by Marilee Hartling | May 4, 2020 | 12-24 Months, 24-36 Months, Parenting, Toddler
Animate the language Use variations in intonation and facial expressions in conversations with your child. Modulate volume, gesticulate, and emote. Maximize eye contact and let your child see your face and the movement of your lips when you are speaking. For those who...
by Marilee Hartling | May 4, 2020 | 12-24 Months, 24-36 Months, Parenting, Toddler
While social distancing and collective bouts of “cabin fever” are among the more frustrating aspects of the current lockdown, being presented with many opportunities to talk to and in front of your children is its remarkably beneficial aspect. Early parent-child...
by Marilee Hartling | Apr 29, 2020 | 12-24 Months, 24-36 Months, Parenting, Toddler
Following our discussion of the importance and numerous benefits of silly play with your children, we wanted to give you some inspiration. We’ve put together a selection of books that demonstrate different ways in which laughter and playfulness become effective...
by Marilee Hartling | Apr 29, 2020 | 12-24 Months, 24-36 Months, Parenting, Toddler
The popularity of funny homemade videos on TikTok and YouTube is evidence of our love of all things silly. While we all can use a good laugh every now and then, no one appreciates silliness more than children. Experimenting with sounds and facial expressions,...
by Marilee Hartling | Apr 17, 2020 | 12-24 Months, 24-36 Months, Parenting, Toddler
Having extra time with our children is a perfect opportunity to read together. Being read to offers toddlers the ultimate bonding experience with the parent. Sitting close, having your attention, and hearing the sound of your voice are the building blocks of healthy...
by Marilee Hartling | Apr 9, 2020 | Celebrations, Parenting, Toddler
Our sense of time might be affected by the quarantine lockdown: without a defined work and school schedules Monday feels like Thursday, and Saturday is no different from Tuesday. But nothing can stop the arrival of spring with its holidays and celebrations that...
by Marilee Hartling | Apr 7, 2020 | Uncategorized
…AND NOW FOR SOMETHING A LITTLE DIFFERENT! Mother’s (or Father’s) Little Helper This super-fun activity is known to adults by it’s not-so-glamorous name: chores. While many parents are aware of their toddler’s aptitude for making a fine mess, few...
by Marilee Hartling | Mar 31, 2020 | 12-24 Months, 24-36 Months, Uncategorized
WE ARE GOING TO THE ZOO! Going to the Zoo. Really. While an actual trip to visit the animals might have to be postponed, zoos and aquariums all over the country are offering a glimpse at their inhabitants via stream from live webcams. Here are some of the places you...
by Marilee Hartling | Mar 30, 2020 | 12-24 Months, 24-36 Months, 6-12 Months, Uncategorized
Many of us find our regular schedules brought to a halt as we combine our efforts to slow down the spread of COVID-19 coronavirus by following Safer-at-Home emergency order. As a result, we are now tasked with creating the “new normal” for ourselves and for our kids....
by Marilee Hartling | Mar 19, 2020 | Uncategorized
As we follow numerous news reports on COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak, we, as parents, are tasked with managing our own anxiety. It becomes particularly important as we try to become a source of comfort and assurance to our children. Our life experience and knowledge...
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