Got a toddler who’d rather play with a potato than other children? Fear not!In this episode, Dr. Vieira dives into the 6 stages of early childhood play, odd toddler behaviors that are actually play schemas, and the value of play for children – hint: it’s so important it’s been deemed a basic human right. In this episode learn more about why your toddler loves to spin around in circles or carry rocks from one part of the garden to another, and get some ideas for how to encourage fun, safe, and educational play for your toddler.And toward the end of episode, Dr. Vieira answers questions from parents just like you. Today’s questions cover topics like the refusal to play outside, less wasteful sensory play, and social withdrawal from peers. Tune in for all this and more!Follow Dr. Vieira on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmadeleinevieira/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrMadeleineVieira/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MadeleineVieira