Do you get freaked out by a mess? If so, you're not alone! But messy play is vital & incredibly beneficial for young children, & the sensory integration it provides is a developmental need. So what's a parent to do? On today's episode, Jill talks about why messy play is important and shares her tried and true tips to make messy play feel less overwhelming and stressful for you.

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On today’s episode, Jill reflects on her daughter’s first year of preschool as the school year concludes, as well as some tips and ideas for having a less stressful summer!

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The Playful Parenting Membership is HERE! You’ll learn about foundational developmental concepts and age-appropriate play fundamentals , how to create simple, engaging, meaningful play experiences your child will WANT to explore, and feel less burnt out and overwhelmed. Click here to join!

Want to work with me privately and be the parent you’ve always wanted to be? Book a discovery call to get started!

Want all the fun this summer and none of the stress? Check out my summer bucketlist!

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On this week’s episode, Jill is in conversation with Donna Kleyman from Grow and Go PT. Donna is a pediatric physical therapist focused on empowering families to tackle physical health & development through play, positioning, and functional products. She works with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in her private practice. She’s also a mom of two.

We cover SO much in this conversation: what parents should look for in terms of their child’s physical development, when to seek an evaluation vs. “wait and see,” why child-led play is so important, saying yes as a parent, and why you should “go wash your face” before you do anything else.

This is a fun, can’t-miss episode, especially for anyone who is struggling with or has questions about their child’s physical development.

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Work with Dr. Donna: To learn more about Dr. Donna and her services, check out her website https://www.growandgopt.com/ or find her on Instagram.

The Playful Parenting Membership is HERE! You’ll learn about foundational developmental concepts and age-appropriate play fundamentals , how to create simple, engaging, meaningful play experiences your child will WANT to explore, and feel less burnt out and overwhelmed. Click here to join!

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