How to Curate Outside Toys and Backyard Play to Increase Your Child's Outdoor Play [From the Archives]
[From the Archives] This episode was originally aired on July 15th, 2022.
Spending time outdoors is real food for the soul, real food for the senses, as it nourishes the young child’s senses. Spending time outside helps your child breathe deeply and be better regulated.
Nature reduces overwhelm and eases tension. It will bring your child to a calm peaceful state. One of the great benefits of being out in nature is that it also gives your child time away from screens, and makes it possible for them to intimately reconnect with themselves.
Join me in this episode as I talk about the Foundational senses, outdoor activities that strengthen these senses, and how you can create an outdoor play area in your own backyard with toys that you curate that will interest your child and encourage them to spend hours in play outside.
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I'm Struggling to Get a Break Because My Child Won’t Play Alone
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In this episode, we revisit a mom I coached in the January 21st episode, where she shared how her daughter’s whining and lack of sleep were wearing her down. She begins with an update on what has changed since then before we dive into another challenge she’s facing—her daughter’s struggle with independent play.
She longs for more breathing room in her day, but instead, every moment feels like a demand for her attention. Whether it’s wanting to be entertained, needing constant engagement, or refusing to play alone, the weight of being in a constant out-breath is leaving her drained.
We explore ways to support her daughter so that she can begin to play more independently.
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How Long Should Potty Training Take?
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In this episode, I speak with a mom of two who’s feeling stuck in the potty training process with her 4-year-old. While her son is making progress, there’s one piece that just isn’t clicking—and it’s beginning to wear on her patience. We also talk about co-sleeping plus how to know when her 4-year-old is ready for a full day at school. Together, we explore how to meet his needs during this challenging, yet important time of transition.
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Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast and on this website is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your doctor or a qualified healthcare provider with any questions regarding a medical condition. Never ignore or delay seeking professional medical guidance based on information from this podcast or website.
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How Do I Create a Rhythm When Every Day Feels Unpredictable?
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In this episode, I speak with a mom of three who is navigating life with a high-energy toddler, a newborn, and homeschooling her oldest. She longs for more calm in her day but finds herself constantly pulled in different directions—nursing on demand, keeping up with household tasks, and trying to maintain a rhythm that worked before her baby was born. She’s searching for a way to bring more balance into her days while meeting the unique needs of all three of her children. We explore shifts she can make within her day to support her toddler’s high energy, reduce screentime, and invite more balance into her days.
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Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast and on this website is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your doctor or a qualified healthcare provider with any questions regarding a medical condition. Never ignore or delay seeking professional medical guidance based on information from this podcast or website.
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How Much Should I Push My Child?
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In this episode, I speak with a mom of one navigating the delicate balance of encouraging her dreamy 9-year-old toward more independence without pushing too hard. As her child moves through the 9-year change, she’s noticing resistance, slow transitions, and moments that trigger her own frustrations. Together, we explore how to gently support independence while honoring her child’s natural pace.
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Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast and on this website is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your doctor or a qualified healthcare provider with any questions regarding a medical condition. Never ignore or delay seeking professional medical guidance based on information from this podcast or website.
Every Tuesday, step into the office of parenting expert Chinyelu Kunz and listen in on real, recorded parenting coaching sessions as she guides each parent toward uncovering the root of their parenting challenge. In sessions with parents, Chinyelu navigates the range of parenting challenges from tantrums and sibling struggles to building rhythm and finding inner confidence in parenting. Each episode offers a window into the real-life experiences of parents just like you. Here, you’ll find pieces of your own story echoed in the experiences of others; a comforting reminder that you are not alone on this journey.
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