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Happier Childhoods

Carrie Speed

Booking Overview

An interview-led parenting and child-development podcast focused on childhood wellbeing, behavior, emotional regulation, play, movement, and connection, typically featuring educators, coaches, therapists, and other child-focused professionals. PR agencies could credibly pitch parenting educators, occupational therapists, neurodiversity specialists, mental-health professionals, and enrichment or movement leaders with practical expertise; booking difficulty is low because guests are generally accessible professional experts rather than high-profile public figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 22

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Gender skew: Female

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 18 subscribers

Instagram: 270 followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

hello@playmotionkids.com

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Host

Carrie Speed - Social worker and founder of PlayMotion Kids, a movement, music, and mindfulness enrichment program for children. She also certifies and licenses instructors to bring movement, mindfulness, and who...

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Practitioners and educators with direct experience supporting children, teens, families, caregivers, or child-focused professionals. Relevant backgrounds include occupational therapy, coaching, education, social work, healthcare, parenting support, and movement or enrichment instruction.
Required Achievements:  
Years of hands-on professional experience, Founding or leading a child-, family-, or caregiver-focused program, Professional certifications or specialized training, Practical frameworks or resources for supporting children and families

Recent Guest Discussions

Stephanie Ford - Neurodivergence, Differences In Processing, Visual Supports, Transitions, Routines, Habit Stacking, Flexible Support Strategies, And Inclusive Classrooms.

Justyna Bronski - Teen Behavior, Adolescent Emotional Needs, Creating Trusted Relationships, Responding Without Overreacting, And Helping Teens Understand Their Bodies, Emotions, And Thoughts.

Leslie Kuny - Confidence, Resilience, Fear-free Teaching, Dance Culture, Body Image, Healthy Movement, Play, And Supportive Boundaries In Children’s Learning Environments.

Laura Smothers-Chu - Dementia Care, Long-distance Caregiving, Healthcare Advocacy, Caregiver Support, Community Resources, And Navigating Complex Care Systems.

Recent Topics

Parenting, Child Development, Emotional Regulation, Neurodiversity, Play Based Learning

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Happier Childhoods
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Ep 22 Your Five Senses Are Superpowers: Helping Children Build Self-Trust with Manal El-Ramly

October 16, 2026

What if children do not need more tools, but more opportunities to recognize the strengths they already have?Carrie talks with Manal El-Ramly, creator of the Yara Universe™ and the Super You Series™, about helping children slow down, notice what they see, hear, smell, taste, and feel, and begin trusting their own experiences.Manal explains how engaging the five senses can help children become more present and connected to their bodies. They also discuss inner knowing, sensory differences, the...

Ep 21 Supporting Neurodivergent Kids with Strategies That Fit Real Life with Stephanie Ford

September 20, 2026

What if your child isn’t refusing to cooperate—but processing the situation differently?In this episode of Happier Childhoods, Carrie is joined by Stephanie Ford, an occupational therapist turned neurodiversity mentor with nearly 20 years of experience supporting neurodivergent children, families, schools, and workplaces across Australia. We talk about what neurodivergence really means and how understanding differences in processing can help children feel safer, more supported, and better abl...

Ep 20 Why Your Teen Is Pulling Away—and How to Reconnect with Justyna Bronski

August 23, 2026

When teenagers roll their eyes, become irritable, or start pulling away, what might they really be trying to communicate?Carrie talks with certified teen life coach and former high school educator Justyna Bronski about what teens need from the adults in their lives—and how parents and teachers can create relationships where teens feel safe, seen, heard, and valued.They discuss why behavior is often only the surface of what a teen is experiencing, how adults can respond without immediately rea...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Happier Childhoods
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How do I get in touch with Happier Childhoods?

Happier Childhoods is hosted by Carrie Speed. Its publicly listed email is hello@playmotionkids.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Happier Childhoods?

The publicly listed email for Happier Childhoods: hello@playmotionkids.com.

How many listeners does Happier Childhoods have?

Podseeker estimates Happier Childhoods reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Happier Childhoods?

Happier Childhoods typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Practitioners and educators with direct experience supporting children, teens, families, caregivers, or child-focused professionals. Relevant backgrounds include occupational therapy, coaching, education, social work, healthcare, parenting support, and movement or enrichment instruction. Common among recent guests: Years of hands-on professional experience; Founding or leading a child-, family-, or caregiver-focused program; Professional certifications or specialized training. Recent guests include Stephanie Ford, Justyna Bronski, and Leslie Kuny.

How hard is it to get booked on Happier Childhoods?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Happier Childhoods cover?

Recent episodes cover Parenting, Child Development, Emotional Regulation, Neurodiversity, and Play Based Learning. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

hello@playmotionkids.com

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