Independent play isn’t just possible—it’s essential for your child’s growth. In this Q&A, Dr. Sarah Bren and Dr. Emily Upshur share the best toys, activities, and strategies to foster self-directed play. Learn how to set realistic expectations, create a “yes space,” and encourage independence without guilt or overwhelm.


In this episode, sleep specialist Eileen Henry and I discuss a common challenge: how to get your child to make it all the way through the night in their own bed.

Janet Lansbury was talking and blogging about respectful parenting long before it became a buzzword. Informed by her mentor and RIE creator Magda Gerber, Janet has spent decades encouraging parents and teaching them how to create loving and supportive environments for their children to help them grow into compassionate, confident, and resilient individuals.

Getting proper sleep as a new parent can have a huge impact on your mental health and subsequently the health of your infant. But in order for you to get good stretches of sleep, you need your little one to get into a healthy rhythm.