# Where You’re Rooted: Understanding DIR/Floortime and Why It Matters

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Podcast: [Rooted in Connection: Where Relationship Moves us Forward](https://stenobird.com/podcast/rooted-in-connection-where-relationship-moves-us-forward-7616071)
Published: 2026-02-10T17:11:09+00:00
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## Resource

In this first episode of Where You’re Rooted , Erin shares her journey into DIR/Floortime and explores why this relationship-based model became central to how she understands development, communication, and feeding. Erin breaks down the foundations of DIR/Floortime, shares clinical stories, and reflects on how connection, emotional safety, and individual differences shape growth in children. This episode invites listeners to look beyond strategies and consider how relationships influence learning, regulation, and meaningful engagement. If you are curious about DIR/Floortime and want to learn more head to ICDL.com

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