Early childhood is a time for showing off, mixing fact and fiction, and learning how to think about the world using language. This is without being able to test the effects of our thoughts, actions, and plans, on the world, as we shall have to do later in life; but is enabled by language that is understood by others. We have been having great fun learning that language, and…
We can never know completely what affects a child at every stage of their lives and what does not have an effect on their mental health. But there surely have been several studies to establish such effects. There are many influences on children during the crucial developmental stage of their lives. The key is to be aware of the negative influences and to do your best to provide a…
As parents, we want only the most qualified people to care for our children. For many of us, only family will do, but not everyone is that lucky. If you are concerned about finding a quality sitter for your child, you are not alone. Buckhead sitters are in high demand these days. If you live in the Atlanta area, hiring reliable Buckhead babysitters may rank as a top priority…
‘Why is my friend’s dad in an urn?’ The question struck me. This little man in front of me was just crying about his lost toy yesterday… and today, he’s asking me about this. I got stunted with how inquisitive he got. Mortified, even. Believe me, I know the answer. I know the answer too well. There’s too much in the news. Even for me, there’s too much to…
Seeking appropriate childcare for your family is one of the most important tasks you will complete as a new parent. You will obviously want to choose high-quality providers for your child, but it is challenging to do so independently. Many parents turn to childcare staff agencies, and they are much happier with the results. Why Use A Staff Agency Many parents have good luck using local advertisements, references, and…
Child development is not linear. While there are many things that children master and never forget, there are also many times a child will stop doing something for a while, but they regress later. Sometimes this is a very typical part of childhood. However, sometimes, it is a sign of something more. Reasons for Child Regression Regression can occur for many reasons. However, most of the time, it is…
Babysitter activities will always be important. I have a strong memory of my babysitter when I was a young girl. Her name was Danielle. She used to come over and watch us when our parents went out for dinner or went away for a weekend. She was my most favorite person of all time. There was always an outdoor adventure to be had, or she had us enthralled in…
The Federal government has been providing suggestions and guidelines for return to work, travel, and daily activities to survive the COVID-19 pandemic – but you’ll find many states have adopted stricter stay-at-home policies for residents in regards to nanny services These orders generally allow for essential workers to leave home and go to work. An essential worker is defined on an individual state-by-state basis. Still, they encompass typically what…
Baby proofing your home is hardly a one-time event. As your child grows, so do potential hazards they’ll face and opportunities for your child to dirty and destroy your home that you just spent what felt like hours making spotless. Because let’s face it – although small, children have the unique ability to get into everything and create disorder. Protecting your child as well as your home means preventing…
Hiring a babysitter is a big decision. You want to hire the best person for your children without breaking the bank. In addition, you want to make sure that the person and your child are a good fit. Sometimes a highly recommended sitter is fabulous but just does not fit with your family dynamic, and this is okay. However, there are times that the sitter is great with a…
