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EPISODE · Jan 14, 2026 · 27 MIN

The First 1000 Days and Why They Matter

from Play Skillfully · host Kathy Eggers

In this conversation, Kathy Eggers discusses the critical importance of early childhood development, focusing on the first three years of a child's life. She emphasizes the significance of nurturing social-emotional skills, physical milestones, and cognitive growth through intentional parenting and play-based learning. Kathy shares insights on how parents can foster secure attachments, encourage physical activity, and enhance language development, ultimately laying a strong foundation for their children's future.For more information, check out Kathy's book, The Homegrown Preschooler and curriculum guide A Year of Playing Skillfully. You can also sign up for Kathy's monthly newsletter on her website or by commenting NEWS on any IG post. Thanks for listening. If you have topics you would like for us to discuss or people you would like to hear from, let us know at [email protected] or shoot us a message on Instagram. Don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review on iTunes!!! Also, to thank you for listening, you can receive a 10% discount on any purchase at the Kathy Eggers store by using the code, PSPODCAST.

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