A father tends to: Bond with children in short bursts of connection, both physical and emotional ("short-touch" bonding, rough-and-tumble play). Focus on teaching children order, pattern thinking, and ritualized action, (Dads will tend to care less about the minutia of the child’s needs, but care more about larger structures and tools the child might need for … [Read more...] about Did You Know? – Dads as parents
Kids
Comfort objects
Babies often form an attachment to certain objects such as toys, a pacifier, or a pillow. We as parents encourage this attachment as it helps soothe the babies and calm them. The advantages of doing so are as follows: Comfort objects reassure the baby.They provide babies with a sense of familiarity. Comfort objects are there with the child at all times. This is … [Read more...] about Comfort objects
Learning to Share
Parents should realize that toddlers just over a year old are too young to understand the concept of sharing. Having only recently gained independence and a few possessions of their own, most toddlers are unwilling to part with their precious bounty.We come across two types of reaction from toddlers when they are told to share their stuff: Some refuse to give and create a … [Read more...] about Learning to Share
Those toe-walking Angels
Toddlers find it amusing to walk on their toes and may walk quite a distance if not reprimanded by adults. In some cases, the toddler may outgrow this habit. A firm high cut shoe that does not bend in the middle can help the toddler overcome this habit. In case the efforts may not yield the desired changes, visit a doctor or take medical guidance at the earliest. Toe walking is … [Read more...] about Those toe-walking Angels
Prepare older children for the baby
The arrival of a new baby requires planning and preparation. If you already have other children, you will need to prepare them in advance to expect the new addition to your family. This is important to prevent them from experiencing feelings of jealousy because of the newborn baby.Here are some ways you can help prepare your children for the arrival of the new baby:Inform … [Read more...] about Prepare older children for the baby