Tag: gentle parenting
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Why Reading to your child is the best
We often hear that reading is critical down the line, but why exactly should I read to my baby right now? How long should it last? What if my baby doesn’t seem interested? What are the best books for this age? Here are some considerations for reading time with your baby: Read to your baby…
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14 Inspiring Haitian Children’s Books
Being a Haitian immigrant, married to a Haitian man raising a Haitian multi-lingual daughter her seeing herself in books is important. It is often tough to hear or see any positive stories about Haiti. If it isn’t a disaster hurricane or earthquake. It’s something political or both. But that’s not my Haiti, not the Haiti…
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How To Handle Your Baby’s Fears
You’ve probably noticed that between 6 and 18 months, your baby’s growing cognition and awareness may also trigger sudden fears and insecurities. They may start to cry at loud sounds like the vacuum cleaner or blender or become afraid of taking baths or being around a familiar dog. Your baby may even show fear towards…
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What is Montessori? How and What You Need to Begin
WHAT IS MONTESSORI? Montessori was established by Dr Maria Montessori – who believed that a child (rightfully so) should be in charge and lead their learning. As we know you learn from experiences, and we (parents, caretakers, educators) are our child’s guide through life. This is the key to how Montessori is led and there’s…
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15 Must Read Gentle Parenting Books
This has to be my most requested blog post of all time and for good reason. I have curated a collection below of about a dozen books that together cover all of the vital aspects of gentle parenting (also known as attachment, respectful, peaceful, positive, parenting). As an educator with training and certificates in infant/adolescence…
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