She also says the scale isn't always right - listen to the episode to find out why. Our guest today, Sam Cutler , is a Harvard-trained nutritional health coach as well as the founder and CEO of the lifestyle medicine app, www.MINDFULL.so According to the website www.MINDFULL.so is "a meal planning and health coaching app where [Sam] guides…

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The Teaching Your Toddler Podcast is a English kids & family podcast from Marijo Tinlin. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

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Typical length: 24 min
Latest episode: 25 Sep 2026
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