I’m a mom, stepmom, and theatre educator helping exhausted parents access their inner creative playfulness for more connection and joy. No messy crafts, complicated setups, or sensory bins here! Just simple, silly moments that bring your family back together through laughter. My short weekly emails share reflections from real life and a simple invitation you can try for yourself or with your kids.
Yeah. Not doing that.
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“Yeah. Not doing that.” That was a comment I got on a recent reel where my play therapist pal and I showed playful ways for overstimulated parents to reset. I’m used to the haters coming out, especially when a video goes viral, but there was something about this comment that made me feel kind of sad. I took it to say, “I’m too cool for that. You look stupid.” Now, I’m a theatre person. I’m really comfortable being and looking silly. But I also know all too well the pressure we can feel to look and act “cool.” And when someone talks like that it can take me right back to middle school. One of the most beautiful things about becoming a mom has been that I care so much less… …so much less that I now publicly act a fool on the internet to inspire other parents to be more playful! Do I look silly? Yes. And it makes my kid — and me — laugh. That’s about as “cool” as it gets, if you ask me. So if you’re holding back being silly because it makes you feel insecure, I really do understand. But pushing past that and embracing your silly side… …that’s where the best moments with our kids live. Speaking of silly… I’m excited to announce my latest creation: Laughing All the Way — an advent calendar with 25 creative, silly holiday play prompts!🎄 I know the holiday season can feel stressful and busy for families. This is an easy and fun way to be intentional about making time for laughter and connection. Tap here to grab it (for just $9.99!) before it’s released to the rest of the world… because you’re special. ;)
If you don’t celebrate Christmas, stay tuned for another fun resource coming soon! And my invitation for you this week: Reflect on times in your life you felt like you had to be “cool.” How has parenting changed that — or made you want to change it? Love, Mia P.S. If you’d rather not get reminders about the holiday calendar but want to keep receiving my weekly emails, just tap here! |
Playful Heart Parenting
I’m a mom, stepmom, and theatre educator helping exhausted parents access their inner creative playfulness for more connection and joy. No messy crafts, complicated setups, or sensory bins here! Just simple, silly moments that bring your family back together through laughter. My short weekly emails share reflections from real life and a simple invitation you can try for yourself or with your kids.
I turned 39 yesterday. Here’s what I’m taking with me into my last year of my 30s… …and what I’d like to leave behind! TAKING WITH ME (Or prioritizing if I’ve let it slip lately) • Games at mealtimes (Plot Twist is still a hit with my son!) • Being my authentic, comfy, messy self online • Laughing more with my husband (not just with the kids) • Trying at least one silly little thing a day (lately I’ve been pulling from my own Little Moments collection) • Telling my kids how much I love...
My fam was in town this past weekend. My sweet son turned four(!!) and my mom, sis, and dad flew out to celebrate. We packed a lot in and while sometimes quick visits like this can feel stressful, this was a great weekend full of moments that helped everyone laugh and loosen up so I want to share them with you now! 1- Name That (Minion) Tune We sang songs like the minions from “despicable me” and it’s literally so fun for all ages (even grandpa played) - tip, just sing the syllables...
The other night, I caught myself thinking something that wasn’t true. It had been one of those tricky days. The older two were bickering. My son was being too rough with the baby (my biggest trigger). I lost my temper. But then dinner shifted everything. Just me and the kids, waiting for my husband, connecting through my favorite way: collaborative storytelling. (We each tell a few sentences, then say “popcorn!” to pass it on.) That night’s story was called Nigel and the Beast 😂 Quick...