
Ep. 213: Toddler Troubleshooting with Parenting Consultant Gia Gambaro Blount
August 1, 2022
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Laura and Shanna get answers to questions about toddler meltdowns, defiance, misbehavior at the dinner table and more from parenting expert and consultant Gia Gambaro Blount. Gia imparts some incredible parenting advice about replacement behaviors, emotional hygiene, upskilling and more! Also, Laura reports on the very bizarre thing her 17-month-old did in his crib the other night, and Shanna discusses the conundrum that has her rethinking her future travel plans. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna’s kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 17 months old.
Hosted by Laura Birek and Shanna Micko
Produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager
Guest: Gia Gambaro Blount
About Gia:
Gia Gambaro Blount has 20 years of experience supporting thousands of families as a parenting consultant, parent & me educator and guest speaker. She has her Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and 20 years of experience teaching parenting and child development classes. She has facilitated over numerous parenting classes, reaching well over 2,500 families through her work at The Family Room, Pasadena City College and St. Marks Elementary School. Additionally, she is an adjunct Child Development Professor at Rio Hondo Community College, Pasadena City College, and Moorpark College.
To learn more or book a consultation with Gia, visit giagambaroblount.com.
Show Notes:
- Gia Gambaro Blount Want some extra one-on-one guidance from Gia? Book a consultation with her today!
- The Family Room This is where Laura met Gia while taking toddler-and-me classes with Auggie and Sebastian.
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