026 Why Imperfection Matters in Parenting - with Sophie Moskowitz

Ever feel like you’re the only one dropping the ball as a parent? Spoiler alert: you’re not, you're not alone in feeling this... and this episode might just be the breath of fresh air you didn’t know you needed. 

In this episode of Demystifying Child’s Play | Play Schemas, we’re joined by Sophie Moskowitz from Imperfect Parents, who brings a powerful message every parent deserves to hear: you don’t have to be perfect to be enough. Together, we unpack the unspoken pressures of parenting in a world that often tells us we should “do it all” – and do it flawlessly.

If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re doing a “good enough” job, wrestled with guilt, or felt isolated in your struggles, this honest, hopeful conversation will remind you that you’re not alone. Sophie shares how her own parenting journey – filled with both heart and hardship – led her to create a community that celebrates the real, raw, and often messy experiences of raising kids.

In this episode, we cover:

• The myth of the “perfect parent” and why it’s time to let it go
• How unrealistic societal expectations are making parenting harder – especially for mums
• The emotional toll of comparison culture (and what to do instead)
• Practical mindset shifts to move from guilt to connection
• The magic of play – and how understanding your child’s play schemas can help you reconnect, even on tough days
• Why naming your struggles is the first step to finding freedom in them

You’ll come away with:

• Reassurance that you’re not failing – you’re simply human
• Tools to reframe your parenting expectations in a way that actually feels good
• Real-life stories that make you nod, laugh, and maybe cry a little
• Encouragement to embrace the imperfect, ordinary moments that truly matter
• A reminder that being “good enough” is not settling – it’s powerful

Sophie’s down-to-earth, no-judgement approach will speak straight to your heart – whether you’re parenting a toddler through tantrums, juggling multiple roles, or simply wondering if everyone else is doing it better than you.

This episode is a love letter to you, the parent showing up every day and doing your best – even when it doesn’t feel like enough.

Tune in now and give yourself the same compassion you so easily offer your kids.

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