Modeling Language to Support Peer Interaction in Children
Language development is a crucial aspect of the early years of life; it forms the foundation for communication, social skills, and learning in general. At this stage little children are learning to interact with other children. We, as teachers and parents, as well as any other person who interacts with them, play a very important […]
Thumb-Sucking in Childhood Development: What’s Good, Bad and Normal
Thumb-sucking is an incredibly common childhood habit. However, many first-time parents wonder if it should be a concern. Here’s what thumb-sucking means for your child’s development and how you can support healthy habits. Why Thumb-Sucking Happens Most infants display non-nutritive habits like sucking their thumbs, fingers, or pacifiers from birth. In fact, up […]
Common Potty Training Issues and How to Avoid Them
Potty training is a big milestone but can also come with its fair share of challenges. It’s normal for both you and your little one to encounter a few bumps along the way. And, there are things you can do to avoid them or navigate them if issues come up. Many potty “issues” are part […]
New Parent Advice From A Hospital Volunteer
Whenever an experienced parent comes across a new parent, thoughts flood their mind—memories, advice, appreciation, knowing looks, and smiles. There is so much to share, but often, it goes unsaid because…how much unsolicited new-parent advice can one person handle? Experienced parents mean well, though. Much of the time, they are reminiscing on their own experience. […]
The Do’s and Don’ts of Introducing Littles to Chores
The Do’s and Don’ts of Introducing Littles to Chores By Priya Rajendran For young children, chores aren’t just a good way to get them to help around the house – they’re opportunities to build responsibility, independence, and a sense of belonging. Research shows that children who engage in regular, age-appropriate chores are more […]
Fortifying Parents’ Attitudes About Children’s Learning
Ongoing research in child development, neurological science, educational psychology, and related fields continues to inform attitudes and perspectives about how children learn, how educators teach, and how parents can support their children both at home and at school. There’s no one educational or parenting approach that’s suitable for every child; moreover, in the whole […]