There’s no pause button on childhood—but play lets us slow it down, just a little. 🥹 Watching our children grow is a beautiful mix of bittersweet and breathtaking. It all happens in the blink of an eye. But in between those blinks? Play was quietly doing its work. Through every game of pretend, every backyard adventure, and every giggle-filled run, your child is: ✨ Building confidence and coordination 🧠 Strengthening brain connections 💬 Growing their vocabulary and imagination ❤️ Learning how to express emotions and navigate the world Which part of your child’s growth has surprised you the most? 👇