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4 Year Old Development: Milestones, Behaviour and What to Expect
Every four year old grows and learns in their own wonderful way. This stage is full of imagination, friendships and independence as children explore the world with curiosity and confidence. In this guide, we’ll look at what’s typical for 4 year old development - from language and social skills to physical growth and emotional awareness.

Emma Christmas
Nov 104 min read


Understanding Your Child’s Concentration: Normal Attention Spans and How to Help Kids Focus
If you’ve ever thought, 'Why do they lose interest so quickly?' or 'Is it normal for them to have such a short attention span!?'- you’re not alone! Many parents worry about their child’s ability to focus, but here’s the truth: young children can’t concentrate like adults - and that’s completely normal.

Emma Christmas
Oct 82 min read


Emotional Regulation for Children: Co-Regulation vs Self-Regulation Made Simple
Most adults weren't taught about emotions as children. No one taught us how to be aware of our feelings or how to manage our behaviour when those feelings became overwhelming. Lots of adults report being sent to their rooms or being shouted at when their behaviour didn’t meet their grown ups’ expectations. I’d like to assume that for the majority of us, our parents tried their best with the information they had at the time. But now that we know more about brain development a

Emma Christmas
Sep 185 min read


7 Simple Play Activities for Babies Under 6 Months
Explore simple, age-appropriate baby play ideas for pre-weaning infants. Designed for babies under 6 months, these activities boost sensory skills, motor development and early learning while encouraging bonding. Try tummy time, puppet play and more - easy, safe and fun for you and your baby!

Emma Christmas
Sep 176 min read


What Is a Schema? A Parent’s Guide to Toddler Repetition, Learning and Play
Ever wondered why your toddler keeps lining up toys, hiding objects or repeating the same actions? These behaviours are part of something called schemas - the brain’s natural way of learning. Discover what schemas are, when they appear and how they support healthy child development.

Emma Christmas
Jan 9, 20233 min read
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