In our latest podcast episode, I was joined by Emily McCue, pediatric occupational therapist and founder of Sticks & Sprouts, for a conversation about the power of nature-based play and how it supports children’s growth. Emily shares how her background in OT and passion for the outdoors led her to build a thriving program rooted in curiosity, exploration, and connection. We dive into why unstructured outdoor play matters, how nature helps kids regulate and develop confidence, and simple ways families can bring more outdoor moments into everyday life.