In this episode, Tara interviews Liz Swenson, author and illustrator of “You Got This, Mama! From Boobs to Blowouts A Survival Guide for New Moms” and her new book "Raising Tiny Humans: From Potty Training to Prejudice, A Survival Guide for the Wild Toddler Years." They discuss the challenges of motherhood, particularly during the toddler years. Swenson shares her motivation for writing her new book and the benefits of an illustrated guide for busy parents. They also touch on the emotional toll of parenting, the importance of self-care, and fostering executive function skills in children, which are crucial for a child's development and success. Liz shares activities and games in her book that can help parents foster these skills in their toddlers.The episode concludes with a discussion on parenting during the tween and teenage years.
If you need help surviving the toddler years, you should listen to this episode!
Links:
https://www.instagram.com/lizswensonbff/
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