Play Move Improve

Robyn Papworth
Play Move Improve

Hey, I'm Robyn from Play Move Improve. I am an Exercise Physiologist, Developmental Educator and Trainer who is passionate about getting more children active and moving each day. Discover strategies to improve children's spatial awareness, balance, gross motor skills, fine motor skills, and much more. Share your review on my Facebook page to receive my 125 Play Activities Ebook for free - www.facebook.com/playmoveimprove

  1. 07/09/2024

    Why transitions can be challenging for neurodivergent children

    Play Move Improve Podcast: Understanding and Managing Transitions for Neurodivergent Children Episode Summary In this insightful episode, Robyn Packworth, an exercise physiologist and developmental educator, discusses the challenges that neurodivergent children face with transitions and offers practical strategies to help. The cerebellum and prefrontal cortex play crucial roles in managing transitions Neurodivergent children may struggle with sensory processing and predicting what happens next Internal time management systems can be affected in neurodivergent individuals Transitions can be particularly stressful for children who have masked their behaviors all day Provide warnings before transitions Use transition objects (e.g., favorite toys, fidgets) Implement visual schedules Offer comforting routines (e.g., favorite snacks, songs) Create a predictable after-school routine Visual schedules for transitions Comfort toy handout Vagus nerve drop-off handout Robyn Packworth is a mother of three, an exercise physiologist, developmental educator, and early learning speaker. She works with the Beautiful Parents Hub in Victoria, supporting children with developmental delays, autism, anxiety, ADHD, and dyspraxia. Join our free online community for more support and resources! Sign up here: Play Move Improve Online Community Website: playmoveimprove.com.au Leave a review on iTunes or Spotify Remember, transitions can be challenging, but with understanding and the right strategies, we can make them easier for our children!

    10 min
  2. 05/09/2024

    Early childhood emotional development - eye contact before emotion cards

    Play Move Improve Podcast: Beyond Emotion Cards - The Foundations of Emotional Development Episode Summary In this insightful episode, Robyn Papworth, an exercise physiologist and developmental educator, discusses the importance of foundational emotional development in children, especially those born during the social pandemic of 2020-2021. She explains why emotion cards might not be the best first approach and offers practical strategies for supporting children's emotional growth. The impact of the social pandemic on children's emotional development The importance of joint attention and social connection in early emotional development Why emotion cards may not be effective for young children without foundational skills The role of play in developing emotional regulation and brain function The significance of interoception in understanding and expressing emotions Provide opportunities for eye contact and joint attention Engage in shared activities (e.g., singing, playing games, household tasks) Encourage community involvement and social interactions Prioritize play with real 3D objects to stimulate brain development Create experiences that develop interoception (awareness of internal bodily sensations) Robyn Papworth is a mother of three, an exercise physiologist, developmental educator, and early learning speaker. She is passionate about empowering parents and educators to set up engaging play activities that improve children's development, health, and learning outcomes. Robyn mentions an upcoming program focused on foundational skills for emotional development. Stay tuned for more information! Join our free online community for more support and resources! Sign up here: Play Move Improve Online Community Website: playmoveimprove.com.au Leave a review on iTunes or Spotify Remember, building strong foundations for emotional development through play, connection, and sensory experiences is crucial for our children's growth and well-being!

    10 min

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Hey, I'm Robyn from Play Move Improve. I am an Exercise Physiologist, Developmental Educator and Trainer who is passionate about getting more children active and moving each day. Discover strategies to improve children's spatial awareness, balance, gross motor skills, fine motor skills, and much more. Share your review on my Facebook page to receive my 125 Play Activities Ebook for free - www.facebook.com/playmoveimprove

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