Hanging with Ms. Heather

Heather Gonzalez
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Hanging with Ms. Heather is a podcast dedicated to all things Early Childhood related! Join us as we interview guests who specialize in varying aspects of life with a zero to five-year old! Your host, Heather Gonzalez, is a wife, mom of 4 boys and the director of the award-winning Great Beginnings Preschool in Northern Viriginia. She is passionate about Early Childhood Education and Music and cannot wait to chat!

Episodes

  1. Curating an atmosphere of Wonder in the heart of downtown Leesburg!

    04/25/2025

    Curating an atmosphere of Wonder in the heart of downtown Leesburg!

    Reagan and Ashley are the co-founders of Wonder Leesburg, an indoor and outdoor play space for children inspiring curiosity and imagination. Reagan and Ashley’s story of authenticity, entrepreneurship and intentionality is inspirational! From the concept of Wonder to their family-focused, community-minded business model; you’ll want to follow these trendsetters!  Wonder: ·        https://www.wonderleesburg.com/  ·         Instagram: @Wonder_Leesburg https://www.instagram.com/wonder_leesburg?igsh=ZnB4anY1dHo2OHp3 Mentions: ·        Good Inside with Dr. Becky: Parenting Podcast | Good Inside ·         Bobbie: https://www.hibobbie.com/ ·         Podcast: Brene Brown Dare to Lead: https://brenebrown.com/podcast-show/dare-to-lead/ ·         Podcast: Creating Disney Magic with Lee Cockerell: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creating-disney-magic/id954054965 Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool ·         Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com) ·         IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg ·         FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss new episodes! See what we're up to on Facebook/Instagram and find more information on our website. SHINE bright!!

    40 min
  2. Let's Chat about Kinder with Erin from Littles Love Learning

    01/17/2025

    Let's Chat about Kinder with Erin from Littles Love Learning

    Erin is the founder of Littles Love Learning focusing on the science of reading and preparing the whole child for Kindergarten. Erin’s wholistic approach to learning makes her an amazing resource for all things Kindergarten prep and a champion for students, teachers and parents.  ·         FREE Pre-K Goals Printable ·         P.L.A.Y. Quick Start Reading Course for Parents ·         Learn and Play to K Kindergarten Readiness Membership      Little Love Learning:  ·         LittlesLoveLearning.com ·         Instagram: @littleslovelearningblog ·         Facebook: @littleslovelearningblog ·         YouTube: Littles Love Learning ·         Podcast: Littles Love Learning     Mentions: Instagram Accounts Erin Loves: ·         @the.gifted.perspective ·         @confidentkidstherapy ·         @countingwithkids ·         @yourreadingteacher    Podcasts I Love: ·         The Science of Reading Formula Podcast ·         Creating Readers with Savannah Campbell ·         Dyslexia Devoted ·         Wholistically Psyched     Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool ·         Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com) ·         IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg ·         FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg   Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss new episodes! See what we're up to on Facebook/Instagram and find more information on our website. SHINE bright!!

    36 min
  3. Unlocking the power of BLISSful sleep with Chastity Van Pelt

    10/14/2024

    Unlocking the power of BLISSful sleep with Chastity Van Pelt

    Chastity is a Family Nurse Practitioner and Certified Sleep Sense Consultant. She founded Bliss Pediatric Sleep Support to partner with parents in understanding the science of sleep and importance of a good bedtime routine. Chastity is a wealth of knowledge on bedtime routines and sleep science. Wherever you are in your journey, Chastity can develop a routine catered to your family dynamic, complete with her help and support!  Bliss:  ·         Website- bliss-sleep.com -Educational webinar on the science of sleep: bliss-sleep.com/educational-offerings/ ·         Facebook-  facebook.com/BLSSsleep ·         Instagram:  @bliss_sleep_support ·         Linked in: www.linkedin.com/in/chastity-vanpelt   Mentions: ·        Rewire Your Mind Podcast: The Rewire Your Mind Podcast Podcast Series – Apple Podcasts ·         Good Inside with Dr. Becky: Parenting Podcast | Good Inside   Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool ·         Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com) ·         IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg ·         FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss new episodes! See what we're up to on Facebook/Instagram and find more information on our website. SHINE bright!!

    50 min
  4. Banshee Reeks is Leesburg's Hidden Gem and Nature Wende is the Bee's Knees!

    07/26/2024

    Banshee Reeks is Leesburg's Hidden Gem and Nature Wende is the Bee's Knees!

    Hanging with Ms. Heather: Let’s chat preschool and Early childhood.         Season 2 Episode 1: Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve is Leesburg's Hidden Gem and Nature Wende is the Bee's Knees! Wende David is a Virginia Master Naturalist at Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve in Leesburg, VA. Banshee Reeks is a hidden gem boasting nearly 700 acres of awesome! From fishing to hiking trails to exhibits, Banshee Reeks has something for guests of all ages to connect with nature! Please see Banshee Reeks Facebook Page (Events) to check out upcoming events like Story Time Gone Wild and Wild Schooling. I, personally, cannot wait to attend a Full Moon Hike!  Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve:  ·         Website- https://www.loudoun.gov/1277/Banshee-Reeks-Nature-Preserve ·         Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BansheeReeksNaturePreserve?mibextid=LQQJ4d   Mentions: ·          NPR: https://www.npr.org/ ·         Shortwave: https://www.npr.org/podcasts/510351/short-wave ·         Kind World Podcast: https://www.wbur.org/podcasts/kindworld ·        Motherhood Sessions Podcast: https://gimletmedia.com/shows/motherhood-sessions Books: The Women by Kristin Hannah (recommended by Heather)Demon Copperhead or any other title by Barbara Kingsolver (Heather and Wende)There There by Tommy Orange (Wende)This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger (Heather)Any Title by Kate Quinn  Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool ·        Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com) ·         IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg ·         FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg     Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to catch new episodes! See what we’re up to on Facebook/Instagram and find out more information on our website! SHINE bright!  Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss new episodes! See what we're up to on Facebook/Instagram and find more information on our website. SHINE bright!! Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss new episodes! See what we're up to on Facebook/Instagram and find more information on our website. SHINE bright!! Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss new episodes! See what we're up to on Facebook/Instagram and find more information on our website. SHINE bright!!

    41 min
  5. The New Era of Librarians: Story Time to Makerspace with Amy Heaton

    05/03/2024

    The New Era of Librarians: Story Time to Makerspace with Amy Heaton

    Hanging with Ms. Heather: Let’s chat preschool and Early childhood.         Episode 4: The New Era of Librarians: Story Time to Makerspace with Amy Heaton Amy Heaton is the Head of Children's Services at Rust Library (and basically a celebrity to me because LIBRARIANS RULE)! Rust Library is a branch of the Loudoun County Public Library and a quick walk from the preschool.  In this episode, Ms. Amy shares her background and how she became a librarian. She also shares amazing resources for children's songs and story time content as well as inside information on Rust Library's Early Childhood story times and other events! Rust Library:  ·         Website- Rust Library (loudoun.gov)/Summer Story Time: Summer Reading Program (loudoun.gov) ·         Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?app_id=776730922422337&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2F352092484273&display=popup&ref=embed_page&src=page   Mentions: ·         Stuff You Should Know Podcast: Episodes (stuffyoushouldknow.com) ·         Jbrary: Jbrary - Tune in for Storytime Success ·         Jim Gill: Jim Gill - Musician, Author & Child Development Specialist ·        Story Time Solidarity: Home - Storytime Solidarity Books: A Hungry Lion by Lucy Ruth CumminsWho's Moon is That by Kim Krans  Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool ·        Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com) ·         IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg ·         FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg     Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to catch new episodes! See what we’re up to on Facebook/Instagram and find out more information on our website! SHINE bright!  Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss new episodes! See what we're up to on Facebook/Instagram and find more information on our website. SHINE bright!! Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss new episodes! See what we're up to on Facebook/Instagram and find more information on our website. SHINE bright!!

    26 min
  6. Parenting isn't perfect: Embrace the mess and cherish the awesome with Mamas and Messes' Lauren Isler

    03/25/2024

    Parenting isn't perfect: Embrace the mess and cherish the awesome with Mamas and Messes' Lauren Isler

    Hanging with Ms. Heather: Let’s chat preschool and Early childhood.         Episode 3: Parenting is messy! Embrace the mess and celebrate the awesome with Mamas and Messes’ Lauren Isler. Lauren and Sara created Mamas and Messes to help other families who are new to Loudoun County find amazing things to do around town. Their inside scoop on local happenings and relatable approach to parenting have created quite a following. Join Lauren and I as we chat about adulting, teaching, pivoting and embracing our wonderfully messy parenting journeys. Mamas and Messes:  ·         Website- Home - Mamas and Messes ·         IG- @mamasandmesses • Instagram photos and videos   Mentions: ·         Chaos with Cara: CARA 💥realistic mom life & toddler activities (@chaoswithcara) • Instagram photos and videos ·         Teach, Talk, Inspire: Teach Talk Inspire - A Teaching Blog ·         Armchair Expert: Armchair Expert (armchairexpertpod.com) ·         Crime Junkie: Crime Junkie Podcast   Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool ·         Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com) ·         IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg ·         FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg     Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to catch new episodes! See what we’re up to on Facebook/Instagram and find out more information on our website! SHINE bright!  Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss new episodes! See what we're up to on Facebook/Instagram and find more information on our website. SHINE bright!!

    43 min
  7. Postnatal must haves with Candy from Like A Sister

    02/19/2024

    Postnatal must haves with Candy from Like A Sister

    Candy is one half of Like A Sister, founded alongside her real-life sister, Tiffany Miller. They use their backgrounds - Certified Lactation Counselor (Candy), trained postpartum doula (Tiffany) and new parent educators (both of them) to support new and expecting families of all kinds as they learn how to make the right choices for their unique family.  Candy and Tiffany believe everyone needs a "sister" by their side to offer evidence-based information, non-judgmental and inclusive support as they learn how to parent. Like A Sister’s services are offered virtually, and they support clients around the world.  Like A Sister:  ·         Website- http://www.likeasistersupport.com/ ·         FB and IG- @likeasistersupport ·         Email: likeasistercontact@gmail.com ·         Membership: https://likeasistersupport.com/become-a-member/   Mentions: ·         Kids Eat in Color: @Kids.eat.in.color  ·         Busy Toddler: @busytoddler   Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool ·         Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com) ·         IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg ·         FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss new episodes! See what we're up to on Facebook/Instagram and find more information on our website. SHINE bright!!

    39 min
  8. Hanging with Little Hands Pediatric Therapy

    01/22/2024

    Hanging with Little Hands Pediatric Therapy

    Kelli Atangan is the owner and lead speech language pathologist at Little Hands Pediatric Therapy. In this episode, we learn what Speech and Language pathologists/Occupational therapists do and what role they play in Early childhood education. Kelli also details when to seek an evaluation, what an evaluation will look like and how their clients receive therapy. You don’t want to miss this inside scoop!  Little Hands Pediatric Therapy:  ·         Website- https://littlehandspediatrictherapy.com/ ·         IG- https://www.instagram.com/littlehandspediatrictherapy/ ·         FB- https://www.facebook.com/SpeechTherapyAshburn/     Mentions: ·         Cari Ebert- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/slp-talk-show/id1616911064 ·         Better With Dr. Stefanie- https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/better-with-dr-stephanie/id1479074542 ·         Everyday Wellness- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-wellness/id1435214303   Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool: ·         Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com) ·         IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg ·         FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss new episodes! See what we're up to on Facebook/Instagram and find more information on our website. SHINE bright!!

    24 min
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About

Hanging with Ms. Heather is a podcast dedicated to all things Early Childhood related! Join us as we interview guests who specialize in varying aspects of life with a zero to five-year old! Your host, Heather Gonzalez, is a wife, mom of 4 boys and the director of the award-winning Great Beginnings Preschool in Northern Viriginia. She is passionate about Early Childhood Education and Music and cannot wait to chat!

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  • Creator
    Heather Gonzalez
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Hanging with Ms. Heather
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