Ep. 49: Navigating the Toddler Years: Expert Advice with Cara Tyrell of Core4Parenting
Release Date: 03/28/2025
Ep. 71: Am I The Asshole Parenting Edition
The Art of Playful Parenting
On today’s episode, Jill dives into the chaotic world of parenting drama with a special “Am I the Asshole?” edition. She reads AITA posts and gives her unfiltered, unsolicited two cents. So who's right and who's wrong? Tune in and judge for yourself. Want to work with Jill privately? The Playful Parenting Membership is HERE! You’ll learn about foundational developmental concepts and age-appropriate play fundamentals , how to create simple, engaging, meaningful play experiences your child will WANT to explore, feel less burnt out and overwhelmed and feel more joy and connection. Ready...
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Ep. 70: The Advice I’d Give Any Expecting Mom
The Art of Playful Parenting
In this episode, Jill, currently expecting baby #2, shares heartfelt, practical advice for parents preparing to welcome a child. Drawing on insights from past guests and her own experiences, she reflects on what really matters during this transition and what she wishes she knew the first time around. Whether you're newly pregnant or deep in the countdown, this episode offers encouragement, honesty, and wisdom for the journey ahead. Want to work with Jill privately? The Playful Parenting Membership is HERE! You’ll learn about foundational developmental concepts and age-appropriate play...
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Ep. 69: The After-School Meltdown: What Restraint Collapse Really Means
The Art of Playful Parenting
Ever wondered why your child holds it together all day at school, only to come home and fall apart? You're not alone. In this episode, Jill dives into restraint collapse, a common but often misunderstood response in young children. We’ll explore why this happens, how parents can recognize the signs, and practical strategies to support your child (and yourself) during those tough transitions. Get the Starting School Strategies Masterclass by clicking . Want to work with Jill privately? The Playful Parenting Membership is HERE! You’ll learn about foundational developmental concepts and...
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Ep. 68: Stop Asking Dr. Google — Ask a Mom Who's a Doctor with My Pediatrician Friend
The Art of Playful Parenting
In this episode, Jill is joined by moms and pediatricians Brooke, Hadley, and Saskia, the trio behind My Pediatrician Friend. Born from a constant stream of texts and calls from friends seeking trusted medical advice, their platform was created to offer something more personal and reliable than internet searches or crowded parenting forums. Together, we dive into the real highs and lows of motherhood, the overwhelm and misinformation of online health information, and how to quiet some of the anxiety that comes with caring for our kids. Tune in for honest conversation, practical wisdom, and a...
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Ep. 67: 3 Tips for a Smooth Start of the School Year from a Former Preschool Teacher
The Art of Playful Parenting
The school year is here and whether you're a parent, teacher, or caregiver, the transition from summer to school can be A LOT. In this episode, Jill shares three tips to help ease the shift, drawn from her experience as a former preschool teacher. Get the Starting School Strategies Masterclass by clicking . Want to work with Jill privately? The Playful Parenting Membership is HERE! You’ll learn about foundational developmental concepts and age-appropriate play fundamentals , how to create simple, engaging, meaningful play experiences your child will WANT to explore, feel less burnt out and...
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Ep. 66: Tiny Talks with my Four Year Old
The Art of Playful Parenting
In this heartwarming and hilarious episode, Jill is joined by her favorite guest to date- her four-year-old daughter! They dive into the world as she sees it and the surprising wisdom only a preschooler could come up with. You won't want to miss this one! Want to work with Jill privately? The Playful Parenting Membership is HERE! You’ll learn about foundational developmental concepts and age-appropriate play fundamentals , how to create simple, engaging, meaningful play experiences your child will WANT to explore, feel less burnt out and overwhelmed and feel more joy and connection. Ready...
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Ep. 65: Helping Young Kids Navigate A Move (and Other Large Life Transitions)
The Art of Playful Parenting
In this episode, Jill dives into something she’s currently experiencing firsthand: helping young children navigate big life transitions, specifically, moving to a new home. Change can feel overwhelming for little ones (and, let’s be honest, for us parents too). Jill will share practical, manageable tips for creating a sense of safety and stability through the chaos of a large transition, ways to talk about change in age-appropriate language, and how to honor their big feelings while managing our own. Let’s make this transition feel a little more grounded for all of us. Want to work with...
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Ep. 64: How To Not Screw Our Kids Up with Mental Health Therapists Mackenzie & Myranda from Just Don’t Eff Them Up Podcast
The Art of Playful Parenting
In this raw and uncensored conversation, Jill sits down with Mackenzie and Myranda, licensed mental health therapists, moms, and hosts of the podcast Just Don’t Eff Them Up to talk all things parental mental health. Together, they dive into the emotional trenches of parenting, explore how our own unhealed traumas show up in the way we raise our kids, and share real strategies for doing the inner work so we can break cycles (and not our children). It's honest, hilarious, and healing. You can learn more about Mackenzie and Myranda and Just Don’t Eff Them Up Podcast . Want to work with Jill...
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Ep. 63: Why Respectful Parenting Feels Like It’s Not Working
The Art of Playful Parenting
Does it ever feel like you're doing all the "right" things in parenting: staying calm, setting boundaries with love, offering choices, validating big feelings and yet… it still feels so hard? You’re not alone. In this episode, Jill pulls back the curtain and gets real about what it means to parent respectfully. She’ll dive into what respectful parenting doesn’t promise, what it actually looks like in real life, and why hard moments don’t mean you’re failing. This is your reminder that doing it “right” doesn’t mean it’s always easy and that’s okay. Want to work...
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Ep. 62: “Who Bought This?!” Play Fails & Toy Disasters
The Art of Playful Parenting
In this episode, Jill dives into the hilarious world of play gone wrong. Think the absolute worst toys kids have ever unwrapped, the glitter you're still finding two years later, and when things just go totally different than you envisioned. If you’ve ever had a rogue LEGO injury, this episode is for you! Want to work with Jill privately? The Playful Parenting Membership is HERE! You’ll learn about foundational developmental concepts and age-appropriate play fundamentals , how to create simple, engaging, meaningful play experiences your child will WANT to explore, feel less burnt...
info_outlineIn this episode, Jill is joined by Cara Tyrell, a Vermont-based Early Childhood Educator, mom of three girls, and the founder of Core4Parenting. Through her work, including keynotes, teacher training, and her top-ranking podcast Transforming the Toddler Years, Cara helps families and educators foster the 5 essential Executive Functioning Skills kids need to thrive in today's world. Tune in for insightful tips and strategies for navigating the toddler years with compassion, collaboration, and connection.
Check out Cara’s podcast, Transforming the Toddler Years.
Learn more about Cara's courses, resources, professional development offerings, and coaching programs here.
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