Periagoge
Scenario

When milestone pressure overshadows natural development wonder

I love watching my baby discover her hands and feet but everyone asks what milestones she's hitting and I start seeing her through that lens instead.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The parent is learning to resist the cultural demand to reduce the mystery of development into measurable achievements.

Your guide for this
Nas
Nas works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Play and learning — Vygotsky and beyond?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.