Jill Lerman is a renowned play and parenting coach, early childhood educator, and the founder of Jillybeans, a platform dedicated to empowering parents and caregivers. With a deep understanding of child development and the challenges of parenting, Jill helps families cultivate joyful, connected relationships through play, creativity, and intentional parenting strategies.
As a mother herself, Jill offers practical, easy-to-follow guidance to help overwhelmed parents navigate the ups and downs of raising young children. Through her one-on-one coaching, workshops, and online resources, she encourages parents to see their children as capable individuals from the earliest stages of life, promoting emotional intelligence, communication, and positive reinforcement.
Jill has been a guest on the Life Intended Podcast: Parenting Made Playful: Fostering Creativity and Connection with Jill Lerman
Jill’s approach centers on playful parenting, making everyday life with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers more manageable and fun. She offers simple play invitations that foster engagement, learning, and bonding. By focusing on mindful parenting and using play to promote emotional intelligence and development, Jill ensures that parents can create strong, meaningful connections with their children.
Her work also extends beyond families. Jill collaborates with brands as a play expert and consultant, advising on product development, facilitating workshops, and developing innovative play ideas that support early learning and development.
Jill founded Jillybeans to provide resources for parents seeking a more joyful, connected parenting experience. Whether through her Playful Parenting Membership or her free guide to independent play, Jill offers actionable strategies to make parenting feel less overwhelming and more fulfilling.
Jill’s expertise is invaluable to parents of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers who are eager to introduce play as a cornerstone of their child’s development. Her guidance is rooted in the belief that joy, connection, and boundaries are essential to fostering emotional intelligence and family dynamics. She also works with brands that aim to support children’s creativity, communication, and emotional growth through thoughtful product development.
