I'm a mom, stepmom, and theatre educator who helps parents connect with their children by accessing their silly side! No messy arts and crafts, complicated activities, or sensory bins here -- just easy, simple, silly moments to share as a family. Short weekly emails include free resources, exclusive discounts, inspiration, playful tips, and easy game ideas.
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 who helps parents connect with their children by accessing their silly side! No messy arts and crafts, complicated activities, or sensory bins here -- just easy, simple, silly moments to share as a family. Short weekly emails include free resources, exclusive discounts, inspiration, playful tips, and easy game ideas.
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