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You weren’t meant to spend your entire day entertaining your kids.
Here, we do things differently.
At Simply Nested, I help stay-at-home and work-from-home moms foster independent play so the whole family can thrive — without screens, constant supervision, or complicated Pinterest setups.
what simply nested is about:
Real Play. No Gimmicks. No BS.
Research-backed no fluff strategies for Independent Play.
Less stuff. More Play.
Open-ended toys that actually get played with over and over again.
Less overwhelm. More intention.
Because Independent Play shouldn't feel like another task.
Not your typical "gentle" parenting expert
Direct, practical advice from an actual expert. Not just another influencer in the wild.
I’m Amanda — homeschooling mom of three, early childhood expert, and the founder of Simply Nested. With over 20 years of experience in child development and education, I’ve learned that the most purposeful play doesn’t come from flashy toys or rigid routines. It comes from a simplified environment, a connected parent, and a child’s natural drive to explore.
ways I can help
Let’s be real: most moms today are drowning in pressure — pressure to always be “on,” to craft the perfect childhood, to do more. And that pressure? It’s robbing both you and your kids of something essential: freedom.
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That’s where independent play comes in.
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At Simply Nested, I teach you how to create a home where play flows naturally and your kids actually want to engage — so you can stop micromanaging their day and start enjoying yours.
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Jumpstart independent play today with my private podcast.
Whether you’re just getting started or deep in the trenches of motherhood, you’ll find realistic, research-backed strategies here — delivered with a little tough love and a lot of clarity.
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Independent play isn’t something you have to teach. It’s something you can unleash.
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Ready to simplify your home, your parenting, and your days?
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