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Your Child’s Development
Watching your child grow and develop is one of the most exciting parts of being a parent, especially in the early months when it seems every day brings a new skill.Knowing what to expect from your child will help you in many ways. If you’re worried she is not reaching...
Your Child’s Brain
Your baby’s brain is built over time: It starts during pregnancy, and continues through to early adulthood. And like a building, it needs a strong foundation.The brain is made up of several different areas that control everything we do—from hearing and walking to...
Screen time and young children
Children under 5 years old are exposed to more screens than ever before, including televisions, computers, gaming consoles, smartphones and tablets.When thinking about how much time your child spends with screens, be sure to include all these different devices. Also...
Promote Literacy From The Birth
Learning to read starts from birth. Newborn babies learn how to read signals all around them by listening to voices, watching faces and reading body language. Babies need to hear and use sounds, sound patterns and spoken language.
Play Time With Your Baby
As a parent, you are your baby’s first playmate. Play is a fun way for the two of you to bond and it encourages healthy child development.Play is how children learn—about themselves, other people, and the world around them. It helps to build confidence, relationships,...
Preventing Flat Heads in Babies
Why do some babies develop flat spots on their heads? For the first 6 months, the safest place for your baby to sleep is on his back, in a crib in your room. Babies who sleep on their back are much less likely to die of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). SIDS is...
Is My Child Growing Well
Children come in different sizes and shapes. Though your child may be taller or shorter, heavier or lighter than other children the same age, changes in height and weight generally follow a regular pattern that is right for your child Children come in different sizes...
Healthy Teeth For Children
When will my baby’s teeth appear? From birth to 12 months Wipe your baby’s gums with a soft, clean, damp cloth twice a day.As soon as the first teeth appear, clean them at least once a day (usually at bedtime) with a soft bristle toothbrush designed for babies. Lay...
Colic & Crying
Healthy babies cry. It’s the way they express their needs and communicate with the people around them. Most of the time, you respond with what your baby needs: by offering food, helping your baby sleep, changing a diaper, or just cuddling. Crying is important for...
Attachment – A Connection For Life
Why is attachment important? Attachment is the deep emotional bond between a baby and the person who provides most of his care. Just as most parents feel a strong connection with their newborn after birth, babies also become attached to their parents. Attachment takes...