Today on the podcast Beth is joined by Erica Carew, a mum and school teacher with a passion for creativity and play! Simple activities can have a profound impact on a child’s development and play can start from the moment they are born. In this episode, Erica shares with us: 
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 <li>How to play with a newborn, beyond tummy time 
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 <li>How we can utilize simple household items for creative play 
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 <li>The many different ways ‘play’ can look. 
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You can learn more about Erica and her wonderful resources at <a href="https://www.chroniclesofplay.com.au/">https://www.chroniclesofplay.com.au/</a>
Keen to learn more about your host Beth? Beth is a registered midwife and loves supporting families to prepare for birth. Head to <a href="http://www.birthwithbeth.com.au">www.birthwithbeth.com.au</a> to find out which course is for you.

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Growing is a podcast brought to you by Beth Ryan - midwife, business owner and Mum. Beth chats all things pregnancy, birth, baby-life and the realities of modern motherhood. Want to learn the in’s and out’s of pregnancy? Keen to feel prepared for birth? Wondering how on earth you are going to care for your baby AND maintain a sense of self? Join Beth every Monday and Wednesday for bite-sized episodes designed to help you feel seen and excited during this season of profound growth.