The effects of technology on children
From social media to video games, increasingly more technological offerings are fighting for your kids’ attention these days. The growing presence and accessibility of technology in children’s lives, from their very first year through their teenage years, is a double-edged sword. How technologies are applied and how children are exposed to and use them can […]
The importance of toys in a child’s development
Plenty of evidence shows how playing with toys is an essential aspect of children’s development. Children of all ages enjoy playing with toys and the different roles toys play in their make-believe games and fantasy worlds. But toys are much more than simple playthings. Many studies have shown that children learn through interaction and toys […]
Are letter reversals a sign of dyslexia?
During the phase of learning to read, children sometimes mistake certain letters for similar ones, especially ones that can easily be reversed. For example, the child may read “bear” as “dear” or look at the word “dog” and read it as “god”. These types of errors are referred to as “reversals”. But are word and […]
Why you shouldn’t try to be a perfect parent
Parenting is a highly demanding job that can seem overwhelming at times, considering the level of responsibility involved. The pressure on today’s parents to do and be everything for their kids is also a real problem. From judgmental parenting books to the shaming that goes on in online forums and social media, it’s no wonder […]
Does ADHD go away as children get older?
ADHD is a common childhood mental health condition. ADHD stands for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Some of the most common symptoms of ADHD in childhood include being inattentive, disorganised, hyperactive, impulsive, and easily distracted. It is believed that around 10% of all children have this disorder. Often, when children are first diagnosed, one of the […]
What are executive functions and why are they important?
Our brains perform several tasks that are necessary to think and act. During early childhood, it is important develop some of these tasks. Some of the most important ones help us learn new information, keep new information in our minds, and use it to solve problems of everyday life. These tasks are performed by the […]
The importance of independent play for kids
Playtime holds great importance for kids’ development. Especially independent play is essential for kids to explore and learn more about themselves. Independent play is a time where kids play in a safe area alone for a certain period of time. Let’s look at some of the most valuable reasons why kids should play alone regularly. […]
How to best support your child during divorce
Divorce can end some unhealthy situations, and can sometimes be the best solution for a struggling family. But if you’re a parent going through a breakup or divorce, you’re thinking about more than just yourself. If you’re worried about how your relationship breakup or divorce might affect your child, you’re not alone. In this article, […]
What are night terrors and what to do if your child gets them
Night terrors in kids, also known as sleep terrors, are sometimes mistaken for nightmares. Both of these occurrences cause distress and disrupt sleep, but they are quite different. And although night terrors are less common than nightmares, they are not unusual – especially among young kids. But what exactly are night terrors? Let’s take a […]
Why taste and smell are important
Kids’ senses of smell and taste are often taken for granted. From birth, parents are encouraged to engage their kids in sensory play that boost the development of their sight, touch and vocabulary. But what about tasting and smelling? These senses are integral to how humans understand the world around them. So, along with showing […]
