{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"269: Embracing Imperfection: Parenting Through Chaos with Cynthia Di Filippo Elomaa, Author of Nicky\u2019s Very Messy Room","description":"Parenting can be a whirlwind of chaos and imperfections, but sometimes, it's in those messy moments that growth and learning truly happens. In this episode of Parenting Impossible, Annette Hines speaks with children's author, Cynthia Di Filippo Elomaa. Cynthia embraces imperfection and chaos in parenting, emphasizing that seeking support and tailored assistance is essential while recognizing that each child learns at their own unique pace. Her inclusive educational book series, &quot;Nikki's Very Messy Room,&quot; centers on planning, collaboration, and involving children in chores to foster responsibility and ownership, all of which challenges traditional notions of order and perfection by celebrating the natural, messy rhythms of family life. &amp;nbsp; In this episode, you will hear:   Why involving children in planning is important.   Why seeking support and asking for help is essential in parenting.   What activities can be provided to engage children in learning independently.   How interactive reading experiences benefit children.   Why it is important to understand that not every child learns at the same pace.    Resources from this Episode: Website: https:\/\/cynthiadifilippoelomaa.com\/ Read:  Nicky\u2019s Very Messy Room Register for classes: Stillwater Book, West Warwick, RI&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/1144567134109?aff=oddtdtcreator   No Other Book Like This, Mystic CT&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/1144392291149?aff=oddtdtcreator LinkedIn &amp;amp; Twitter\/X: @cynthiaelomaa Instagram: @authorcynthiaelomaa YouTube: @AuthorCynthiaDiFilippoElomaa   Engage with us: Join our community: Circle of Care Visit: &amp;nbsp;https:\/\/annettehines.com Read  Butterflies and Second Chances LinkedIn: @annette-hines-snc&amp;nbsp; Instagram: @parentingimpossible Facebook: @SpecialNeedsCompanies Twitter: @SpecialNeedsCo &amp;nbsp; Follow and Review: We\u2019d love for you to follow us if you haven\u2019t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We\u2019d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on  Apple Podcasts. Simply select \u201cRatings and Reviews\u201d and \u201cWrite a Review\u201d then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"Parenting Impossible \u2013 The Special Needs Survival Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/parentingimpossible.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/35151550\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/184212940"}