The Blog
This is where I share lessons I learn on a daily basis as a professional and human who also needs to laugh more.
I hope you can find some inspiration in my words and a connection to your own life.
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Why “Becoming Playful”?
I get asked sometimes, “Erica, if you are talking about child sleep, why isn’t your website something like ‘Super-Sleepy-Snuggles’ or ‘Bedtime-Winners’ or ‘C’mon Kid, Sleep Already.’” And sure, I could change the name to something more “sleep” related … But what happens here is so much more than sleep. Honestly, “Play” can mean a whole… Read more
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Why I’m So Excited
Normally, I’m shy about the testimonials that parents leave for me. I never want to come across as “bragging” or “showy” or any of the other words I learned when I was little to avoid. Yet, someone recently reminded me that parents are looking for help. They just don’t always know where to go and who… Read more
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“I am beyond exhausted & I find it difficult to remain calm”
“I am beyond exhausted and I find it difficult to remain calm.” When I hear this from parents, it breaks my heart. That “not sleeping at night” really impacts us. When you can’t sleep at night, of course, you are going to feel overwhelmed, anxious, and uncertain about what to do next. It is quite logical… Read more
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Let’s be honest, I wasn’t okay
Nothing was working. At home, at bedtime, at work, … I couldn’t think of a thing that I felt like I was succeeding at. And still, I was told, “You have to go run that meeting.” The one with the completely ungrateful client, who demanded things that were unreasonable, who insisted I kept doing it… Read more
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There I was, crying at the doctor’s office
The doctor came over, after a somewhat invasive procedure and said, “Yep, there’s nothing wrong with you. Everything looks fine.” And, I absolutely lost it. Started weeping, uncontrollably. Maybe it was coming off the anesthesia, maybe it was the release of adrenaline, but I think it was something else. To me, something had to be… Read more
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How Play Boosts Sleep
When you hear “play” what comes to mind? Babies with blocks, toddlers with cars, preschoolers with art easels and aprons? This is totally play … yet not the only kind of play. So What Do You Need To Know?!?! #1. Yes, children should play, as much as they want to, every single day. Fact. (I… Read more