This is motherhood in the early years, simplified
Ever wondered if there was an easier approach to days at home with young children?
The more you scroll social media, the easier it is to become burdened by information, rather than enlightened. It’s easy to feel guilty for not doing enough or frustrated by the sheer expectations of what motherhood in the early years should be.
Here is the good news...
You don’t have to sacrifice all to be a ‘good mother’
You don’t have to create Pinterest worthy crafts
You don’t need to have a play space worthy of a magazine spread
Simple, Intentional Guidance for Mothers
This is a play-centred approach to motherhood in the early years
You might be wondering, why play? Surely that will add more to my plate, rather than less? But here’s the thing:
Children learn through play.
And no, this is not the Instagram perfect version of play but real, child-led play.
Play is the foundation on which young children grow.
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Step by Step Guides
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A three pillared approach
Learn how to raise your child with intentional rhythms, purposeful learning environments and play- centred educational philosophies so that you can design your own unique family roadmap
Hello, I'm Siân
Qualified teacher, researcher, wife and mother to three beautiful children aged between 4 and 13. My greatest passion is guiding mothers through the early years of childhood with my play-centred, rhythm-led approach to raising children.
I’m here to help you set your own distinct family roadmap so that you can establish your values and set a gentle rhythm that is perfect for both you and your family.
Here's what I know to be true:
Children are capable
You are your child's first teacher
Don't sacrifice everything
This Playful Home is not about parenting 'hacks' that provide temporary relief from the hard work of raising children: I'm committed to showing you how to cut through all the fluff, and all of the hacks, so that you don't have to aimlessly scroll social media for answers.
Recent Blog Posts:
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