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We get so excited to hear a baby’s first words that we often times forget about the crucial communication skills that come before. Baby pointing is an essential step in communication as it encourages your baby to imitate and also communicate their wants and needs. How can you encourage this skill? At what age do …

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Your little one just had a birthday and is now in the transition from baby to toddler. With a whole new skill set you may be wondering what the best activities for 1-year-olds are?  As an early childhood teacher, I know how important it is to have a variety of activities and ideas to keep …

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Are you looking for the best baby toys for your infant’s fine motor development?  There are so many options that it can be a bit overwhelming when buying toys for your little one.  I think it is best to keep it simple! After working in early intervention for 6 years and my experiences with my …

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Your little one is becoming more independent everyday!  This means your baby may start holding their bottle during feeding times and moving about more on their own. The skills that are needed to feed themselves, regulate sleep, and become independent in daily routines are known as adaptive or self help skills. In this post I …

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