Many working parents rely on daycare to return to their jobs. Daycare is a blessing for many parents, but daycare is not a replacement for parental care. Children need their parents to care for and raise them, so children shouldn’t be in daycare all day, every day. But how many days–and hours during the day–is …
Whether you’re a parent or pediatrician, there are many opinions on what age is best for a child to begin attending daycare. Some believe the earlier, the better, so there’s less separation anxiety. Others believe that sending the child to daycare when he is older allows for proper parental bonding. There are a dozen other …
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Most parents know that reading to their children will benefit their future academics. However, new research indicates that math skills are more important than reading in predicting future academic success. In fact, experts are now advising that early math skills should take priority in early childhood classrooms over reading. Here is what the research studies …
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Children are born ready to understand the world around them. As they grow, they become more and more capable of pushing and pulling objects, rolling and bouncing balls, and asking questions. While children can learn many scientific concepts on their own (like gravity and buoyancy), adults can aid in satisfying and growing their curiosity. Further, …
Adults all know that toddlers and young children have an abundance of energy. Many parents must find ways for their children to burn off excess energy, like taking them to the park or enrolling them in a sport. But as children get a little older, they may turn to technology, games, or reading for entertainment …
All parents instinctively know there are benefits of reading to our children, but it’s hard to find time to read in the rush of the day! Between your job, social engagements, grocery shopping, sports practice, homework, and household duties, reading seems more of an inconvenience than a delight. However, research shows how important it is …
Children of every age love to color, paint, draw, cut, and glue. And often, the messier the project, the better! Should art for young children be seen as just a mess, or is there a developmental reason for the chaos? Luckily, research shows that channeling a child’s creativity through art has many positive benefits for …
While children may seem like they’re always up for a change in plans, children actually need the consistency of a structured routine to flourish. A schedule can be hard to accomplish as a stay-at-home parent. While you might have an ideal schedule in mind, it’s easy to give in to whatever you or your child …
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Choosing the right childcare for your family can feel like an overwhelming task. While it does take extra work upfront, there’s great satisfaction in finding the best childcare fit and confidence in the childcare provided. Here are some beginning steps to choosing childcare. Explore Types of Childcare There are many options for childcare. You could …
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Every parent wants to keep their child safe. Parents have the greatest control over their child’s safety when they are with them, but parents can’t be with their children all the time. You want to have a responsible childcare team that keeps your child safe at all times. But what makes a childcare center safe? …