Play2Learn Podcast

In this episode, Kelly interviews Rita Ho-Bezzola, the founder of Gooshi, a storytelling platform aimed at helping families navigate emotional challenges through literature. They discuss the importan…

September is almost here and my family is starting to to feel the ultimate case of Sunday night blues.  As a teacher and mom myself, I've figured out there are certain routines and rhythms that help …

On this episode, Kelly Vincentini speaks with Maggie McGarvie, a speech-language pathologist, about the importance of promoting language development in children, particularly during the early years. …

In this episode, Kelly speaks with Alicia Suskin, a doula and breastfeeding specialist, about her journey and the vital role of doulas in supporting families during labor and postpartum. They discuss…

In this engaging conversation, Kelly and Francesca Thomson explore the themes of motherhood, vulnerability, and community. They discuss the importance of authenticity in social media, the challenges …

In this episode, Kelly & Alex speak with Barb Shepard, a licensed mental health counselor specializing in pediatric OCD and anxiety. They discuss the nature of anxiety, particularly in children, and …

In this conversation, Kelly Vincentini and Laura Vincent discuss common behavioral challenges faced by parents with young children, particularly focusing on the ages of one to four and a half. They e…

In this heartfelt conversation, Kelly Vincentini interviews her parents, Bob and Marybeth, reflecting on their 41 years of marriage and the lessons learned in parenting. They discuss the importance o…

On this episode, Kelly and Amy Mack explore the complexities of discussing grief and death with children. They emphasize the importance of clear communication, emotional honesty, and age-appropriate …

Meet Jackie Clark, an experienced educator with a passion for nurturing joy and growth in children. We discuss the evolution of kindergarten, the shift to full-day programs, the impact of universal p…

In this episode of the Play to Learn Podcast we discuss our experiences and insights on traveling with children. We share nostalgic childhood travel memories, compare recent family trips to Disney an…

In this episode, we interview Laura Vincent, a regional program director for Liberty Post and licensed speech language pathologist. We discuss Laura's journey in the field of speech language patholog…

Today we interview Windy Cardarelli from the Manlius Library, part of the Onondaga County Public Libraries in Central New York. 

Early literacy is the foundation for reading, writing, speaking and lis…

On today's episode we interview, Dr. Lawrence Kotlow, a pediatric dentist and specialist located in Albany, NY.  He focuses on laser surgery and supports families with challenges directly related to …

Meet Dr. Brooke Smith, one of the three specialized chiropractors on staff at Kukuenberger Chiropractic, located in Fayetteville, NY.

Dr. Smith highlights the Role of Chiropractic Care in Family Healt…

As a parent, do you find it difficult to prioritize your own health and wellness? Wherever you are in your current season of life, our guest Meghan Barrett has some great tips for maintaining physica…

Do you sometimes find yourself comparing your child to the children around you, at the playground, at daycare, etc?  Maybe you worry your child is "behind"  because you witnessed another child comple…

Meet Allison Hammond! Allie is a mother to two boys and is an experienced travel planner with Pixie Dusting Plans. She helps her clients plan their dream vacations to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, U…

Alyssa Blask Campbell is the CEO and founder of Seed & Sew and a globally recognized expert in emotional development. With a master's degree in early childhood education, Alyssa has dedicated her car…

What ARE fine motor skills? How do I assist my little one in building these important development skills? This mini-episode will simplify the concept of fine motor skills and provide you with easy ex…