Montessori Babies

Current research shows that the first couple years of life lay a developmental foundation for a lifetime! My name is Bianca from babytourguide.com and I help parents, educators, and caregivers optimize Baby and Toddler Development through a Montessori lens. Let's journey through the world of Montessori Babies!

Using "the pause" to boost your baby's development

In Season 2 Episode 44 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, we talk all about "the pause" and applying it to support both you and baby! We touched on ideas like: What is "the pause" in Montessori and child developmentHow to implement "the pause" in different scenariosBenefits to baby's developmentBenefits to you as their parentand more!Montessori Babies Resources: πŸ‘‰FREE Montessori At Home Guide: Birth - 2 Years! πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to Toddlerh...

11-19
11:11

Setting Up "Yes Spaces" for Your Baby

In Season 2 Episode 43 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, we talk all about creating "yes spaces" that can work for you and your baby! We touched on ideas like: What is a "yes space"?Benefits to both you and babyHow to safely set up "yes spaces"Suggested rooms for "yes spaces"and more!Montessori Babies Resources: 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 Montessor...

11-06
13:59

Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf... What's the difference?

In Season 2 Episode 42 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, we dove into some common approaches to early childhood education! We touched on ideas like: MontessoriReggio EmiliaWaldorfWhat each of these meansHow to decide what's right for your childand more!Montessori Babies Resources: 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....

10-10
20:11

The Reality of Being A New Montessori Parent

In Season 2 Episode 41 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, we dove into some of the ways we can embrace reality of new parenthood as a Montessori parent. We touched on ideas like: Preparing yourselfLetting go of romanticized ideasEmbracing the actual magic of childhoodand more!Montessori Babies Resources: 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 B...

09-02
19:07

Spiritual Preparation of the Montessori Adult with Lily Enchin

In Season 2 Episode 40 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Lily Enchin, a Montessori Infant/Toddler Director, Guide, and Mama, all about making the Spiritual Preparation of the Montessori Adult! In this episode, we dove into a wide variety of ideas to consider when preparing yourself for your work as a Montessori parent and guide. Lily's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thevermontessorian/ Any other resources or programs you’d like me to share:Β ...

07-22
29:22

Making the Decision to Montessori Homeschool with Lynda Apostol

In Season 2 Episode 39 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Lynda Apostol, known for her work as @themontessoriteacher, all about making the decision to Montessori Homeschool! In this episode, we dove into a wide variety of ideas to consider when choosing schooling options for your child. We discussed: Why more and more parents are choosing to homeschoolSocializationYour role as their prepared adultLearning spacesAnd more!Lynda's Resources: Website...

05-27
39:02

Traveling with your Montessori Baby with Marisa Rodriguez

In Season 2 Episode 38 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Marisa Rodriguez from Luxe Baby Care all about practical infant travel! In this episode, we dove into how to support your baby's development through Montessori while you're on the go. We discussed: How to stick to Montessori while travelingWhat to bringPlane tips for babiesPacking tips for babiesAnd more!Marisa's Resources: Website: https://www.luxebabycare.com/ Instagram: @luxebabyca...

04-10
29:55

Infant Sleep + Montessori with Katie, Parenting Doula

In Season 2 Episode 37 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Katie @parentingdoula all about Montessori and infant sleep! In this episode, we dove how to support your baby's sleep development through Montessori principles. This week we discussed: Types of baby sleepWhat happens while baby sleepsHelping baby connect sleep cyclesMontessori floor bedAnd more!Katie's Resources and Programs: Website: https://www.parentingdoula.com/ Instagram: @paren...

03-14
38:06

How To Organize Your Baby's Montessori Experience

In Season 2 Episode 36 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, I speak all about how to plan out and organize your baby's Montessori educational foundation in a way that works for you and your unique baby. I offer tons of seasoned Montessori pro-tips that are sure to make Montessori with your little one easier! 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...

02-03
24:54

5 Things To Do Infancy to Support Toddlerhood

In Season 2 Episode 35 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, I dove into 5 main points to focus on with your baby to make everyone's transition into toddlerhood all the easier! 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 ...

12-23
26:43

Reframing Terrible Twos with Blanca (Whole Child Home)

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. This week we discussed: What makes "terrible 2's" and "thr...

10-13
48:10

Brain Boosting in Early Development with Dr. Liraz

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 yearsbrain development beyond childhoodtangible tools to boost brain development everydayhow to support your own brain as a new MamaAnd more!Dr. Liraz's website: https://littleneurons.com 2nd Live Internati...

07-14
55:29

Healing Your Inner Child While Parenting

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 babySetting up your home to allow for inner child workCreative ways to address your inner child while parentingGiving yourself grace and courtesyAnd more! πŸ‘‰FREE Montessori At Home Guide: Birth - 2 Years! πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Independence from Infancy to...

06-20
23:45

Understanding the Montessori Philosophy with Sandra Copping

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 --------- πŸ‘‰ BRAND NEW FREE Montessori At Home Guide: Birth - 2 Years! πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI WORKSHOP] How to Fostering Indep...

05-13
35:06

Embracing New Montessori Motherhood with Ingrid Rhodes

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 motherhoodThe realities of self care in new motherhoodSeeking external supportChecking in with your partnerAnd more!You can find Ingrid's resources below! Website: https://www.vita-education.co.uk/ Instagram:&n...

04-15
34:52

Finding Your New Mom Confidence with Becky Myers-Pollock

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 motherhoodWhat you actually need for babyHow to do Montessori in a smaller homeHome vs. Classroom environmentsAnd more!You can find Becky's resources below! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bec_montessori Montessori At Home Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.co...

03-31
42:14

Montessori From The Beginning with Pamela Green

In Season 2 Episode 28 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Pamela Green from Ananda Montessori! This week we discussed: The prenatal lifeWays to prepare for birthWriting your own storyTips for the newborn phaseand much more!You can find Pamela's resources below! Website: https://www.anandamontessori.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pamelagreent30/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamela-green-81bb5375/ Facebook: https://www.fa...

02-26
01:00:11

Montessori, Hygiene, and Lice Prevention with Ilene Steinberg

In Season 2 Episode 27 of our Montessori Babies podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Ilene Steinberg from ! This week we discussed: Montessori and Hygiene Including baby in hygiene Lice prevention tips for parentsand more!You can find Ilene's resources below! Website: https://www.centerforlicecontrol.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centerforlicecontrolsalon/ Shop/Contact: Ilene's Amazon Store Contact her salon --------- πŸ‘‰ [FREE MONTESSORI PA...

01-24
49:31

What Art Teaches Us with Katherine Cespedes

In Season 2 Episode 26 of our Montessori Babies podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing a fellow Montessori Mama, Katherine Cespedes! She had an amazing presentation on what art teaches young children and parents alike! This week we discussed: What art can teach young childrenWhat we can do to best support their artistic journeysResearch on art and child developmentMontessori and art principle comparisonsand much more!You can find the resources that Katherine wanted to share below! Β ...

01-02
47:16

Going From 1 to 2 Montessori Babies with Sarah Tso

In Season 2 Episode 25 of our Montessori Babies podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Sarah Tso from Real Life Monti Mama on what it was like going from 1 to 2 Montessori children! This week we discussed: Ways to prep for 2 children before 2nd baby is bornHow to encourage a relationshipFamily dynamic changesPrepared Montessori Home for 2 childrenand much more!You can find Sarah's resources below! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reallifemontimama --------- πŸ‘‰ Enroll in The Montesso...

12-11
44:48

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