Your Partner in Purposeful Play
You were never meant to do this alone.
Born from the Chaos (and Beauty) of Real Motherhood
Thumbles exists because I lived the struggle.
I had years of experience working with kids — teaching, leading camp programs, supporting other educators. I knew how to engage children. I understood child development. I could design a lesson plan in my sleep.
But when I became a stay-at-home mom? Everything I thought I knew felt... useless.
The overwhelm was real. The isolation was crushing. And the guilt? It showed up every single day — in the mess on the floor, in the screen time that stretched too long, in the moments I snapped when I didn't mean to.
I kept thinking: If I can't figure this out with all my training, what about the moms who don't have that background?
We were the first in our family to have kids. There were no big sisters dropping by with wisdom. No cousins around the corner to take the kids for an afternoon. No village.
Just me, my kids, and the relentless pressure to "make every moment count."
Then Everything Changed (Again)
When my twins were born, I hired help. And suddenly I had a new fear: What if my nanny has a hard day and I'm not there?
I wanted her to feel supported. I wanted her to have a plan she could trust — something that didn't require her to be a Pinterest mom or a preschool teacher. I wanted her to know that on the tough days (because there are tough days), she had a system that worked.
That's when it clicked.
What if I could create the support system I wish I'd had from day one?
Not just activities. Not just "busy work." But a genuine learning guide that takes the stress out of planning, removes the guesswork, and gives you back your confidence as a caregiver.
Activities That Actually Work (Because They've Been Through the Ringer)
Every single activity in Thumbles has been:
- Tested on my own three very different kids
- Retested when things didn't go as planned
- Refined until they actually worked in real life — not just in theory
- Used by families all over the world in all kinds of settings
These aren't just "fun ideas." They're battle-tested, parent-approved, child-loved activities designed to make your day calmer, your child's learning richer, and your connection stronger.
Accessible, Modern, and Made for Real Life
I've worked hard to make Thumbles as accessible as possible — because support shouldn't be complicated.
That's why we use Kajabi, one of the most advanced platforms available. You can download the app on your phone and have everything you need right at your fingertips.
No more scrambling. No more tabs open everywhere. Just simple, structured play — delivered to you with care. With a solid community structure that has constant support, challenges and fun guides to keep you excited.
You're Not Alone Anymore
Thumbles was born from loneliness, frustration, and the desire to do better — not just for my kids, but for every caregiver who's ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or unsure.
You don't need to be a teacher. You don't need a degree in child development. You don't even need to have it all together.
You just need a plan. And a little peace of mind.
That's what Thumbles is here for.
Welcome to your village. 💙