Lately I have been feeling so nostalgic over the time when my girls were infants. It really does seem like yesterday that Chelyn was learning how to crawl and now she cooks alongside me in the kitchen! What really speaks to me about those days is the realization that the activities and toys the girls … Continue reading “The First year-what a precious time!”
So how does the baby’s room change as she enters months 6-12? Important changes are occurring in the development of the child during this period. The baby will start moving, touching objects while lying on her back or stomach and when she can, grasp them and put them in her mouth. She will begin to … Continue reading “The Baby is Coming!!!! Preparing for your biggest life change…ever (Part-2)”
While fully immersed in the excitement of pregnancy (first sonogram, feeling the first kick, etc.)…there’s an ever-present knowing: the baby is coming, and life will change forever…and overnight you’ll experience less sleep, immense love (combined with a bunch of other emotions), logistics you hadn’t even dreamed of, and much, much more… It’s only natural to … Continue reading “The Baby is Coming!!!! Preparing for your biggest life change…ever (Part-1)”
I think we can all agree that infants are pretty amazing right? In one year they learn to roll over, slither, sit up, crawl, and walk! There is nothing sweeter than hearing those first coos, seeing that first smile, and watching the moment when they discover their toes. There is so much happening inside those … Continue reading “FREE Visual Stimulation Cards For Newborns”
Where I live, the weather can start one temperature in the morning and be completely different by the afternoon. This winter has been no exception. Chilly mornings and warm afternoons have us juggling for the right layers needed for the day. In my house, Chelyn and Emily can choose the clothing they wish to wear … Continue reading “Coat Confidential”
Have you ever noticed that when your child wants a drink of water, you are just about to begin an activity? It’s almost as if there is a secret sensor that the child tunes into knowing that precise moment to ask. Whether on the phone, getting ready for a quick shower or sitting down to … Continue reading “Who’s Thirsty?”
If you go shopping with a Montessori teacher, you may find yourself on the hunt for that “just-right” spoon, natural fiber trays and beautiful small pitchers of glass or ceramic. We go to flea markets and farmer’s markets, big box stores and garage sales, always searching for those materials that will make the classroom beautiful … Continue reading “A little can change a lot”
Let me set the scene: Friend: “Can you believe what happened on Game of Thrones?” You: “Wait..what? I haven’t watched it yet.” Friend: “What part haven’t you seen yet, the part when…” You: “Don’t tell me!!!” Confession time. I am not current on Game of Thrones. However; I think we can all agree that there … Continue reading “Watch Out-Spoiler Alert!”
We were driving home from school, and—next thing I know—my daughter Chelyn is exclaiming “Yay! I’m so excited! I haven’t been in so long! I can’t wait to go there!” and jumping up and down (as best she could while in her seatbelt). …I had just announced that we were going to the library. Chelyn … Continue reading “4 Simple Tips to Get Your Child to Read All the Time Without You Ask”
You want the best for your baby, and you want your kid to be smart, right? Well, research shows that intellect & smart-ness develop from of a foundation of the five senses.…enter, The Montessori Mobiles. Montessori Mobiles give your baby a chance to develop and refine their senses. So, by providing a great foundation for … Continue reading “Fill Your Baby’s World with Wonder, Imagination, and MONTESSORI MOBILES!”
