By Jill Lerman
The podcast currently has 27 episodes available.
Ever found yourself asking, “What do I even do with this child all day?” Play with babies and young toddlers can be particularly confusing and overwhelming. In this episode, Jill discusses play in the early days and shares simple, creative tips and insights to enhance your little one’s playtime experience right from the start.
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In this episode, we dive into playdates! Whether you’re a seasoned parent or new to the playdate scene, Jill has you covered with essential tips to ensure these gatherings are enjoyable for everyone involved.
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, feel less burnt out and overwhelmed and feel more joy and connection. Click here to join!
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Have mornings gotten exponentially more difficult since the start of school? If you feel like your mornings are total chaos, you are not alone. On today's episode, Jill shares some practical tips that can help to set you up for a more successful morning routine.
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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, feel less burnt out and overwhelmed and feel more joy and connection. Click here to join!
On today’s episode, Jill talks about the start of the school year, a huge transition that all children manage differently, even if they’ve been in school before. It’s not uncommon for this time to feel particularly stressful, so you won’t want to miss these simple tips you can implement to help the start of the year go smoothly.
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On today’s episode, Jill chats with Katie Matthews, a mindfulness practitioner who started her journey at just 2.5 years old. Fast forward to today, after years of honing her skills, getting certified, and teaching, Katie is launching her own wellness brand. Her programs are a holistic approach to mindfulness, based on nutrition, mindset, movement and rest.
We cover so much in this conversation: how to insert a little more mindfulness into your life even as a busy parent, regulation techniques for your child and you, why they’re so important, and so much more.
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You can learn more about Kate, and her mindfulness programs and community Basecamp for life here.
Check out Katie’s podcast, The Motherdrive, here.
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On today’s episode, Jill talks about screen time and kids: how to find balance and create healthy habits around screen time, how much is too much, and how to start to make a change if you’re feeling like your child is using devices more than you’d like them to be.
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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!
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Starting school is a huge transition, and it can feel incredibly overwhelming for both your child and you. Jill has helped hundreds of families navigate this transition as a preschool teacher, and has gone through it herself as a parent. In this episode, she shares some strategies and tips that can help take the stress out of the start of school.
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The Starting School Strategies Masterclass will provide you with 60 minutes of simple tools so you can start school smoothly. In addition to the class itself, you’ll also receive a PDF filled with additional resources, including a reading list to help prepare your child for this transition, an after-school prep plan, and more. Grab it here!
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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On today’s episode, Jill chats with Catherine Lessman, an Early Childhood Development Specialist and mom to three boys. Her business, Miss Catherine, supports families as they navigate the early years of childhood.
We cover so much in this conversation: potty training, poop struggles, tips for simplifying life and parent intentionally with three boys under 6, mom guilt and overwhelm, why an individualized approach is a necessity when working with children, and SO much more.
This is a can’t-miss episode, especially for anyone who is struggling with potty training. Catherine is the real deal, and one of her tips in the episode was instrumental in Jill’s success potty training her daughter.
Featured on the Podcast: You can learn more about Catherine, her individualized potty training services and the other services she offers to support families, by clicking here.
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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On today’s episode, Jill talks about building collaboration and problem-solving skills through play, dodging perfectionism, and building resilience through play.
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Want to work with me privately and be the parent you’ve always wanted to be? Book a discovery call to get started!
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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The summer is in full swing and it’s such a fun time of year to share with your children: traveling, special events & adventures and…. meltdowns. If you’ve ever felt so excited to share something fun with your child and it does NOT go the way you imagined, today’s episode is for you. Jill shares WHY this happens, and what you can do to help.
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Want to work with me privately and be the parent you’ve always wanted to be? Book a discovery call to get started!
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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The podcast currently has 27 episodes available.