The Parent Thing

In this episode of The Parent Thing, we dive into the incredible power of play and how it shapes your child’s brain development, emotional intelligence, and overall well-being. Play isn’t just fun—it’s a crucial part of learning, emotional regulation, and social development. As a parent coach and Neuro-Somatic Intelligence practitioner, I break down the science behind play, the types of play that offer the most benefits, and practical ways to incorporate meaningful play into your child’s daily routine.

Discover how sensory play, rough-and-tumble play, pretend play, and social play contribute to cognitive growth, emotional resilience, and self-regulation. Plus, get expert-backed parenting tips on fostering a play-rich environment at home.

Tune in to learn:
✅ How play strengthens brain connections and supports emotional regulation
✅ The best types of play for cognitive and social-emotional development
✅ Simple, practical ways to encourage play in your child’s everyday life
✅ Why child-led play is essential for confidence and resilience
✅ How play helps children navigate emotions, build social skills, and develop problem-solving abilities

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Welcome Back to The Parent Thing!

Welcome to the new and improved "The Parent Thing", your ultimate resource for early childhood development, parenting strategies, and Neuro-Somatic Intelligence. In this reintroduction episode, your host, Tarryn, shares exciting updates about the podcast’s fresh direction and renewed mission to empower parents, educators, and caregivers.

If you're looking for:

Proven techniques to support emotional resilience and emotional intelligence in children

Insights into how the mind-body connection shapes behavior

Expert advice on fostering strong, healthy families

Tools to manage stress and build meaningful connections...

…then you’re in the right place!

In this episode, discover:

Why the podcast is evolving to include Neuro-Somatic Intelligence,

A personal story on how Neuro-Somatic Intelligence has helped Tarryn through a tough season,

What’s new, including guest interviews, actionable strategies, and

What to expect in upcoming episodes.

Whether you’re a parent, teacher, coach, or caregiver, this podcast will equip you with practical tools to nurture confident, emotionally intelligent kids while strengthening your own personal growth.

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Hello again friend!

One of my students broke my heart a few weeks ago. He told me that he was  sad because Mom and Dad fight a lot and don't get along well. He continued to say how he covers his ears when they fight. 

The emotional toll on him  is clear. Sadly, I can also tell- by his behavior- which of his parents has him for the week.

Divorce and separation are never easy. This I know personally because I lived it with my parents too.

If you are in this situation and struggle to communicate with the other parent, you have come to the right place!

I spoke to Co-parenting and divorce coach, Viviane Veraguth this week.   Some of the topics we discuss around divorce, separation, and co-parenting include:

• What exactly  co-parenting coaching entails?
• How to tell your children you are getting a divorce
• Helping your child work through the grief of separation
• Introducing new partners to your children
• Practical tips for parents when the situation is volatile
• Practical tips for parents to work together when raising their kiddos.

Books mentioned in the episode:

Parenting apart- Christina McGhee

My family's changing - Pat Thomas

Mom's house, Dad's house- Isolina Ricci

BIFF for co-parents- Bill Eddy

Other communication tools mentioned in the episode:

Our family wizard

Talking Parents

Next Steps:

Connect with me for a FREE 30-minute connect call:  https://theparentthing.myflodesk.com/freecoachingsession

Connect with Viviane: vivianeveraguth.com

This week I chat to Amber Cimiotti about how boredom is beneficial for kiddos.

Some things we talk about include:

• Boredom and instant gratification 

• What are some of the benefits of being bored? 

• What essential skills could be developed when a child is bored? 

• How do you balance a child being bored without having them get to a point of being destructive? 

• How do you balance making them play independently without them feeling ignored or neglected? 

• For kids who are given screens to alleviate boredom, how would you suggest introducing boredom? 

• What are some cues a parent could give children that say they are bored?

The chat was so insightful! Cheers to more bored kiddos!

Connect with Amber on Instagram and Facebook: @ciaoamberc