Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed is a Vermont based Early Childhood Educator, Collaborative Parenting Coach, and the founder of Core4Parenting,. She is the passionate mastermind behind the Collaborative Parenting Methodology, a birth-to-five, soul and science based framework that empowers parents to maximize their child’s early learning while raising fantastic human beings who succeed in school and life.
While teaching preschool and Kindergarten, she noticed her students knew their ABC’s and 123’s, but struggled with their social, emotional, and interpersonal skills. At drop off, parents would say, “We’re so glad that you are their first teacher”, but she knew she wasn’t -- their parents were! This realization led to her professional pivot as an online Early Childhood Parent Educator and Coach.
Cara has embraced her role as thought leader and fierce advocate for Pandemic parents raising the COVID Generation (GEN-C).
Through keynotes, teacher training, and her podcast, Transforming the Toddler Years, she’s teaching the 5 Executive Functioning Skills kids need to navigate our ever-changing world.
Cara has Bachelor degrees in American Sign Language (ASL) and Linguistics and a Master’s degree in Education. She lives in southern Vermont with her two nearly grown-and-flown daughters and a husband who is her biggest cheerleader. Ready to raise world ready kids who change the world? Visit www.caratyrrell.com/bio to begin your Collaborative Parenting journey!
Recent Content
Toddler struggling with Sleep?Jessica Bryant from Sleep Happy joins me to talk about toddler sleep regressions, sleep needs, and strategies to help get kids back on track!Jessica Bryant is an int…
Toddler struggling w…
Toddler struggling with sleep?Jessica Bryant from Sleep Happy joins me to talk about toddler sleep regressions, sleep needs, and strategies to help get kids back on track!Jessica Bryant is an internationally recognized pediatric sleep strategist, keynote speaker, founder of Sleep Happy Consulting and a Better Sleep Council representative.Struggling with bedtime battles? Grab Jessica’s Free Bedtime Chart and discover your family’s perfect bedtime in just minutes—it’s a game-changer for exhausted parents!Subscribe to the Core4 Connector weekly newsletter to get more t…
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January 16, 2025 Do you find yourself saying "No" all the time?In this episode, I share a strategy on how to stop saying no to your kids. It starts by listening to the words you say without judgment and recognizing …
Do you find yourself…
Do you find yourself saying "No" all the time?In this episode, I share a strategy on how to stop saying no to your kids. It starts by listening to the words you say without judgment and recognizing your triggers.Kids saying their bored? Listen to Episode 157 where I talk about boredom being the gateway to creative play and essential life skills.Rate and review the show and then DM me on Instagram to see how we can help you connect more with your kids.January 14, 2025 Episode 211 Want to Stop Saying NO! All the Time? Do this.About Your Host:Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed is mom to three gir…
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January 14, 2025 Hass your toddler suddenly become a bad sleeper?Jessica Bryant from Sleep Happy joins me to talk about toddler sleep regressions, sleep needs, and strategies to help get kids back on track!Jessi…
Hass your toddler su…
Hass your toddler suddenly become a bad sleeper?Jessica Bryant from Sleep Happy joins me to talk about toddler sleep regressions, sleep needs, and strategies to help get kids back on track!Jessica Bryant is an internationally recognized pediatric sleep strategist, keynote speaker, founder of Sleep Happy Consulting and a Better Sleep Council representative.Struggling with bedtime battles? Grab Jessica’s Free Bedtime Chart and discover your family’s perfect bedtime in just minutes—it’s a game-changer for exhausted parents!Need more personalized help on your parenting journey?…
Cara Tyrrell
January 9, 2025 What's Your Parenting Superpower?In this episode, I share a personal story about my background and also my parenting superpower: language! I talk about the power of intentional language, the meanin…
What's Your Parentin…
What's Your Parenting Superpower?In this episode, I share a personal story about my background and also my parenting superpower: language! I talk about the power of intentional language, the meaning behind the words we use and how to empower the child in your life with the intentionality of the language you use.Love the intentional language scripts you can use with your toddler?Check out my newest free gift to you: 5 Things Your Toddler Needs to Hear You Say Everyday. Watch and listen as your child starts to respond diff…
Cara Tyrrell
January 7, 2025 Help! My Toddler Just Broke a Brand New Toy!Welcome to day twelve of the Holiday micro series! This is the final episode of the mini-series where I've been giving hard-hitting mini episodes so they…
Help! My Toddler Jus…
Help! My Toddler Just Broke a Brand New Toy!Welcome to day twelve of the Holiday micro series! This is the final episode of the mini-series where I've been giving hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit into your holiday busyness.In today's micro-sode I'm talking about how to respond when our toddler breaks a new toy.Listen in for the language scripts I share and be sure to watch the video (me in a Santa hat, singing too!) on the Core4Parenting Youtube channel!Love the intentional language scripts you can use with your toddle…
Cara Tyrrell
January 2, 2025 Having a hard time staying present during the holiday busyness?Welcome to day eleven of the Holiday micro series! The mini-series is in full swing and I've been giving hard-hitting mini episodes so …
Having a hard time s…
Having a hard time staying present during the holiday busyness?Welcome to day eleven of the Holiday micro series! The mini-series is in full swing and I've been giving hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit into your holiday busyness.In today's episode I'm talking about staying present in the moment.Listen in for the language scripts I share and be sure to watch the video (me in a Santa hat, singing too!) on the Core4Parenting Youtube channel!Love the intentional language scripts you can use with your toddler?Check out my f…
Cara Tyrrell
December 31, 2024 
What’s one of your favorite family activities during the holidays?Welcome to day ten of the Holiday micro series! The mini-series is in full swing and I've been giving hard-hitting mini episodes s…
What’s one of your…
What’s one of your favorite family activities during the holidays?Welcome to day ten of the Holiday micro series! The mini-series is in full swing and I've been giving hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit into your holiday busyness.In today's micro-sode I'm talking about connecting with family, traditions and creating core memories.Listen in for the language scripts I share and be sure to watch the video (me in a Santa hat, singing too!) on the Core4Parenting Youtube channel!Love the intentional language scripts you can use wit…
Cara Tyrrell
December 26, 2024 Wonder if sugar makes your kid's behavior worse?In this episode, I talk about the practice of limiting sweet treats during the holiday and reframing situations to focus on the event and not the trea…
Wonder if sugar make…
Wonder if sugar makes your kid's behavior worse?In this episode, I talk about the practice of limiting sweet treats during the holiday and reframing situations to focus on the event and not the treats themselves. I also share my tip about using treat tokens!Ready to nurture your relationship while raising strong, self-aware kids who feel truly seen, heard, and safe to tell you anything? Check out my free gift to you: 5 Things Your Toddler Needs to Hear You Say Everyday. Watch and listen as your child starts to respond differently to you.December 24, …
Cara Tyrrell
December 24, 2024 Does your toddler struggle with social Anxiety?Welcome to day nine of the Holiday micro series! The mini-series is in full swing and I've been giving hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit into your…
Does your toddler st…
Does your toddler struggle with social anxiety?Welcome to day nine of the Holiday micro series! The mini-series is in full swing and I've been giving hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit into your holiday busyness.In today's micro-sode I'm talking about the social anxiety the holidays can create in toddlers and my top strategy to try!Listen in for the language scripts I share and be sure to watch the video (me in a Santa hat, singing too!) on the Core4Parenting Youtube channel!Love the intentional language scripts you can use with your…
Cara Tyrrell
December 19, 2024 Toddler having trouble sharing?Welcome to day eight of the Holiday micro series! Over the next few weeks I'll be giving you hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit into your holiday busyness.In th…
Toddler having troub…
Toddler having trouble sharing?Welcome to day eight of the Holiday micro series! Over the next few weeks I'll be giving you hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit into your holiday busyness.In this mini-sode I'm talking about toddlers having trouble sharing and my #1 strategy to try!Listen in for the language scripts I share and be sure to watch the video (me in a Santa hat, singing too!) on the Core4Parenting Youtube channel!Love the intentional language scripts you can use with your toddler?Check out my free gift to you: …
Cara Tyrrell
December 17, 2024 Looking for ways to create those core family memories?Welcome to day seven of the Holiday micro series! Over the next few weeks I'll be giving you hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit into your ho…
Looking for ways to …
Looking for ways to create those core family memories?Welcome to day seven of the Holiday micro series! Over the next few weeks I'll be giving you hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit into your holiday busyness.In this mini-sode I'm talking about making core family memories by snuggling up to watch a classic holiday film!Listen in for the language scripts I share and be sure to watch the video (me in a Santa hat, singing too!) on the Core4Parenting Youtube channel!Love the intentional language scripts you can use with your toddler?Check out my f…
Cara Tyrrell
December 12, 2024 Nervous about travelling with kids this holiday season?In this episode I discuss the challenges of traveling with kids during the holiday season. I explain the cognitive process that children go th…
Nervous about Travel…
Nervous about travelling with kids this holiday season?In this episode I discuss the challenges of traveling with kids during the holiday season. I explain the cognitive process that children go through and how travel tests their executive functioning skills. I also emphasize the importance of seeing it through your child's perspective and making it about the journey, not the destination.Ready to nurture your relationship while raising strong, self-aware kids who feel truly seen, heard, and safe to tell you anything? Check out my free gift to you: 5 Things Your Toddle…
Cara Tyrrell
December 10, 2024 Want to tame your child's sweet tooth this holiday season?Welcome to day six of the Holiday micro series! Over the next few weeks I'll be giving you hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit into your …
Want to tame your ch…
Want to tame your child's sweet tooth this holiday season?Welcome to day six of the Holiday micro series! Over the next few weeks I'll be giving you hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit into your holiday busyness.Today I'm talking about healthy Lifestyle mindset plus a collaborative art project that helps control how much sugar your little one eats everyday.Listen in for the language scripts I share and be sure to watch the video (me in a Santa hat, singing too!) on the Core4Parenting Youtube channel!Love the intentional language scripts you can use wit…
Cara Tyrrell
December 5, 2024 Holiday meltdowns got you stressed?Welcome to day five of the Holiday micro series! Over the next few weeks I'll be giving you hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit into your holiday busyness.T…
Holiday meltdowns go…
Holiday meltdowns got you stressed?Welcome to day five of the Holiday micro series! Over the next few weeks I'll be giving you hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit into your holiday busyness.Today I'm talking about how to handle the holiday meltdowns and how to help kids express their emotions differently!Listen in for the language scripts I share and be sure to watch the video (me in a Santa hat, singing too!) on the Core4Parenting Youtube channel!Love the intentional language scripts you can use with your toddler?Check out my free gift to you: …
Cara Tyrrell
December 3, 2024 Worried about your toddler sleeping this holiday?Welcome to day four of the Holiday micro series! Over the next few weeks I'll be giving you hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit into your holiday …
Worried about your t…
Worried about your toddler sleeping this holiday?Welcome to day four of the Holiday micro series! Over the next few weeks I'll be giving you hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit into your holiday busyness.Today I'm talking about how to maintain sleep routines during the holidays, tips, tricks and strategies to help kids sleep (or at least rest) during routine disruptions.Listen in for the language scripts I share and be sure to watch the video (me in a Santa hat, singing too!) on the Core4Parenting Youtube channel!Love the intentional language scripts you can…
Cara Tyrrell
November 28, 2024 Do you love family traditions?In this episode I discuss the significance of family traditions as intentional activities that deepen family connections and facilitate core memory making. I share a pe…
Do you love family t…
Do you love family traditions?In this episode I discuss the significance of family traditions as intentional activities that deepen family connections and facilitate core memory making. I share a personal experience of how a change in my usual Christmas routine led to a unique family experience. I also share a little advice to help parents manage their emotions during difficult moments when the reality isn't meeting the expectation.Ready to nurture your relationship while raising strong, self-aware kids who feel truly seen, heard, and safe to tell you anything? Check out my free gift …
Cara Tyrrell
November 26, 2024 Want to teach your child how good it feels to share with others?Welcome to day three of the Holiday micro series! Over the next few weeks I'll be giving you hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit in…
Want to teach your c…
Want to teach your child how good it feels to share with others?Welcome to day three of the Holiday micro series! Over the next few weeks I'll be giving you hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit into your holiday busyness.Today I'm talking about giving being a crucial part of the holiday season. Now is the time to teach your little one how good it feels to share what they have with others!Listen in for the language scripts I share and be sure to watch the video (me in a Santa hat, singing too!) on the Core4Parenting Youtube channel!Love the intentional language scri…
Cara Tyrrell
November 21, 2024 How long is your child's wish list?Welcome to day two of the Holiday micro series! Over the next few weeks I'll be giving you hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit into your holiday busyness.Tod…
How long is your chi…
How long is your child's wish list?Welcome to day two of the Holiday micro series! Over the next few weeks I'll be giving you hard-hitting mini episodes so they fit into your holiday busyness.Today I'm talking abut wants vs. needs. Listen in for the language scripts I share and be sure to watch the video (me in a Santa hat, singing too!) on the Core4Parenting Youtube channel!Love the intentional language scripts you can use with your toddler?Check out my free gift to you: 5 Things Your Toddler Needs to Hear You Say Everyday. Watch and listen as your child start…
Cara Tyrrell
November 19, 2024 
