Tweet IS TECHNOLOGY THE CAUSE OF MY CHILD’S DEVELOPMENTAL DELAY is a question a lot of parents are asking in our modern world full of gadgets and devices. So many parents approach me after being told by their doctor or paediatrician that their child has a speech delay, is withdrawn socially, or is developmentally delayed. In some cases they are given an instant introduction to the concept that their child may be autistic. In a state of panic, the parents begin the...
Tweet STARTING SCHOOL HAVE YOU PREPARED YOUR CHILD FOR THIS HUGE STEP Starting school is a major milestone in a child’s life. Have you prepared your child appropriately? Have you prepared yourself emotionally? Children are naturally curious but the fear of that first step into the unknown can be strong for some children and its important to take the right...
Tweet I strongly believe that there is an opportunity to teach your children, what you want them to know in even the tiniest of circumstance. Chances to impart life skills and knowledge pop up every day, if you have the open mind to be able to spot them. It may seem like a simple thing but this morning when I was doing homework with my 8 year old daughter, after much complaining that she didn’t see the point in doing a certain task, I took the chance to offer a...
Tweet Adults and children alike have fears. Fear is something we all experience because it’s a built in protective measure that helps us avoid or predict danger. But when your child has fears that interrupt sleep, or daily activities, what can you do to help? They don’t have to be severe fears to change the way your child behaves. The top five fears for younger children are: 5- Doctor 4- War 3- Personal Danger 2- Loss of a Parent 1- Divorce And though your own child may...
Tweet A school memory box is a safe place to keep your child’s artwork, accomplishments and memories throughout each school year. There are many ways to make a memory box — from an easy organized space to a more involved DIY project, which is perfect for older kids and parents to make together. This easy family tradition can be done yearly and becomes an organizational tool for you and your child to keep prized possessions from his childhood. Possessions you can both reflect...
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