Demystifying Child's Play | Play Schemas
Kia ora, Hello! I’m Ruth Vercoe, a teacher-turned-mum, here on a mission to demystify Child’s Play through understanding play schemas.
If you’ve ever found yourself asking, 'Why is my child doing that?'—whether it’s throwing their soft toys, hiding stones around the house, or lining up their crayons —then you’re in the right place, and certainly not alone.
Here, we’ll explore the magic of play through the lens of play schemas—those hidden repeated patterns in your child’s behaviour that hold the key to unlocking more meaningful play and connection.
Join me each week as we dive into playful insights that will help you bring more joy, connection and understanding into your parenting journey.
Get in contact at
Email Ruth@Playschemas.com
Facebook and Instagram @Play_Schemas
Demystifying Child's Play | Play Schemas
074 5 Things AI Can’t Take Away From You as a Parent
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AI can write shopping lists, plan meals, and even help manage the mental load of parenting, but there are some things technology will never replace.
In this episode of Demystifying Child’s Play, Ruth Vercoe explores the beautifully human parts of parenting that matter most: connection, surprise and delight, play, intuition, and true presence.
This episode is a gentle reminder that your child doesn’t need a perfectly optimised parent. They need the real you… the one who laughs, notices, plays, listens, and shows up.
If modern parenting has you feeling overwhelmed by advice, algorithms, and pressure to “do it all,” this conversation will help you reconnect with what truly matters.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
- Why connection is built in tiny everyday moments
- The importance of surprise, delight, and wonder in childhood
- Why play matters more than perfection
- How to trust your parenting intuition
- What true presence looks like in real life
Because parenting was never meant to be automated.
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I would love to hear your playtime stories—whether you’re celebrating a win or trying to crack the mystery behind a new behaviour, I’m here for it. Reach out on social media or drop me a message.
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Ruth@PlaySchemas.com
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