A simple tweak in how we talk to kids about emotions can transform those frustrating moments into genuine connection.

When children lack the vocabulary for their emotions, they face the same barrier as trying to communicate in a foreign language. Kristina Lucia, an award-winning author and illustrator who creates books about feelings, discovered firsthand how learning to name and express emotions changed her relationships.

Join us this week to discover why vulnerability isn't weakness, how to meet children at their level (literally and figuratively), and practical ways to expand emotional vocabulary for the whole family. Most importantly, you'll learn how small adjustments in communication create space for deeper understanding and stronger connections.

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Finding the balance between gentle parenting and building resilience in our kids is a huge challenge, often resulting in unintentional perfectionism on our part as parents. But could this perfectionism be having a deeper impact on your child’s development?

I’m speaking to Lisa Chan, a former pediatric occupational therapist turned parent coach, to explore how we can support our children's emotional development without falling into the perfectionism trap. Lisa brings over a decade of experience working with kids who have autism, ADHD, and sensory challenges, and she shares why she made the shift from therapy to parent coaching.

Tune in this week as Lisa shares practical strategies for understanding your child's unique needs, whether it's sensory input, executive functioning challenges, or emotional regulation struggles.

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How do we help our young children with their handwriting? And in this digital age where everyone’s learning on an iPad, is it even necessary for children to be practicing their handwriting skills?

School-based occupational therapist Dr. Christina Bretz believes handwriting remains a crucial skill for children’s cognitive development, even in our digital age.

Listen in this week to learn the research that proves the importance of children learning handwriting, and practical strategies for teaching handwriting.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://planningplaytime.com/102