What does secure attachment look like in babies? Around the age of eight months, a securely attached infant starts to get upset when their attachment figure (mum, dad or whoever is the primary carer) is out of sight. This response is called separation anxiety. Separation anxiety at this time in life is normal. Also important […]
Speech, Language and Communication – Dummies and Speech Some parents choose to give their child a dummy, some choose not to. However, if you give your child a dummy, it is very easy for this to become a habit, even by the time the child has reached 12 months old. Advantages A dummy can be […]
When it comes to speech, language and communication what should we expect at different stages of our children’s development? 6 Months – Children will: Respond to different tones of voice and emotion Babble a variety of sounds – ‘a-goo’ ‘oooh’ Mouths toys, shakes objects, plays with hands and feet. Localises sounds with eyes at ear […]
What do you do when bad weather has your family cooped up indoors? Don’t worry, there are plenty of ways to keep your kids entertained and educate them at the same time! The internet is full of handy resources, from children’s exercise videos to online music lessons, that can provide endless ideas for indoor fun. […]
What behaviour should we expect from our little ones at the different ages and stages of their development? Each child is a little individual but here are some general guidelines that may help you to promote positive behaviour as your child grows. Age Normal behaviour What parents can do Infant Under 1 year of […]
How Does Screen Time Take Away from Language Development Time? Children learn to talk and communicate through interactions with other people. That’s the way it has always been and that’s the way it will continue to be, despite any new technology that comes our way. The first years of life are crucial for your child’s […]
The Importance of Family Routines Every family needs routines. They help to organise life and keep it from becoming too chaotic. Children do best when routines are regular, predictable, and consistent. Routines let children know what’s important to their family. Highly meaningful routines are sometimes called rituals. These can help strengthen their shared beliefs and values, and […]
Promoting Positive Behaviour – Key Messages about Managing Your Child’s Behaviour How you react as a parent is normally connected to how your child is behaving. If you are aware of how you are feeling it will help you to be more aware of what is causing your child’s behaviour. Be Consistent – Both parents […]
Here is an interesting article about the personal experience of Asperger’s Syndrome – or Autistic Spectrum Disorder as it is more commonly known now. This is coming from a granny who has been involved in Education throughout her working life and her grandson who was diagnose with Asperger’s at the age of 6. It gives […]
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