In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Tina Payne Bryson, renowned parenting expert, to explore the power of play in child development and its role in fostering emotional and mental well-being. She shares practical tips for parents, including how to use play therapy to support anxious children, handle mom guilt, and create a screen-free, connection-focused environment at home. Dr. Bryson also discusses strategies for managing separation anxiety, cultivating playful parenting, and prioritizing quality time with your kids—even for busy working parents. Whether you're navigating the challenges of modern parenting or seeking deeper insights into child development, this conversation offers valuable advice you won’t want to miss.

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Timestamps:

• 00:00:00 - Introduction 
• 00:02:04 - The WHY behind the work 
• 00:04:56 - Child led play therapy 
• 00:10:09 - Play therapy tips for parents 
• 00:11:53 - Kelly’s experience with her children 
• 00:18:04 - Child development 
• 00:21:52 - Understanding anxious children 
• 00:25:34 - Play strategy for anxious children  
• 00:28:32 - Separation anxiety 
• 00:30:28 - Playfulness is safety 
• 00:33:15 - Advice for working parents 
• 00:38:06 - Handling mom guilt 
• 00:43:33 - Playful parenting strategies 
• 00:48:02 - Make yourself a mirror 
• 00:49:21 - Staying off your phone 
• 00:54:15 - Making someone feel like a priority 
• 01:00:30 - Narrate to integrate 
• 01:03:22 - Childhood memories 
• 01:05:55 - When kids are mean 
• 01:09:43 - Where to find Dr. Tina Bryson 

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