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January 7, 2020
When winter weather has you stuck inside at times, you can use everyday moments to foster your child’s development in playful ways. Read below for some ideas: 1. Make it count – Kids love to count everything! Try playing a game where you choose an object and count how many of them you can find…
Read moreDecember 10, 2019
This week’s tip was adapted from Healthy Children. As the seasons change, you might have questions about how to make sure your child is bundled up and ready to head outside. Read below for tips on how to keep your child warm all winter: Dress infants and children warmly for outdoor activities. Several thin layers…
Read moreDecember 3, 2019
This tip of the week was adapted from Understood. Sensory overload can be difficult to manage when you are on the go. This is when a sensory kit can help! Read below to learn three different types of travel kits you can make with your kids. 1. Quick Trip Sensory Travel Kit When you go…
Read moreNovember 26, 2019
With the holidays around the corner, it’s a great time to give thanks and work on instilling a sense of gratitude in your child. Start with these tips to encourage your child to show their appreciation. 1. Lead By Example As with most things, kids learn from watching you. When a neighbor helps walk the…
Read moreNovember 19, 2019
This tip of the week was adapted from Child Mind Institute. For many children, embarrassing experiences can be very upsetting, and in some cases lead to serious issues like anxiety and avoidance. Although we cannot protect children from embarrassment, we can help them build resilience and the confidence they need to deal with it in…
Read moreNovember 5, 2019
Scaffolding is a technique parents can use in order to help children learn new ideas beyond what they already know. Similar to a scaffold outside a building, this technique helps children reach heights they wouldn’t have been able to reach on their own. Read below for a few tips on how to scaffold your child’s…
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