Parents often want to know how they can tell if their child is actually making progress in school. It’s a question that every parent struggles with from time to time, and sometimes those doubts or worries become overwhelming. The truth is, every child learns at a different rate and progresses at a different pace. It’s impossible for parents to know exactly when their child will be ready for the…
You may think toys are just for fun, but toys can help your child learn and develop. In fact, studies show that educational toys – like puzzles, blocks, and other constructors – have been shown to increase IQ scores by over 10 points when used on a regular basis. The inclusion of educational playing in your child’s daily routine helps them greatly while also allowing you to spend time…
As the parent of a preschooler, you apparently enjoy enduring the world through your kid’s eyes (and hands and feet) as he/she traverses and learns with great interest. You do not resent having to haul him/her off to school or hold them back from preschool by simply saying, ‘Oh, they’ll have to wait.’ You don’t shudder when your child asks you where 2 + 2 = and can’t wait…
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…
I Said No, and I’m Not Sorry: Being A More Assertive Parent Much as parenthood is filled with joy and happy events, it also involves lots of moments we may not be very proud of. As a mother to a faultless and adorable 6-year old, I deal with guilt a little too often and my daughter always makes me wonder if am a good mom. Yesterday was one such…
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…
It feels like almost weekly, we are inundated with stories on social media or the television about another child being abused or worse, gravely hurt. Perpetrated by a person who had been thoroughly vetted and trusted by the parents. It’s not an unfounded fear. You feel you have very little control over what is happening in your home while you are busy, and you don’t want your children to…
Education is something that is very important for all of us. It is something that starts of early in age, and in a broad sense, continues throughout our life. You could say that it is a journey rather than a destination. While this journey begins early on in life, one of the most important steps of it all happens to start off during our early years. Called preschool, it…
Teaching Skills To Children A child’s early learning years are an ideal time for skill development. The first five years of their life are crucial to their future successes and endeavors. During this vital time, they begin to learn various social and…
