The study of love – Introducing Attachment Theory When a baby cries, that is an attachment behaviour. When a parent has a pattern of responding to that cry, the baby knows that he is safe. But when a parent has a pattern of responding differently, s
There is a change that occurs when a child is approximately 18 months old. This change marks the movement of a child from a relationship with their mother that is symbiotic, into one that is about differentiation. It is at this stage that a child is
"Imagination is more important than knowledge." Albert Einstein Einstein knew it, and leading researchers like Stuart Brown agree, unstructured, child lead, imaginative play is vital for normal social, emotional and cognitive development. Children natural
From the time that babies become aware of the world around them they begin to form important relationships with the people in their lives. They quickly learn that certain people are vital to their happiness and their survival. Babies dont have the ability
If ever there was an area where freedom of choice was a fundamental right, its when it comes to our children's health. Parents are free to choose what their children eat, what their children are exposed to on TV and a myriad of other issues which, as the
Sleepless nights for a new Mum and Dad are common place in the early weeks of a newborns life. Many things are normal, such as a little burp after feeding, or crying when hungry, however a particularly distressing cry, constipation, poor feeding, colic, o
The Ugly news (part 2) Animal Testing and Cruelty Free Skin Care for You and your Family: Sadly, a great many companies still test product on animals, or have it done for them. There is absolutely no reason for this to be continuing, with other more accur
Why use natural and organic products? There are many reasons why it is desirable to use products that contain only natural and certified organic ingredients. Firstly, our skin is our largest organ and it absorbs the products we use through our pores. By u
How can I help my baby? Hip bracing is used to hold your babys hips in a position to promote proper growth and development of her hips. The hip brace will hold her legs apart and turn them outwards, in a frog-legged position. This can pose a few challenge
So your baby has been diagnosed with hip dysplasia but youre still confused as to what this means for her?* Debbie Clemens of Hip Babes sheds some light on hip dysplasia, what can be done about it and how you can help your child adjust to her treatment. W
