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The Art of Playful Parenting

Jill Lerman
Playful Parenting
Parenting
Play
Independent Play
Emotional Regulation
Sensory Processing
Sensory Play
Trauma
Screen Time
Routine
Child Development
Co-Regulation
Jill Lerman
Nervous System
Behavioral Psychology
Mindfulness
Toy Rotation
Movement and Regulation
Play Prompts
Halloween

Ever wish you had access to a play and parenting coach who could help you feel less overwhelmed and burnt out and more empowered as a parent? That's what you experience once a week by listening to The Art of Playful Parenting Podcast hosted by Jill Lerman. With 15 years of experience working with young children and their families, Jill brings an informed perspective and wealth of simple strategies... more

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In this solo episode of The Art of Playful Parenting, Jill explores why play isn't just something children do, but one of the most powerful parenting tools we have. Through a relatable story about helping her daughter navigate a difficult transition,... more

In this episode of The Art of Playful Parenting, Jill explores one of the biggest questions parents ask: Is this misbehavior, or is my child trying to communicate a need?

Through real-life examples, she unpacks what may be underneath common behavio... more

In this episode of The Art of Playful Parenting, Jill shares the lessons that followed her home from her days as a preschool teacher and shaped the way she approaches parenting today.

She discusses:

• Why children's behavior is communication

... more

In this episode of The Art of Playful Parenting, Jill welcomes her first dad guest, Jeff Hittner, executive coach, founder of Ambitious Dads, and father of two boys.

Together, they explore what it means to redefine fatherhood, balance ambition with... more

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Jeff Hittner
Executive coach, leadership expert, founder of Ambitious Dads
Ambitious Dads
Episode: Ep. 96: The Modern Dad: Balancing Ambition, Presence, & Playful Parenting with Jeff Hittner
Beth Rosenbleeth
Creator behind Days with Grey, focuses on simplifying daily routines and play
Days with Grey
Episode: Ep. 92: Simplifying Playful Parenting with Beth Rosenbleeth from @DayswithGrey
Jenny Friedman
Mom of three, expert in extreme picky eating and aphrid and author
Feeding Picky Eaters (Instagram)
Episode: Ep. 88: The Truth About Picky Eating with Jenny Friedman of @feedingpickyeaters
Lynn Hazan Bush
Blogger turned health and wellness coach; mother of three
Shuva Wellness
Episode: Ep. 84: It's the Damn Phones: Why Moms Feel So Overwhelmed with Lynn Hazan Bush
Blanche Buchwald
Occupational Therapist, founder of Wonder Kids Therapy Center
Wonder Kids Therapy Center
Episode: Ep. 80: Why Your Child's Behavior Isn't Misbehavior: Understanding Sensory Processing with OT Blanche Buchwald
Jodi Klaristenfeld
Founder of Flrrish, NICU mom and parenting coach
Flrrish
Episode: Ep. 72: Navigating Life After the NICU with Jodi Klaristenfeld of Flrrish
Elyssa Smith
Trauma-informed life strategist with a history of overcoming trauma; helps women heal their inner child and reparent themselves
Self-employed / Coaching practice
Episode: Ep. 61: Healing the Inner Child: Perfectionism, Parenting, & Trauma Recovery with Elyssa Smith

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Jill Lerman
Host of The Art of Playful Parenting Podcast

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Ep. 96: The Modern Dad: Balancing Ambition, Presence, & Playful Parenting with Jeff Hittner
Q: What practical steps can a dad take to start changing his relationship with his kids today?
Start by entering the child's world, engaging in shared activities, repairing after missteps, and modeling emotional regulation and vulnerability as a normal part of parenting.
Ep. 96: The Modern Dad: Balancing Ambition, Presence, & Playful Parenting with Jeff Hittner
Q: What are the main gaps you see in how dads are supported today?
The gaps include work-life balance, confidence, lack of role models, weak brotherhood networks, co-parenting tensions, and a lack of long-term vision for parenting—areas he actively works to address through programs and community.
Ep. 96: The Modern Dad: Balancing Ambition, Presence, & Playful Parenting with Jeff Hittner
Q: How has becoming a father changed your view of success and leadership?
Fatherhood has made him more patient and, more importantly, taught him to regulate his emotions and connect with his kids emotionally, which translates into more effective leadership and coaching.
Ep. 92: Simplifying Playful Parenting with Beth Rosenbleeth from @DayswithGrey
Q: What does a practical, low-effort play routine look like for busy families?
Beth emphasizes using existing materials, a consistent but flexible time window (like a breakfast-connection in the kitchen), and short, focused prompts that seed longer play; the goal is to be present and facilitative, not controlling, so play naturally evolves.
Ep. 88: The Truth About Picky Eating with Jenny Friedman of @feedingpickyeaters
Q: Can you tell us how you got into pediatric nutrition and how your work intersects with family life?
Jenny explains she shifted from working with adults to kids, found barriers to eating beyond simply telling parents what to feed, and pursued extreme picky eating and sensory-related food anxieties as a focus, which now informs her approach as a mom of three.

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The listening audience appears to be parents seeking practical, low-effort strategies to support children's development through play, routine, and emotional connection. Episodes routinely emphasize staying present, pairing play with learning, and navigating common parenting challenges with empathy, flexibility, and repair. A consistent thread is transforming everyday moments into opportunities for independence, emotional regulation, and parent-child connection, often through simple prompts, open-ended play, and mindful routines. Notably, the show tends to blend personal anecdotes with evidence-informed concepts, sometimes incorporating guest expertise on topics like sensory processing, picky eating, and classroom-informed play strategies. F... more

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