Day Three Starts March 20th

You will learn:

• Why toddler movement is a developmental need, not a behavior problem
• How gross motor skills support focus, learning, and independence 
• The connection between movement and fine motor development 
• Easy ways to support movement without adding stress 
• How to scaffold independence in everyday routines

Dr. Allison Mell is a pediatric physical therapist, founder of Tots On Target, and a mom of four. Through her virtual membership, The Tot Spot and her social media channels (@totsontarget), she educates and supports parents in helping their babies and children meet developmental motor milestones.

You can find Dr. Allison Mell online at Tots on Target

You will learn:

• How toddlers learn language and why it takes time
• What communication milestones actually matter 
• How to tell the difference between behavior and language needs 
• Practical ways to reduce frustration before speech develops 
• Simple, everyday strategies to support expressive language

Melissa Minney is a speech-language pathologist, mommy of 3, and the founder of Raising Little Talkers. She empowers parents to get their babies and toddlers talking from home during their everyday routines. She’s obsessed with teaching parents how to connect and communicate with their children by turning babbles and gestures into precious first words, expanding their vocabulary, encouraging word combinations, and beyond.

You can find Melissa online at Raising Little Talkers

You will learn:

• Why communication gaps fuel toddler frustration
• What baby sign language really is and isn’t 
• How signing supports speech development 
• When and how to introduce signs effectively 
• How communication reduces tantrums over time

Lane Rebelo, LCSW, is the author of the four popular baby sign language books, with a fifth coming out in 2026. She is the founder of Tiny Signs®, an award-winning baby sign language program. Lane worked for many years with families in the Boston area and incorporates her experiences as both a mom and licensed social worker into her teaching approach.

You can find Lane online at Tiny Signs

You will learn:

• What executive function really is and why it matters
• Why toddler behavior reflects missing skills, not defiance 
• How early habits shape later behavior 
• How temperament changes the way strategies work 
• Practical ways to build focus, self-control, and resilience

Violeta Gordeljevic is a science communicator, mom of two, and founder of The Parenting Class. She helps new parents understand how what we do already in the first years of life can make toddlerhood easier and more enjoyable. Drawing on decades of research in child development and parenting -and shaped by her background in environmental health and prevention science -Violeta focuses on supporting children’s executive function skills from day one, consciously preparing them for an increasingly complex world.

You can find Violeta online at The Parenting Class

You will learn:

• Why toy clutter builds so quickly in toddlerhood
• How fewer toys support focus and creativity 
• What makes a toy truly worth keeping 
• Simple toy organization and rotation systems that work 
• How to reduce cleanup battles through environment design

Mandy Merrell and Mel Craig are the co-founders of Toy Testing Sisters, a platform dedicated to helping parents find toys that truly deliver. As mothers of seven children combined, they test toys in real homes with real kids to provide honest, practical recommendations. Their content blends play, education, and fun while highlighting products that support meaningful childhood experiences. Together, they share trusted insights with families through social media and digital storytelling.

You can find Mandy & Mel online at Toy Testing Sisters