Jenna Dicks
Jenna Dicks
Parenting Play Pretend Struggles: Cracking the Code of Toddler Imagination
Parenting Play Pretend Struggles: Cracking the Code of Toddler Imagination
Parenting Play Pretend Struggles: Cracking the Code of Toddler Imagination
Friday 11th August 2023
Jenna Dicks shares her honest take on the challenges of toddler imaginative play, offering practical tips and empathy for fellow parents.
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Episode Overview
- Acknowledging the highs, lows, and guilt of engaging in imagination play with toddlers
- Empathizing with parents and emphasizing the need to give oneself grace in parenting
- Offering practical tips for finding activities that both the parent and child enjoy
- Highlighting the importance of stimulating a child's imagination in ways that resonate with the parent
- Creating a supportive space for parents to feel understood and supported in their parenting journey
We need to have the strength to let go of that guilt that may attach. May we find peace in knowing our efforts, even if they're small, shape our children and do more good, I think, than we will ever realize.
Feeling like the worst parent because you dread playing pretend with your toddler? You're definitely not alone. In this episode of 'Ramblings of an Addict', Jenna Dicks tackles the often unspoken struggle of engaging in imaginative play with little ones. With her trademark honesty, Jenna shares her own ups and downs, including the guilt that can come with not always enjoying these moments.
She emphasizes that it's okay to feel this way and offers practical tips to make playtime more enjoyable for both parents and kids. From finding mutual activities to sparking your child's creativity in ways that resonate with you, Jenna's advice is both relatable and actionable. This episode is a comforting reminder that parenting is tough, but you're doing your best. Tune in for a dose of empathy, humor, and practical guidance.