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More learning, more connection, more empathy

The world has changed in tremendous ways over the last few years.  As a society, we are experiencing a lack of connection which is leading to a lack of empathy.  I'm on a journey to help create more connection, more learning, and more empathy so we can leave this world a better place for our children.

Be kinder to yourself. And then, let your kindness flood the world.

5 No Fail Play Tools

5 No Fail play tools As a parent, you win some and you lose some. Luckily, these 5 play tools never fail me. We use affiliate links and may earn commission from purchases made through those links. Connect with us on Instagram for more! Here are some of our favorite ideas to get you started no matter how you’re child likes to play.   Warning: You know your children best.  If your child is still mouthing then provide appropriate supervision or wait until they have passed this phase as some ideas include materials that are deemed a choking hazard. When I had my first son, I didn’t recognize…

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12 Tape Activities for Babies & Toddlers

Tape Play activities Tape play in my house is always win win for me and the kids. We use affiliate links and may earn commission from purchases made through those links. Connect with us on Instagram for more! Here are some of our favorite ideas to get you started no matter how you’re child likes to play.   Warning: You know your children best.  If your child is still mouthing then provide appropriate supervision or wait until they have passed this phase as some ideas include materials that are deemed a choking hazard. I didn’t know tape play was a thing until I had my second son.  But it’s something…

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July 4th Activities for Toddlers and Preschoolers

Independence day activities Independence day can be a tough holiday to explain to young kids so it can be best to keep it simple. Independence day is our nation's birthday. Each year, we celebrate our freedom. We use affiliate links and may earn commission from purchases made through those links. Connect with us on Instagram for more! Here are some of our favorite ideas to get you started no matter how you’re child likes to play.   Warning: You know your children best.  If your child is still mouthing then provide appropriate supervision or wait until they have passed this phase as some ideas include materials that are…

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Baby and Toddler Milestones

Baby and Toddler Milestones How is my baby or toddler developing? By Thuy Petersen After three kids, I can tell you that you never stop assessing your child’s development.  The difference is, with my first child, I had no idea what to look for!  Since we reopened House Of Playful Soul (HOPS), we have met many parents more worried than ever about their child’s development.  The lock down and isolation created a lot of anxiety and worry for parents who were now unable to socialize their children, unsure of how to support their development and for some in the midst of also working full time remotely.  Many kids…

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