Did you know that “rough and tumble play” is associated with greater motor, cognitive, and emotional development in children? But it goes way beyond play wrestling!

Join Erica and Cassie to hear about all things rough and tumble. We will cover:

• What are the benefits of rough and tumble play?
• What constitutes rough and tumble play?
• What if I don’t want to or can’t wrestle with my kids?
• How do I keep myself and my child safe during rough and tumble play?

**Resources**

• The Art of Roughhousing: Good Old-Fashioned Horseplay and Why Every Kid Needs It by Anthony T. DeBenedet, M.D. and Lawrence J. Cohen, PhD (2011).
• Smith, P. K., & StGeorge, J. M. (2022). Play fighting (rough-and-tumble play) in children: developmental and evolutionary perspectives. International Journal of Play, 12(1), 113–126. https://doi.org/10.1080/21594937.2022.2152185
• Pellis, S. M., & Pellis, V. C. (2007). Rough-and-Tumble Play and the Development of the Social Brain. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 16(2), 95-98. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-8721.2007.00483.x
• Carlson, F.M. (2011). Rough Play: One of the Most Challenging Behaviors. https://www.bgnelson.com/workshops/BBGG_Canada/BigBody&ActivePlay.pdf

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Does your child struggle in school? Maybe academics are the challenge. Perhaps their difficulties are more related to the social or emotional aspects of school. Does your child have a diagnosis such as dyslexia, ADHD, autism, dysgraphia, etc? Do sensory processing challenges impact your child’s success? If any of these ring true, this episode is here to empower YOU.

Join Erica and Cassie as we chat with our special guest, Teresa Nair. Teresa helps families navigate the complex journey of neurodiversity—including but not limited to those who are twice exceptional. You’ll hear about Teresa’s path from Silicon Valley to public and private education. In this jam-packed episode, we discuss:

• What is 2e (twice exceptional)? How do we know if our child is 2e?
• The power of utilizing a strength-based paradigm to support neurodivergent education and shifting away from focusing only on one’s deficits.
• The gifts that come with being neurodivergent. The important role neurodivergent people play in making sure our societal “tribe” thrives.
• Addressing the question, “What happens when the ‘traditional ways’ of child-rearing and educating are not working?” Teresa provides insight to help us stop “the continuation of struggle” and instead become curious, ask questions, find community, and explore different opportunities.

If your family faces challenges with education, you don’t have to accept your current reality if it doesn’t feel right. There are options, and this episode serves as a stepping stone onto your new path.

**Resources**

• https://www.reel2e.org/
• Books by Dr. Thomas Armstrong: https://www.institute4learning.com/book-table/
• ADHD 2.0 by Dr. Hallowell and Dr. Ratey: https://drhallowell.com/read/books-by-ned/
• Ross Green’s work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvzQQDfAL-Q
• Uniquely Human by Barry Prizant: https://barryprizant.com/uniquely-human/

**Contact Teresa**

• Teresa@reel2e.org

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Picky eating is a HUGE challenge that many parents face. Whether your child eats 5 or 20 foods, if mealtime is a source of stress in your household, this episode is for you. Join Erica and Cassie as they discuss:

• The power in APPROACHING food and asking “How Can I” support child-food interactions.
• Why starting with eating is NOT usually the best choice.
• The nuances of the child-food relationship.
• The many root causes of picky eating:
  • Sensory
  • Motor
  • Psycho-social-emotional
  • Nutrient deficiencies
• Practical tips for you to try at home with your child.

**Resources**

Romeo Eats (YouTube Channel for kids): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4wo2ym_a8bNaN3R8jofHaw

Lori Overland: https://talktools.com/products/feeding-book

Dr. Kay Toomey: https://sosapproachtofeeding.com/start-here-parents/

Ellyn Satter: https://www.ellynsatterinstitute.org/

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