✨ New Episode of Playful Beginnings ✨

How Children Experience the Holidays — and How Adults Can Support Them

The holidays can be magical… and overwhelming. For children, big changes in routine, emotions, expectations, and stimulation can show up as joy and struggle.

In this episode, we explore: 🎄 Why even “happy” holidays can be hard for kids 🎄 How children communicate overwhelm through behavior 🎄 What parents, teachers, and play therapists can do to support regulation and connection 🎄 How a child-centered play therapy lens helps us respond with empathy instead of urgency

If you’ve ever wondered “Why is this so hard for my child right now?”—this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen in, share with a fellow caregiver or educator, and follow along for more child-centered insights that support real-life moments.