Bambinos and Me

07/12/2025

Therapeutic Play Session

Last week I created a space filled with visuals, sensory tools, and playful activities—including Lego emotional check-in, science experiments, brain and movement breaks, ending with relaxation to support a child in expressing how they feel and discovering what helps them calm.

Therapeutic play gives children the tools to thrive. 🌟



PlayPractitioner

03/12/2025

ELF STRENGTH SPOTTING ✨

Our little Elves arrived today with a VERY important message…
They already noticed a special strength: determination. 💪🎄

In Therapeutic Play, noticing effort builds confidence and helps children feel seen.
Tonights Mission - Pick a strength of your child (from the elves) and ask them what other strengths they have

Why we start with strengths:
🌟 Builds real self-esteem
🧠 Encourages a growth mindset
💬 Supports emotional resilience
👀 Helps kids recognise what they’re good at
❤️ Deepens connection and feeling seen

Tiny moments like this can make a big difference — especially for little ones who need extra confidence and encouragement.

02/12/2025

🎄Therapeutic Play & Elf on a Shelf 🎄

love them or Hate them
After quite afew years of having them, Im beginning to feel the latter 😂 BUT they are actually a brilliant tool in the world of Therapeutic Play.

Did you know, asking your elf “How are you feeling today?” can support emotional development?

When children explore the elf’s feelings, they’re actually practising their own emotional skills in a safe, playful way. 💛

Here’s why it works:
⭐ Projective play – Kids can express hard feelings through the elf without pressure.
⭐ Emotional naming – Talking about how the elf feels helps them learn their own emotions.
⭐ Empathy – Understanding the elf’s feelings builds perspective-taking.
⭐ Coping skills – Children often suggest ways to help the elf feel better, developing their own regulation tools.
⭐ Confidence – Helping the elf boosts self-esteem and a sense of capability.

Play is powerful. And sometimes all it takes is a tiny elf and a simple question:
✨ “How are you feeling today?” ✨

25/11/2025

Simple Play is Powerful Play ⛄️

In the simplest play, children discover the biggest skills ❤️

With just cornflour and baking powder !!
We can support children with;
Sensory Regulation,
Bilateral Coordination,
Fine motor strength,
Language Development,
Creativity and Confidence,
Turn taking and Shared Play

We don’t need expensive or play that has taken ages to set up, just natural play that supports a child in so many ways and adds to their interests ❤️

14/11/2025

I did it !!!!! 🎉

I have completed my level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Play Coaching. It took a little longer than I had planned but with work and as other SEN parents will know, life takes over but I got there ❤️

I am now available for Therapeutic Play Sessions to support you and your child. This training will add perfectly to my training in Developmental Play, Nature and Childrens Yoga 💙

Do get in contact for more Information ❤️

31/10/2025

HAPPY HALLOWEEN TO ALL OUR BAMBINOS (Big &Little) 👻🎃

Every brain is different and amazing - so whether you love the noise and excitement or prefer calm crafts and quiet treats, we hope you have a boo-tiful day your way!

30/10/2025

The Science behind play - Why its good for you

A fascinating read on the bendingof Therapeutic Play and why is isnt just for children.

Link - https://time.com/7327163/playing-good-for-you-science/

"Play isn’t just a frivolous pastime for children. It’s a powerful, even essential, tool for healing," writes Cas Holman.

10/10/2025

🧠✨ On World Mental Health Day, let’s remind ourselves how Powerful Play is

Play isn’t “just fun” — it’s a vital part of children’s mental health.

When children play, they are…
🌿 Learning to calm their bodies and regulate big feelings
🧍‍♂️ Building confidence and a sense of control
🤝 Strengthening connections with others
🧠 Developing problem-solving and resilience
🗣️ Expressing feelings they may not have words for

Whether it’s football, art, building, or make-believe — play helps children grow, heal, and thrive.

✨ Let them play. It matters.

01/10/2025

Yesterday was National Nonspeaking/NonVerbal Awareness Day.

A day for celebrating and recognising the many children who communicate in different ways.

Play is a child’s first language 💜 For non-verbal children, therapeutic play becomes a safe way to:
🎨 Express feelings without words
🧸 Build confidence and a sense of control
🤝 Practice social interaction
💭 Process experiences and reduce anxiety
🌱 Grow communication skills through creativity

Through play, every child has a voice — even without words. 🌟

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23/09/2025

I absolutely ❤️ this quote as it perfectly describes Therapeutic Play.

The Behaviour is what we see on the surface,
The Feeling is the emotion underneath,
The Need is the root cause.

As a Therapeutic Play Practitioner we use play to see the childs inner world to meet the need, not just stop the behaviour.

(Credit:unknown)

18/09/2025

Why fidgets matter in Therapeutic Play 🩷

What are fidgets? 🩷

Small regulation tools that keep hands busy and minds calm.
Examples: pop-its, putty, stress balls, bluetac, rollers, the list is endless as its whatever works for your child.

Why use fidgets in therapeutic play ?

Fidgets help children:
✔ Regulate emotions
✔ Stay focused
✔ Feel safe and in control

What are the Therapeutic benefits 🩷

When integrated thoughtfully, fidgets can:
🌱 Reduce anxiety
🌱 Support expression
🌱 Build lifelong coping skills

Fidgets are not distractions.
They’re bridges to engagement, comfort, and healing. Does your child use fidgets ?

We used this pack from with a child who loves space and he loved creating his own fidget.

16/09/2025

CHANGE IS COMING 🩷💙

As Im still completing my practical, Im beginning to make changes and get ready to start offering Therapeutic Play Sessions.

What do you think of my extra new logo ?

Ill still be doing private baby sessions but coaching will be another aspect of Bambinos & Me to continue to support wellbeing to children and their families.