Parenting toddlers can sometimes feel like a battle of wills, but it’s also an incredible learning journey for both you and your child. While toddlers are naturally curious and love to push boundaries, they also rely on their parents to set limits. It’s important to teach them early on that…
Month: September 2024
Building Healthy Smiles: 6 Easy Brushing Tips for Kids 0-6
Brushing your child’s teeth is an important habit that starts as soon as their first tooth appears – and continues for a lifetime! (Better Health Channel, 2024). Even before that first tiny tooth pops up, it’s a good idea to get into the habit of wiping your baby’s gums with…
Introduction to the Montessori Method for Raising Young Ones
Who is Maria Montessori? Maria Montessori was an Italian physician born on August 31, 1870, in Chiaravalle, Italy. She became one of Italy’s first female doctors in 1896. This was after an unconventional education starting in technical school and eventually shifting to medicine (Association Montessori Internationale (AMI), 2024). Her passion…
Neighbour Complaints? Tips for Soothing Your ‘Noisy’ Baby.
I once found myself on a flight, growing irritated as a baby nearby began to wail. “Why can’t the parents keep the baby quiet?” I wondered. “Just give them a bottle, a pacifier, do something!” However, over time, my perspective has shifted, and now I understand the real frustration isn’t…