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We all know we're supposed to read to our kids, but why? Let me dive into the development that happens when you crack open a book with a baby on your lap. #earlyliteracy #babydevelopment #readingtokids #babybooks #boardbooks Social Emotional Development, Development Programs, Baby Development, Foster Baby, Parent Coaching, Reading Stories, Emotional Regulation, Early Literacy, Learning Letters

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Reading Supports Emotional Development | Nurtured Noggins

We all know we're supposed to read to our kids, but why? Let me dive into the development that happens when you crack open a book with a baby on your lap. #earlyliteracy #babydevelopment #readingtokids #babybooks #boardbooks

From naps and routines, to cleanliness and accidents... a lot can change in your baby's day-to-day life when they start childcare. I asked 18 daycare teachers what they wish parents knew before they started their baby in daycare, and this is what they said. #daycare #choosingdaycare #childcare #workingmom Teacher Training Activities, Daycare Training, Train Activities, Daycare Teacher, Kids Daycare, Infant Daycare, Toddler Nap, Early Childhood Centre, Workingmom

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6 things to know BEFORE your baby starts child care

From naps and routines, to cleanliness and accidents... a lot can change in your baby's day-to-day life when they start childcare. I asked 18 daycare teachers what they wish parents knew before they started their baby in daycare, and this is what they said. #daycare #choosingdaycare #childcare #workingmom

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3 Must-Have Conversations for Pregnant Couples

Get on the same page with your partner before baby arrives with these 3 important discussion points! #pregnant #preparingforbaby #firsttimeparent

Both positive and negative language have the transformative power to make situations better or worse. This is true for babies and toddlers as much as it is for adults. I'm sharing 30 encouraging phrases that you can use with your little one to help them succeed and thrive. #positivewords #babies #toddlers #positiveparenting #newmom Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Parenting Advice, Encouraging Phrases, Positive Phrases

Positive Words for Babies and Kids of ALL Ages! | Nurtured Noggins

Both positive and negative language have the transformative power to make situations better or worse. This is true for babies and toddlers as much as it is for adults. I'm sharing 30 encouraging phrases that you can use with your little one to help them succeed and thrive. #positivewords #babies #toddlers #positiveparenting #newmom

Prepare your body, mind, and home for the life-changing moment you give birth. In this self-paced virtual birth class, we'll cover everything you need to know leading up to the birth of your baby. #birthclass #prepareforbirth #birthinginfo #firsttimemom #firstbaby Birthing Classes, First Time Parents, Lactation Consultant, Life Transitions, Birth Plan, Fitness Experts, Parenting 101, Pregnancy Workout

Birth School Virtual Birth Class | Nurtured Noggins

Prepare your body, mind, and home for the life-changing moment you give birth. In this self-paced virtual birth class, we'll cover everything you need to know leading up to the birth of your baby. #birthclass #prepareforbirth #birthinginfo #firsttimemom #firstbaby

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"The days are long but the years are short." Sometimes this phrase seems like a good reminder, and other times it may give you the urge to smack the person who said it (they usually aren't in the depths of early motherhood). However, it benefits us as parents to slow down and embrace this season of slow-fast. Slowing down can require a bit of a mindset switch. I'll show you how to make that switch. #parenthood #slowparenting #familybalance #infants Last Week Of Pregnancy, Slow Parenting, 6 Month Olds, Infancy, Tantrums, Adolescence

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The slow-fast experience of parenting | Nurtured Noggins

"The days are long but the years are short." Sometimes this phrase seems like a good reminder, and other times it may give you the urge to smack the person who said it (they usually aren't in the depths of early motherhood). However, it benefits us as parents to slow down and embrace this season of slow-fast. Slowing down can require a bit of a mindset switch. I'll show you how to make that switch. #parenthood #slowparenting #familybalance #infants

Eat, sleep, poop. Then what? Short wake times and limited physical abilities can make it challenging to create engaging play experiences for your 0-3 month old baby. Luckily, I've got you covered with 20 ways you can play with your infant. #newborns #infants #development #play #newbornplay 3 Months Baby Activities, Newborn Activities, Learning Activities, Newborn Play, Newborn Care, Babies First Year, First Baby, Gassy Baby, 2 Month Old Baby

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20 Ways to Play with a 0-3 Month Old | Nurtured Noggins

Eat, sleep, poop. Then what? Short wake times and limited physical abilities can make it challenging to create engaging play experiences for your 0-3 month old baby. Luckily, I've got you covered with 20 ways you can play with your infant. #newborns #infants #development #play #newbornplay

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Play is so powerful for little ones, but over time, it can be challenging to come up with new and interesting ways to play with you baby. That's why I've come up with this list of 20 developmentally-appropriate activities you can do with your 6-9 month old. #babies #infants #development #play #infantplay Baby Learning Activities, Infant Activities, Summer Activities, 9 Month Old Baby, 9th Month, Age Appropriate Toys, Activity Cube, Kids Schedule, Summer Toys

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20 Developmentally-Appropriate Activities for 6-9 Month Olds | Nurtured Noggins

Play is so powerful for little ones, but over time, it can be challenging to come up with new and interesting ways to play with you baby. That's why I've come up with this list of 20 developmentally-appropriate activities you can do with your 6-9 month old. #babies #infants #development #play #infantplay

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What kid doesn't love playing with blocks? While they're playing, you can be watching and learning. Find out what you can learn about your child as you watch them play with this simple toy. #toddlers #babies #infants #blocks #play #development Toddler Age, Toddler Toys, Toddler Crafts, Cognitive Development, Child Development, Parenting Hacks, Kids And Parenting, Montessori Playroom, Age Appropriate Chores

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Playing with Blocks Observations | Nurtured Noggins

What kid doesn't love playing with blocks? While they're playing, you can be watching and learning. Find out what you can learn about your child as you watch them play with this simple toy. #toddlers #babies #infants #blocks #play #development

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It's almost impossible to hold a newborn without feeling your heart ache a little. We humans can't help it... we're literally wired to respond to cute tiny creatures. Thankfully, this biological response is what allows us to develop the instincts needed to become good caretakers and parents. Read more about these responses and how it fosters bonding. #newborns #pregnancy #infants #bonding #babies Newborn Feeding, Newborn Schedule, Tiny Puppies, 9 Month Olds, Chubby Cheeks, Baby Makes

3 Reasons newborns are irresistible | Nurtured Noggins

It's almost impossible to hold a newborn without feeling your heart ache a little. We humans can't help it... we're literally wired to respond to cute tiny creatures. Thankfully, this biological response is what allows us to develop the instincts needed to become good caretakers and parents. Read more about these responses and how it fosters bonding. #newborns #pregnancy #infants #bonding #babies

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Once you have a baby, all sorts of people talk to you about the experience. Stories, advice, and questions come from friends, family, and perfect strangers. In general, I love this aspect of parenthood. I love that children bring people together. I love being a part of the camaraderie of parenthood. But there's one question that still gets under my skin... #infants #babies #babyadvice #parenthood How Are Things, Things To Think About, Receptive Language, It Hurts Me, Under My Skin, Perfect Strangers, About Me Questions, Trouble Sleeping, Try To Remember

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Can Babies be "BAD?" | Nurtured Noggins

Once you have a baby, all sorts of people talk to you about the experience. Stories, advice, and questions come from friends, family, and perfect strangers. In general, I love this aspect of parenthood. I love that children bring people together. I love being a part of the camaraderie of parenthood. But there's one question that still gets under my skin... #infants #babies #babyadvice #parenthood

We all want our kids to grow up to be kind and compassionate humans, but is it something we need to teach them? Recent research tells us that infants and toddlers are much more empathic that we thought, and will naturally demonstrate an inclination towards kindness. Find out how you can help to foster that innate characteristic in your child. #teachkindness #toddlers #toddlerbehavior #kindtoddler #parenting Self Regulation, Empathic, Toddler Behavior, Kind Kids, Developmental Milestones, Different Feelings, Social Development, Toddler Play

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How to Raise Kind Toddlers

We all want our kids to grow up to be kind and compassionate humans, but is it something we need to teach them? Recent research tells us that infants and toddlers are much more empathic that we thought, and will naturally demonstrate an inclination towards kindness. Find out how you can help to foster that innate characteristic in your child. #teachkindness #toddlers #toddlerbehavior #kindtoddler #parenting

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Hearing a baby cry triggers something in us that wants to make it stop. This is good! It's an instinct that encourages adults to check on babies to make sure they're safe. But it's more than that. Crying is baby's way of communicating. It's all they have. So what is your baby saying when he cries (and what can you do about it)? #babies #newborn #newborncry #parenting #newparent #newmom Newborn Hacks, Baby Hacks, Baby Tips, High Needs Baby, Newborn Keepsake, Baby Calm, Make It Stop, Home Beauty Tips

7 Reasons Newborns Cry | Nurtured Noggins

Hearing a baby cry triggers something in us that wants to make it stop. This is good! It's an instinct that encourages adults to check on babies to make sure they're safe. But it's more than that. Crying is baby's way of communicating. It's all they have. So what is your baby saying when he cries (and what can you do about it)? #babies #newborn #newborncry #parenting #newparent #newmom

Children today spend 8 hours less per week playing than children did 20 years ago. Yikes. Play has positive affects on a child's development, so parents need to actively encourage playtime for their children and infants. Knowing the 6 key elements of play can help you better foster meaningful play. #play #kidsplay #toddleractivities #parenting #mom Play Based Learning, Learning Through Play, Kids Learning, Parenting Mom, Parenting Articles, Educational Activities, Toddler Activities, Emotional Skills, Gross Motor Skills

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6 Key Elements of Meaningful Play | Nurtured Noggins

Children today spend 8 hours less per week playing than children did 20 years ago. Yikes. Play has positive affects on a child's development, so parents need to actively encourage playtime for their children and infants. Knowing the 6 key elements of play can help you better foster meaningful play. #play #kidsplay #toddleractivities #parenting #mom