When you are a new mom it can be overwhelming to see all of the toys, gadgets, and supplies that you need to survive baby’s first year. Which toys will your baby actually use and which ones should you skip? Simple toys that actually encourage development are some of the best ones you can buy …
Posts from: October 2017
Have you heard about the importance of early literacy skills in young children? Do you know what skills these include? Early literacy skills include Phonemic Awareness – the knowledge and manipulation of sounds in spoken words. Phonics – the relationship between written and spoken letters and sounds. Fluency – the ability to read with accuracy, appropriate rate and …
With the holidays just around the corner it is time to think about ways to make your life easier when you travel. Flying with an infant or toddler can seem a bit overwhelming! Holidays should be a time for enjoyment…not stress! Last year I traveled across the country with my 15 month old son for …
Your little one is out of the newborn stage and is now starting to move from grunts to a variety of coos, shrieks, and sounds. They are playing with their voice and responding to sounds in their environment. The skills needed to express themselves and understand words are language skills. Do you know how to …
Your baby is starting to become more aware of the world around them and are wanting to interact with it. Simple toys are great for encouraging skills in all areas of development including: cognitive, social, motor, adaptive, and language. The best developmental toys for 6-12 months are ones that are simple and require your baby …