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Peas and A Pod: Play as Productivity for Parents

Modern parents carry multiple identities and an invisible cognitive load that leaves them exhausted even on “ordinary” days. This session explores how play can ease that load and actually support productivity rather than competing with it.

We will unpack how to actually make the most of play, how micro-moments of child-led play strengthen autonomy, and how short bursts of connection can smooth routines, reduce friction, and create predictable pockets of time for parents. Through practical examples, guided reflection, and group discussion, you’ll explore simple, developmentally informed ways to use play as a tool for balance, boundaries, and regulation in everyday family life.

Dr Krishna Kulkarni is a child psychologist and parenting and play specialist with a PhD from the University of Cambridge. Through her practice, Peas and a Pod, she supports families with research-informed, practical guidance.