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071 Why Your Toddler’s ‘Challenging Behaviour’ Is Actually Normal (Play Schemas Explained for Parents)
If you’ve ever wondered… Why your toddler throws things constantly… Why toys somehow end up scattered across every room… Or why your child lines up their snacks instead of eating them… You’re not alone. And you’re not doing it wrong. In today’s episode of Demystifying Child’s Play, Ruth shares a reminder that many toddler parents need to hear — especially on the days when parenting feels overwhelming, chaotic, or exhausting. Instead of focusing on strategies or quick fixes, this episode zooms out and looks at what’s really happening beneath the behaviours we see every day. You’ll learn: • Why many “challenging” toddler behaviours are actually part of normal development • How play schemas like trajectory, transportation, and positioning show up in everyday play • Why understanding these patterns can shift the way you respond to your child • And the powerful parenting mindset shift that can help you move from frustration to curiosity If your days currently involve flying rocks, transported toys, and carefully lined-up snacks… this episode is your reminder that your child isn’t trying to make your life harder. They’re trying to make sense of their world. And the fact that you’re here, learning and listening, already says a lot about the kind of parent you are. Send us Fan Mail Support the show If this episode resonated with you, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review! I would love to hear your playtime stories—whether you’re celebrating a win or trying to crack the mystery behind a new behaviour, I’m here for it. Reach out on social media or drop me a message. Facebook and Instagram @play_schemas Ruth@PlaySchemas.com www.playschemas.com and if you are keen for a freebie... head to playschemas.com/free to see what there is for you!
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