Episode 44: Can I Go Outside and Play? w/ Lizzie Assa

Muddy bare feet and a little room to roam - this episode is all about PLAY. Nattie sits down with Lizzie Assa, founder of The Workspace for Children, to explore how play isn't just fun - it's how kids make sense of everything around them. Lizzie shares personal experiences in motherhood and professional insights on creating simple play ideas that spark curiosity, creativity, and connection. The two reflect on the power of play as grown ups, and what happens when we let go, trust the process, and let play lead the way. Show Notes: 03:52 - Intro of Lizzie 15:00 - Examples of child-led interests22:25 - Understanding importance of play 27:00 - Play and making sense of the world 30:45 - Kids and screentime35:00 - Grown ups and play 40:00 - Lizzie's advice to her younger self Connections: Lizzie Assa: The Workspace for ChildrenLizzie Assa InstagramA Little Happy Podcast Instagram