Welcome to Sprout & Bloom, a podcast for parents and caregivers who want to raise emotionally intelligent, resilient kids through connection, play, and social emotional learning. I am Alycia, a mom, early childhood educator, and parenting coach, and I am so glad you are here.

In this short introduction episode, I share the heart behind Sprout & Bloom. I talk about why I believe big feelings are not bad behavior, why emotional intelligence matters as much as academics, and how calm, connected parenting can change not only our kids’ lives but also our own.

I will also share my journey as a mom. Parenting at different stages has taught me so much, from breaking cycles I grew up with to discovering why I am passionate about helping families shift from surviving to thriving.

You will also hear what you can expect from this podcast. I will bring you real stories, practical scripts you can use in tough moments, and encouragement for the messy, beautiful work of raising kids.

Parenting does not come with a manual, but we do not have to do it alone. My hope is that Sprout & Bloom becomes a space where you feel supported, seen, and equipped to parent with more calm, connection, and confidence.

✨ What you will hear in this episode:

• Who I am and why I started Sprout & Bloom
• The vision and values behind this podcast
• What to expect from upcoming episodes