Most parents think play begins with dolls and pretend kitchens — but the earliest stages of play start long before that… and missing them could mean missing crucial communication growth. From nibbling on their fists, to peekaboo and pretend play -- your child’s first three years are full of small moments that build a BIG foundation. In this episode, Erin Hy ... Show More
Oct 6
Should My Toddler Be Talking More? Ep 172
Should my toddler be talking more?It’s an understandable question, but word count alone does not tell you how well your child is communicating.In this episode, I explain the developmental skills sitting underneath talking — including initiation, shared attention, turn-taking, and ... Show More
45m 59s
Sep 2024
Preparing your child for preschool using play
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, I chat with Connie about the critical aspects of preschool education, emphasizing the importance of play in child development. We explore the challenges children face in adapting to open-ended play, the significance of emotional regulation, a ... Show More
57m 47s
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