CHILD DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE SOFT SPOT ON YOUR BABY’S HEAD
This topic is mainly directed toward mums who get scared and freak out when they notice soft pulsating spots called fontanelles on the head of their babies. Fontanelles are divided into two categories by their placement, namely the anterior fontanelle and the posterior fontanelle. What You Should Know About The Soft Spot 1. You will notice … Continue reading “WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE SOFT SPOT ON YOUR BABY’S HEAD”
7 Ways to Build Connection with Your Child to Improve Attachment
Research shows us that being connected to or having a secure attachment with our children is one of the most important actions a parent can take to improve behaviour in their children. A connection with you, provides a secure base and a secure base for many reasons improves behaviour. So how can you stay connected … Continue reading “7 Ways to Build Connection with Your Child to Improve Attachment”
10 Tips to Improve Parent-Child Communication
The way we talk to our children has a significant impact on their learning and ability to listen and talk to us. Children usually respond to us in the same way we speak to them. The most effective way to talk to your child is through assertive communication. It is firm, yet consistent, clear, gentle … Continue reading “10 Tips to Improve Parent-Child Communication”
How to Find the Right Nanny For Your Family
Choosing the person in whose care you will place your precious child can be a very tough decision to make. A nanny is a person you employ to provide one-on-one care for your child in your home. You can choose to have a live-in nanny, who will stay in your home or a day nanny … Continue reading “How to Find the Right Nanny For Your Family”
3 Parenting Tips to Minimize Sibling Rivalry
Have you ever heard the old saying, “the squeakiest cog gets the oil”? This basically means on a piece of machinery we focus on what is making the most noise more so than the other parts. Sometimes this is also the case when we are raising our children. While our children are definitely not … Continue reading “3 Parenting Tips to Minimize Sibling Rivalry”
