There are some parts to this one. Part 1: No need to use baby-talk Children in the first 6 years are absorbent minds. They can understand and can absorb language as it is. That’s why our babies, in their own time start speaking exactly the language that’s present in their own environment. Therefore, it’s highly...

Work of the child leads to self-construction Think about your child. What do you see her doing? A myriad of activities – waving her arms and feet, pulling up and standing, rolling over the bed, trying to climb the sofa on her own, walking on a thin border of the jogging track with utmost...

Think of why you are on this page reading things about ‘parenting’. Because you are aware that  you are a big factor on what your child is becoming and learning. As caregivers, we automatically become the provider of a physical environment for our child to grow up in. Our home, the school and parks...

“I know you really want to that eat ice cream right now, and it’s fair to feel so because you saw it in the freezer but it’s for tonight’s party and we can only eat it then.” Said the parent with her / his calm and loving voice. This is such a game-changer. This...

This is tough and definitely takes some practice. So many times we find ourselves say No to our children. This NO habit can have some unintended consequences. Saying ‘No’ to a child (or for that matter anyone) invites disagreement or upset. And it’s a response best avoided. On the other hand, constantly saying no...