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Independent Play Guide

If You Have a Young Child, They Should Be Able to Play Independently Every Day

Age 1-7 years

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Discover simple, effective strategies to encourage independent play, so you can foster your child's confidence and creativity while getting time back in your day.

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The Transformation You'll Experience

Imagine this:

- Your child happily engaged in play while you enjoy a cup of tea or catch up on work.

- A calmer home where your child learns creativity, problem-solving and resilience - all through play.

- No longer feeling guilty for declining your child's requests for play, knowing you'll connect and bond in other ways and your child is developing better because of it.

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Are You Feeling Overwhelmed by the Pressure of Modern Parenting?

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The endless cycle of scrambling to find activities to keep your little one busy for 10 minutes, only for them to beg you to play with them…

Endlessly scrolling through social media for new ideas, curating sensory bins, and balancing screen time with playtime can leave you feeling drained and exhausted.

What if the key to happier, healthier children was doing less, not more?
Giving children space to explore on their own, with fewer distractions.

Imagine decluttering toys, reducing screen time, and connecting meaningfully with your child—without the pressure to constantly play. This simple shift is what children need for optimal development—and it can transform your parenting experience.

Let go of guilt and discover how doing less can help you enjoy more—more connection, more peace of mind, and more joy in your parenting journey.

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The Endless Benefits of Embracing Independent Play

More Time for You:

Gain hours back every week without the guilt.

Happier Kids:

Help your child build confidence, imagination and independence.

A Calmer Home:

Less stress and more balance for your entire family.

Brain Development:

Independent play supports all areas of child development.

What's Included?

For just £12

  • What is independent play and why is it so important 
  • Toy recommendations for independent play
  • How to declutter and minimise or implement a toy rotation
  • How to schedule your day so there is time for independent play and time for you
  • How to start with independent play
  • What to say to a child who begs you to play
  • Hurdles to independent play
  • FREE bonus download - Guide to types of play
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