by | May 27, 2014 | Emotional development, Learning |
We encourage crying in our family. Not alone but with someone providing ‘love’ at the same time. This might be a hug, labeling how they feel to show empathy or even just being there with them. Crying is a physical way of releasing the energy from...
by | May 24, 2014 | Emotional development, Milestones |
Whilst it is tricky negotiating a two-year-old some days, I do get excited that my little boy is working how to think for himself, be independent and make his own choices. Working with children with disabilities makes you realise what an important milestone this...
by | Apr 24, 2014 | Being a parent, Emotional development, Going natural, Learning, Social skills |
Imagine having a child that is learning to be more mindful of others, at one with their natural environment and able to calm and regulate their emotions? This is just some of the benefits of teaching your child about mindfulness. If you’re not sure what...
by | Apr 19, 2014 | Behaviour management, Emotional development, Going natural, Learning, Literacy |
Despite being more of a physical exercise for adults, yoga for children possibly has more benefits for their brain and mind. Let’s first look at the benefits of introducing yoga to your little ones. What’s in it for them? Yoga connects the body, mind and...
by | Apr 16, 2014 | Emotional development, Going natural, Learning, Play |
Did you see my post on our ‘creation table’? We take it to different places in the backyard and the boys immediately start to use these different environments whilst they paint… There’s been decorated passion fruit, painted tomato and basil...
by | Apr 13, 2014 | Behaviour management, Being a parent, Emotional development |
Speaking from first hand experience, it is much easier to work on yourself staying ‘cool’ when your kids try to steal your calm than trying to pick up the pieces, for your kids and you! So how do you do this? – Being ‘mindful’ is one way...
