After high school, I started a job as a toddler teacher instead of using my full-ride scholarship to become a lawyer/journalist/exciting career of the week.

I found a mentor (Hi, Amy!) and fell for her vision that we needed more experts in the field. I wanted to be that expert. While working in early learning programs and Early Head Start, I returned to school to earn my degree.

First, I received an Infant-Toddler Credential from the CDA Council. Then, I earned an Associate’s degree in early childhood education and development at my local community college. Finally, I earned a Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from Ball State University, where I also minored in special education.

Along the way, I was certified to facilitate the Parenting Journey curriculum. I have training in Teaching Strategies: Creative Curriculum, Frog Street’s Love and Learn home visiting curriculum, and Conscious Discipline. I have learned from experts at NAEYC, Zero to Three, Head Start, and IAEYC conferences. Eventually, I even started presenting at conferences.

I’ve also researched and trained educators on positive discipline, trauma-informed care, early childhood mental health, and the importance of play. Yes, it’s a lot to spell out. But I wanted to clarify that I did become an expert (whoa).

And all of this lead to Well Beings with Alysia.

It was an idea that grew during all those moments of toddlers’ pure wonder, the joys and worries of parents, learning alongside fellow educators, and discovering the connection between behavior and environment.

So welcome. I’m here to share what I’m still learning. I hope you’ll find what you need to create happier moments with the tiny humans in your life.

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