Infant Directed Speech helps your baby learn to speak
What is Infant Directed Speech? Infant Directed Speech (IDS), or ‘baby talk’ is a method of communication which makes it easier for babies to pick up on emotional intentions, and...
Why do babies prefer Infant Directed Speech?
What is Infant Directed Speech? Infant Directed Speech (IDS), or ‘baby talk’ is a method of communication which makes it easier for babies to pick up on emotional intentions. Done...
How does non-verbal communication impact infant development?
Non-verbal communication is important because it can indirectly influence your baby’s social, emotional, and language development. Many parents unknowingly use baby signing when they try to communicate with their baby....
Overexcitabilities in gifted children
Does your child have trouble with fidgeting and focusing? Do they have trouble sleeping? Are they really picky eaters? Or are they physically affected by emotions? Some of these traits,...
Types of Omega-3 fatty acids and their significance
What’s the hype around Omega-3’s? Omega-3’s are fatty acids that support fetal/cognitive development, heart health, and learning, amongst a host of other benefits. Omega-3’s are called essential fatty acids because...
A guide to salt intake for children
Too much salt is a global issue We’ve talked a lot about essential nutrients like Omega-3’s and their benefits, but what about salt? Salt is an essential nutrient, but it...
Is cow's milk necessary for growing children?
You might associate milk with calcium, healthy bones, and height- but is it really necessary for your child? In short, it depends on lactose tolerance, diet variance, capacity to digest...
Should I be worried about mercury in fish?
Where mercury comes from Mercury is produced primarily through industrial pollution, volcanic activity, and rivers, streams, and oceans. Algae consumes a lot of mercury present in seawater; then fish eat...
Your baby's transition to solid foods
Transitioning from breastfeeding to solid foods can be an uncertain yet exciting time. Below are answers to some of our parents’ most commonly asked questions; they’ll ensure your baby’s transition...
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