Are You Doing Play “Right”? What Toddlers Actually Need to Learn & Develop with Tania Johnson (Institute of Child Psychology) | Ep. 141

If you’ve ever questioned whether your child is getting enough play, the right kind of play, or if you should be doing more, this episode is going to take a huge weight off your shoulders.

In this episode, we break down what actually matters when it comes to play in the toddler years, so you can stop overthinking it and start feeling confident in what you’re already doing!

In this episode, we cover:

•  What “play” really looks like for 12–24 month olds 
•  Why play is critical for brain development, learning, and connection 
•  How much play toddlers actually need each day 
•  The different types of child-led play (and why they matter) 
•  A deep dive into screen time and electronic play 
•  Do kids need constant narration (like Miss Rachel), or can we relax? 
•  The best types of toys and materials for this age 
•  How to set up a simple, functional play space (even in small homes) 
•  Why boredom is actually a good thing for kids 
•  The biggest misconceptions about toddler play

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