# How to Connect With Your Toddler (The Mistake Parents Make)

An episode of [BratBusters Parenting Podcast](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1770136136), 16 Apr 2026, 15 min.

Audio: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2404296/episodes/19021077-how-to-connect-with-your-toddler-the-mistake-parents-make.mp3

#160 In this episode, Lisa discusses how she approaches connecting with a toddler, which she considers to be 16-35 months. She covers the mistakes she believes parents make when connecting with their toddler, connection ideas, how to connect on a walk to the park, rainy day ideas, an idea Amy saw on social media, and the importance of finding community. Thank you for joining us! Courses: Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months) BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12) Learn More: BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics) No-Cost Mini Course Private Coaching Podcast Questions: Have a question you'd like to submit for a chance to be featured in an upcoming podcast episode? Click Here to Submit 🎙️ Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

## Chapters

- 0:00 Introduction to Connecting With Your Toddler
- 1:52 The Mistake Parents Make When Trying to Connect With Their Toddler
- 4:08 Connection Ideas
- 6:46 How to Connect During the Walk to the Park
- 8:29 Rainy Day Ideas
- 10:38 Idea Amy Saw on Social Media
- 12:16 The Importance of Finding Community
- 14:10 Final Thoughts

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