The Ultimate Play Guide For Parents.
Play Ideas That Actually Work — Even on Your Tired Days
A practical, OT-designed play guide for parents who want to support their child’s development without the pressure, prep, or overwhelm.
Play is meant to be fun…
So why does it feel so hard?
If you’ve ever thought:
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“I don’t know what I’m supposed to be doing”
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“My child gets bored so quickly”
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“I’m exhausted — I don’t have energy for elaborate activities”
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“Am I doing enough for my child’s development?”
You’re not failing.
You’re just missing clear, realistic guidance.
Most play advice online is:
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Too idealistic
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Too time-consuming
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Or not designed for real children with real needs
This guide changes that.
The Play Guide: A Calm, Practical Approach to Play
This Play Guide was created by a paediatric occupational therapist to help parents:
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Understand why play matters
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Feel confident supporting development
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Use play that fits into everyday life
No complicated setups.
No “Pinterest-perfect” expectations.
Just play that works.
What's Inside
Inside the Play Guide, you’ll learn:
✔️ How play supports development — without jargon
✔️ Low-energy play ideas for tired days
✔️ Age-based play guidance (from toddlers to early school years)
✔️ How to support independent play gently
✔️ Sensory-aware play strategies
✔️ How to adapt play for different interests & abilities
✔️ What to do when play feels hard
✔️ Answers to common parent worries
Every section is designed to leave you thinking:
“Oh… that makes sense.”
This guide is educational in nature and is not a replacement for individualised therapy. If you have concerns about your child’s development, seek personalised advice from a qualified health professional.