SOMETHING PLAYFUL BLOGReal stories, gentle guidance + small shifts to help you find calm in the middle of it all.
Welcome to the space where we talk about what parenting really looks like. The messy moments. The funny ones. The ones that make you question everything you thought you knew. Here, you’ll find reflections, essays, and practical tools to help you raise connected, curious kids (and feel a little more grounded yourself along the way). No perfection. No guilt. Just real-life parenting.
A READ YOU CAN't miss:Maybe a “Good Day” at School Isn’t What You Think
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Beyond 'You'll Be Fine': 7 Supportive Ways to Handle 'I Don't Want to Go to School
Transform your morning routine- how to validate your little one's feelings without giving in, offer empathy that actually helps, and provide choices that empower your child.
5 Tips to Ease Your Child's Separation Anxiety (and Yours)
Feel better about separation anxiety
Conquering Separation Anxiety: 5 Proven Strategies to Support Your Child's Transition to School
For many children (and parents!), this can be a time of high anxiety and stress, particularly when it comes to saying goodbye at the classroom door. But don't worry, I'm here to help.
Coping With Back to School Anxiety in January 2022
It is normal for your child to have anxiety around heading back to school over the break….
Hi! I’m Lizzie Assa, and I’m not here to fix your kid.
Parenting strategist, educator + momI’m here to help you feel better while you raise them.
I’m a parenting strategist, educator, and mom of three big kids who were once little and loud and made me question everything. Now I help parents of kids under 12 do it differently. Not perfectly. Just with more clarity, more connection, and way less second-guessing.
THE PLAY SHOP YOU’VE BEEN SEARCHING FORMy favorite toys, art supplies, storage hacks, and travel must-haves—all in one place.
Over the years, I’ve tested more toys, activities, and playroom setups than I can count. These are the ones that actually last—the ones your kids will come back to again and again. From gifts for ages 1–12 to water play essentials, creative art supplies, travel gear, and smart storage finds, these curated favorites help you bring more ease (and joy) to everyday play.