Early Childhood On-the-Go!

Early Childhood Center, Indiana Institute on Disability and Communty, Indiana University
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Early Childhood On-the-Go is a podcast where the Early Childhood Center team at Indiana University talks about all things early childhood.

  1. 6D AGO

    Supporting Parents After Birth: Understanding Postpartum Warning Signs

    Send us a text Kayla O'Neill talks with labor and delivery nurse, Hilary Erickson. Postpartum Resources: Post-birth warning signs handout Postpartum Support International National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (talk, text, or chat) 1-833-TLC-MAMA You can find Erickson on: Website: The Pregnancy Nurse Instagram:  The Pregnancy Nurse® - Birth Educator (@pregnancynurse) • Instagram photos and videos Tik Tok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@pregnancynurse Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/PregnancyNurse/ Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN9g-pQiQ_TzIIehCYotYoA Podcast: Pulling Curls Podcast: Pregnancy and Parenting Untangled

    25 min

  2. 11/14/2025

    Kayla O'Neill chats with children's book author and illustrator Paul Castle!

    Send us a text In this in episode of Early Childhood On The Go, we sit down with Paul Castle, a Canadian-born artist, author, and social media creator who’s redefining representation in children’s literature and online storytelling. Living with Retinitis Pigmentosa, a condition that causes gradual vision loss, Paul brings a powerful perspective on creativity, inclusion, and resilience. Through his vibrant picture books, The Pengrooms, Pringle & Finn, Mr. Maple: A Guide Dog's Story, The Blind Robot and How to Raise a Dragon. Paul shares joyful, affirming stories that celebrate love, family, and identity. He also opens up about his journey as a legally blind artist, his partnership with his husband Matthew, and how their real-life story inspired his beloved penguin characters. Join us as Paul talks about the importance of incidental visibility in early childhood stories and how he uses humor, art, and authenticity to connect with children and families.  Find out more about Paul and his storytelling at Paul Castle Studios.

    32 min

  3. 11/03/2025

    The Reading Brain Part 4

    Send us a text Research Associates and Developmental Therapist Kayla O'Neill talks to Research Associate, Developmental Therapist, and former preschool teacher Lynne Hall about different was to enhance reading and language development in children age 5-6.

    14 min

  4. 10/27/2025

    The Reading Brain Part 3

    Send us a text Research Associates and Developmental Therapist Kayla O'Neill talks to Research Associate, Developmental Therapist, and former preschool teacher Lynne Hall about different was to enhance reading and language development in toddlers, the pre-reading and writing stages for ages two to four.

    14 min

  5. 09/30/2025

    The Reading Brain Part 1

    Send us a text This episode will explore how the brain builds its ability to read. Hosts are Developmental Therapist Kayla O'Neill and early literacy specialist Lynne Hall.

    12 min

  6. 09/30/2025

    The Reading Brain Part 2

    Send us a text This episode dives into the world of emergent literacy. It explores the first steps in literacy from birth to age two. Host is developmental therapist, Kayla O'Neil and literacy expert, Lynne Hall.

    12 min

  7. 08/28/2025

    High Expectations for Children with Disabilities

    Send us a text Dr. Katie Herron talks with Family Specialist, Marcie Beers about why having high expectations for children with disabilities is important.

    22 min

  8. 06/25/2025

    Unlocking Early Literacy: The Five Essential Skills

    Send us a text Literacy begins long before a child reads their first word. In this illuminating conversation with early childhood expert Lynne Hall, we uncover the five foundational literacy skills every young child needs to develop before formal reading instruction begins.

    25 min
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Early Childhood On-the-Go is a podcast where the Early Childhood Center team at Indiana University talks about all things early childhood.

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  • Creator
    Early Childhood Center, Indiana Institute on Disability and Communty, Indiana University
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Early Childhood On-the-Go!
  • Show Website
    Early Childhood On-the-Go!