Ask Me How I'm Really Doing: A Mom's Podcast

About Ask Me How I'm Really Doing: A Mom's Podcast

🌸 Welcome to Ask Me How I'm Really Doing: A Mom's Podcast, friend! I'm Hadiya—a new mom, speech-language pathologist, and first-gen entrepreneur. This cozy space offers: 🌱 Gentle encouragement for moms navigating motherhood & ambition 🌱 Authentic reflections on identity, self-worth & dreams 🌱 Softness & ease over hustle & burnout Here, you're never alone—let's navigate motherhood together, side-by-side. Subscribe to feel validated, inspired & softly supported—because freedom starts with a nap & a dream. ☕️✨ Join our cozy community on YouTube: @HadiyaCoppedge

Publisher

Hadiya Coppedge

Category

education · kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

10 May 2025

Latest episode

5 Oct 2025

Latest episodes

42 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Oct 2025

   Why Toddler Meltdowns Are Part of Learning to Speak

   You know that feeling when your toddler’s voice suddenly fills every corner of the house? One moment they’re saying “no,” and the next they’re telling you full stories about the park, the snack, and the dog they saw. It’s equal parts magic and meltdown. You might wonder if the chaos means something’s off, or if this is just what growing up sounds like. If you’ve ever questioned whether your toddler’s words are enough, or too much, this one’s for you. In this episode of Ask Me How I’m Really Doing: A Mom’s Podcast, you’ll hear what’s typical between 24 and 36 months and how to support your toddler’s growing voice through connection, patience, and play. 🎧 What’s Inside the Episode 💬 (00:35) The “big and bold” world of two- to three-year-olds and why this stage feels like an emotional rollercoaster. 🧠 (02:00) What’s actually typical in language development between ages two and three, and why messy grammar is a good sign. ❤️ (03:50) How to model language and name emotions so your toddler learns words and emotional regulation. 📖 (05:40) The power of storytelling routines, and how simple “we went park, I slide, then home” moments shape connection. 🚩 (06:15) Red flags to look for by 36 months (and when to trust your gut about early intervention). 🌈 (08:30) The one overlooked milestone that tells you more about your toddler’s development than their vocabulary. 🌱 Dream Seed Journal Prompt Where in your toddler’s communication are you being invited to slow down and listen—really listen—to what their little heart is trying to say? Your toddler’s words are a window into their world. Celebrate every “no,” every story, every attempt to connect—because that’s where the real magic happens. Come listen. I saved you a seat. Hadiya ☕️ 💖 RESOURCES Download the 24-36 months milestone guide → Get It Here (https://hadiyacoppedge.kit.com/2e4c5eae90) Talk Sprouts → talksprouts.com (https://talksprouts.com/) FOLLOW ME AROUND TikTok: @HadiyaCoppedge (https://www.tiktok.com/@hadiyacoppedge) YouTube: @HadiyaCoppedge (https://www.youtube.com/@HadiyaCoppedge) 🌿 Join the Ritual Club for just $7/month → Save My Seat (https://hadiyacoppedge.kit.com/3e23ac36b6)

2. 

   2 Oct 2025

   Is Your Toddler Quiet, or Just Finding Their Own Words?

   Some days it feels like your toddler is learning a new word every five minutes, and other days it’s like the words you heard yesterday just vanish. One minute you’re smiling because they said “ball,” and the next you’re wondering why they’re only pointing and grunting. It can feel confusing, even a little scary. If you’ve ever questioned whether your toddler’s words, or lack of words, are normal, this one’s for you. In this episode of Ask Me How I’m Really Doing: A Mom’s Podcast, you’ll hear about speech and language milestones between 18 and 24 months, what’s typical, what’s worth keeping an eye on, and how to support your toddler without adding pressure. ✨ What’s Inside the Episode 🗣️ (00:45) The “word explosion” myth and why not all toddlers follow it 📈 (04:10) What’s typical between 18–24 months and what’s just your toddler’s unique pace 🧩 (10:12) Red flags to notice if your toddler’s communication seems delayed 📚 (16:40) Why you don’t need apps or flashcards, just simple connected moments ❤️ (22:18) A powerful reminder: language isn’t a race, it’s a relationship 🌟 (27:05) One simple clue that shows your toddler is on track even if words feel slow to come 🌱 Dream Seed Journal Prompt Where in your toddler’s communication are you overlooking the small but powerful signs that connection is happening? Come listen. I saved you a seat. Hadiya ☕️ 💖 RESOURCES Download the 18-24 months milestone guide → Get It Here (https://hadiyacoppedge.kit.com/2e4c5eae90) Talk Sprouts → talksprouts.com (https://talksprouts.com/) FOLLOW ME AROUND TikTok: @HadiyaCoppedge (https://www.tiktok.com/@hadiyacoppedge) YouTube: @HadiyaCoppedge (https://www.youtube.com/@HadiyaCoppedge) 🌿 Join the Ritual Club for just $7/month → Save My Seat (https://hadiyacoppedge.kit.com/3e23ac36b6)

3. 

   30 Sept 2025

   Should Your 12-Month-Old Be Talking More by Now?

   Picture this: you’re watching your baby wobble around the living room, maybe tossing food on the floor, maybe clutching a toy in one hand while pointing at something with the other. She’s not quite a baby anymore, but not yet a toddler either. And in that in-between stage, the questions creep in. Should she be saying more words by now? Why does everyone else’s baby seem ahead? If you’ve ever spiraled down the Google rabbit hole wondering if something is wrong, this one’s for you. In this episode of Ask Me How I’m Really Doing: A Mom’s Podcast, you’ll hear what’s typical between 12–18 months, why gestures matter as much as words, and what red flags to look out for. ✨ What’s Inside the Episode ✨ (00:00) The “uh-oh stage” explained and why you’re not alone in your worry ✨ (03:32) How 3–10 real words + gestures count as meaningful communication ✨ (06:00) Simple daily routines you can use to boost your baby’s speech ✨ (08:22) The difference between normal regressions and true red flags ✨ (10:45) Why consistency, not perfection, is what helps your baby move forward 🌱 Dream Seed Journal Prompt Where are you noticing small signs of communication - gestures, sounds, imitations - that you can choose to celebrate instead of compare? Come listen. I saved you a seat. You don’t have to walk this stage alone, mama. You can hold both the worry and the wonder. Hadiya ☕️ 💖 RESOURCES Download the 12–18 months milestone guide → Get It Here (https://hadiyacoppedge.kit.com/2e4c5eae90) Talk Sprouts → talksprouts.com (https://talksprouts.com/) FOLLOW ME AROUND TikTok: @HadiyaCoppedge (https://www.tiktok.com/@hadiyacoppedge) YouTube: @HadiyaCoppedge (https://www.youtube.com/@HadiyaCoppedge) 🌿 Join the Ritual Club for just $7/month → Save My Seat (https://hadiyacoppedge.kit.com/3e23ac36b6)

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Podcast Authority Score: 59 / 100

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0

YouTube

63

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