Maximizing Playtime - Less is More! Episode Summary: In today's extra-bite-sized podcast, we delve deeper into the world of play and its impact on child development. We explore how fewer, open-ended toys can enhance creativity, and discuss organizing play spaces, toy rotations, and the importance of tidying up with tots. Key Points: 1. Toys that Talk Le ... Show More
Oct 21
The Secret To Shorter, Fewer, and Less Intense Tantrums
Ever feel like your toddler’s tantrums come out of nowhere—and take forever to end? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, Dr. Cathryn shares a big-hearted, science-backed approach to handling tantrums that actually works.RESOURCESToddlers Made Easy online coursePotty Training Mad ... Show More
10m 17s
Oct 14
Help! My Child Will Only Poop In A Diaper
Your child pees on the potty without a problem, but when it's time to poop, they insist on a diaper. You've tried rewards, encouragement, and waiting it out. Nothing seems to work.In this episode, Dr. Cathryn explains why some toddlers refuse to poop on the potty and what you can ... Show More
7m 35s
Jun 2022
002: Let's Talk About Toys
<p>As moms, we are always trying to find ways to better our children's lives, and we all know children learn through play. So we think that if kids learn through play, and my job as a mom is to help my child learn, grow, and develop, then I will give them all the toys I can ... Show More
16m 7s
Nov 2024
2373: Why You Don't Need A Toy Room by Rose Lounsbury on Minimalism and Family & Parenting Advice
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2373: Rose Lounsbury shares her journey into minimalism by rethinking the need for a toy room, suggesting that children's p ... Show More
7m 20s
Apr 2020
Benefits of play for child development
Send us Fan MailIn today’s episode, we talk about play! There are so many opportunities for play with items around our home and Emma from @play_at_home_mummy has an Instagram account that beautifully illustrates this. We chat about setting up a playroom, different types of play, ... Show More
1h 6m
May 2022
The misconceptions about playtime and child development
In today’s episode I’m talking to Susie Allison, the woman behind Busy Toddler. As a former teacher and mom of 3 kids, she is an advocate for early childhood education and made it her mission to bring hands-on learning and play back to childhood, support others in their parenting ... Show More
46m 19s