63 episodes

Confused by all the parenting resources? Looking for the definitive voice? Let our experts cut through the noise. Subscribe to the Bright Horizons® podcast, "Teach. Play. Love. Parenting Advice for the Early Years." Listen as parents and early childhood educators come together to cull the competing advice, separate fact from fiction, and focus on what does – and doesn’t – matter during these early years. Be more confident, have less worry…and let Bright Horizons help make parenting the joy it was meant to be.

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    • Kids & Family
    • 4.3 • 20 Ratings

Confused by all the parenting resources? Looking for the definitive voice? Let our experts cut through the noise. Subscribe to the Bright Horizons® podcast, "Teach. Play. Love. Parenting Advice for the Early Years." Listen as parents and early childhood educators come together to cull the competing advice, separate fact from fiction, and focus on what does – and doesn’t – matter during these early years. Be more confident, have less worry…and let Bright Horizons help make parenting the joy it was meant to be.

    The Benefits of Chores for Young Children

    The Benefits of Chores for Young Children

    In this episode, our education experts Rachel and Claire discuss the benefits of giving chores to young children. Listen for tips on what chores are best for certain ages, and learn how giving your child responsibilities leads to not only a tidier home, but also builds your child’s confidence and independence.

    • 30 min
    Building Executive Function Skills

    Building Executive Function Skills

    Join Rachel and Claire as they discuss how executive function skills develop and how to work on these skills with your children as they grow and learn. As children grow and learn, they continue to develop and refine their executive function skills, which are crucial for success in school and in life. In this episode of Teach. Play. Love., Rachel and Claire will share why these skills are so important and how you can help your children strengthen these abilities throughout their life. Get parenting advice from Rachel and Claire! You can leave them a voicemail by calling 617-673-8881 and your question may be answered in a future episode of Teach. Play. Love. You can also send them an email at .

    • 37 min
    Fact or Fiction: Common Child Development Myths

    Fact or Fiction: Common Child Development Myths

    Join Rachel and Claire as they sort the fact from the fiction, redefine what matters most, and equip parents with the confidence to provide the experiences their children need to thrive now and in the future. Get parenting advice from Rachel and Claire! You can leave them a voicemail by calling 617-673-8881 and your question may be answered in a future episode of Teach. Play. Love. You can also send them an email at . 

    • 27 min
    Tips for a Great Story Time

    Tips for a Great Story Time

    Did you have a favorite book as a child? Perhaps you remember reading with a loved one or special teacher. In this episode of Teach. Play. Love., Rachel and Claire discuss why reading to your child is so important and how to make story time a memorable bonding and learning experience. Do you need help picking out books for your kids? Check out our program. helps to share the joy of reading, cultivate an appreciation for books, and foster early literacy skills. Get parenting advice from Rachel and Claire! You can leave them a voicemail by calling 617-673-8881 and your question may be answered in a future episode of Teach. Play. Love. You can also send them an email at .

    • 28 min
    Navigating the Joys and Challenges of Grandparents

    Navigating the Joys and Challenges of Grandparents

    In this episode of Teach. Play. Love., explore the advantages of grandparent and extended family support, and learn how to overcome common challenges. Grandparents and other extended family members have the remarkable ability to bring joy to a child's life. When grandparents are actively involved in their grandchild's life, they can provide invaluable support to parents and also become a reliable part of a child's family system, providing nurturing and care. Join Rachel and Claire as they explore the advantages of strengthening your family village and discover effective strategies for navigating moments of conflict. Get parenting advice from Rachel and Claire! You can leave them a voicemail by calling 617-673-8881 and your question may be answered in a future episode of Teach. Play. Love. You can also send them an email at . 

    • 30 min
    Having Fun Playing With Your Kids

    Having Fun Playing With Your Kids

    Listen to this episode of Teach. Play. Love., to learn why play is one of the most important things a child can do each day and get advice on how to have fun playing with your kids. Play allows children to experiment with concepts and ideas to make sense of the world around them. Setting aside time each day to play with your child can foster their growth and development, as well as create lasting family memories. In this episode of Teach. Play. Love. you’ll hear why play is so very important and you’ll get actionable ideas on how to have fun playing with your kids. Get parenting advice from Rachel and Claire! You can leave them a voicemail by calling 617-673-8881 and your question may be answered in a future episode of Teach. Play. Love. You can also send them an email at teach.playlove@brighthorizons.com. 

    • 26 min

Customer Reviews

4.3 out of 5
20 Ratings

20 Ratings

AllieM717 ,

Valuable Parenting Advice

As the parent of two young kids, I love this podcast. I always come away with practical tips to make me a better parent and I find myself remembering the advice when situations come up that were talked about in the episodes. The hosts are both relatable and funny but also really seem to be experts in child development and how to react in tough moments.

AshCapsho ,

Great podcast

This podcast offers an insightful journey through the joys and challenges of early years parenting. Jen’s thoughtful content make this podcast a valuable listen for anyone interested in child development - Ash & The Capsho Team

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Wow!

So glad I found this podcast! ♥️

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