Between activities, academics, technology, milestones, and all the things we’re told our kids should be doing, it can feel like raising healthy, confident kids has become incredibly complicated. But what if some of the things our kids need most are actually much simpler? In this episode, Denise talks with Amy Peters, CEO of Quincy Children’s Museum, to talk about the power of play, connection, socialization, and everyday interaction in helping our kids grow. Together, they talk about: What Amy is seeing kids and families need most right now Why play is doing far more developmental work than parents may realize How play builds confidence, communication, problem-solving, and emotional resilience What healthy socialization actually looks like and why it won't look the same for every child How to support quieter kids or children who have a harder time socially Why unstructured play still matters alongside sports, activities, and busy family schedules How to navigate screens while still making room for real-world interaction Why the early years of brain development matter without turning that knowledge into more pressure for parents How simple things like talking, reading, playing, and doing life together support our kids in meaningful ways This conversation is a reminder for working moms that helping our kids thrive doesn't have to mean adding more to the calendar or creating Pinterest-worthy childhoods. Sometimes what they need most is room to play, opportunities to figure things out, people who engage with them, and parents who are present for the ordinary moments. Because play isn't “just play.” Our kids are learning how to navigate the world through it. Connect with Amy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imamypeters/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.peters.965928 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amypetersquincy/ Follow the Quincy Children’s Museum Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/quincychildrensmuseum Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quincychildrensmuseum/ Website: https://www.quincychildrensmuseum.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/quincychildrensmuseum/posts/ Connect with Denise of Working Moms Redefined: Catch full episodes and subscribe to The Working Moms Redefined Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkingMomsRedefined Click here for the 9 Minutes a Day for a Lifetime of Connection Masterclass! Listen to The Working Moms Redefined Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio and Amazon Music. New episodes drop every Thursday! Follow Denise on Socials & visit the Working Moms Redefined website: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workingmomsredefined2025/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workingmomsredefineddenisetallcott Website: https://www.workingmomsredefined.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/working-moms-redefined/posts/?feedView=all TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@denisetallcottleadership
