Leaps, bounds & Transitions...
Suitable for toddlers aged 1+
Give yourself complete peace of mind with my unique set of toddlerhood support sessions - designed to guide you gently through your toddler's transitions, to strengthen your bond with them, and to make this a memorable and enjoyable time for the whole family! Experience toddlerhood with me, without feeling conflicted, isolated, or overwhelmed!
My ultimate support package invites you to experience 10 game-changing toddlerhood support sessions with me. These sessions are face-to-face (either in person or via Zoom), and are one-to-one. Some of them will work with your toddler present, some might be best after they have gone to bed! Each session will be tailored uniquely to you, your family, and your toddler!
I always love meeting the toddlers themselves and may suggest an observation session, but this is not necessary for you to gain the full benefits of this unique support package!
Themes can include:
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My First Coaching Session!
Let's talk about your feelings about parenting, your toddler, and think about taking a holistic and positive approach to parenthood! (Photo of banana bread because this is how we often started during the pandemic - still yum!)
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Moving on from Pouches and Purees to Proper Food
Weaning from milk to proper food is a transition of many stages, and it can be nerve-wracking to do it alone the first time around! Dropping milk feeds, getting your portion size, timing and environment right, and batch cooking - I'll guide you through them all...
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The Cot to Bed Transition
Pyjamas, pillows, stair-gates, potties, nightlights - theres a lot to consider here! One of the bigger transitions logistically, and also one of the most meaningful! Let's take it step by step and support your child all the way.
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Getting Out There - Toddler Groups and Activities
Trying a variety of different toddler groups and activities is important for your child in a variety of ways - experiencing and exploring the outside world, new faces and places, sights and sounds is crucial for their development. But which ones, when and with whom?
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Shifting Naps and Wake Windows
For the first year its all about carefully scheduling and planning those wake windows and nap timings, and watching carefully for your babies cues! With toddlers that things change around a bit, and we need to start lining up the cues ourselves, and redistributing the sleep in a more effective way for a busy lifestyle!
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Dropping the Dummy
Toddlerhood can sometimes feel like such a hard time - we spend the first year giving babies things, and then in the second year we take all away - bottles, naps, dummies, sleeping bags, and even the nappies eventually go! Does your home need a visit from the Dummy Fairy? She's ready to go!
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Holidays, Celebrations and Gatherings
Holidays and gatherings with a toddler are very different to holidays and gatherings with a baby! This is a must topic for parents before their first holiday abroad with the in-laws, wedding or family Christmas with a toddler! Let's do some positive prepping before the event.
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Observation session with Isobel
I will come and meet you and your toddler in person at least once if I can. An observation session can be really beneficial for all of us - let's have a chat and a coffee in a relaxed environment.
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Parent Self-Care & Wellbeing
Mindfulness and wellbeing is essential for toddler parents, it's such intense and rapidly changing time! You will be able to parent through this period more effectively if you can be a calm and well-regulated adult, plus you will be modelling this this life skill for your child. Monkey see, monkey do!
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Parenting While Pregnant & The New Sibling
Parents often come to me struggling with a toddler and a new baby, or whilst pregnant with their second. What to expect from your toddler (and yourself) during and after your pregnancy. Thinking mindfully about your fourth trimester and matrescence!
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Planning for the end of Maternity Leave and the New You
Toddlerhood doesn't just involve changes for your toddler, it involves changes and transitions for you and your partner too! Let's plan ahead to manage these gently, effectively, and positively.
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Potty Training Prep and Readiness Check
Potty training is all about gradual preparation and timing - when the time is right your child will essentially potty train themselves! I have a 100% potty training success record, so there's nothing to worry about!
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Encouraging Independence and Autonomy
Self-esteem, sense of self, independence and autonomy are all linked to behaviour and your relationship with your child. Let's make sure we are giving your child everything they need to thrive.
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Navigating the Childcare Maze
I have been the first person outside the immediate family unit to meet and care for many babies and toddlers and I understand how totally overwhelming it can be to trust another person with your child. Childminder, nanny, au pair or nursery place? What will work for you and why, and how much will it cost?
