Category Archives: Child Development

Tip #92 – Persisting with Food

Posted on February 6, 2011 by

You will soon discover which foods your baby likes and dislikes. These can change all the time, so if they push the spoon away now, keep trying every few weeks. Go here to order a copy of Baby SOS.

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Tip #86 – Food and Speech Development

Posted on January 31, 2011 by

Let babies (who are on solids) and toddlers taste different foods with different textures as it has been said to enhance speech development. To order a copy of the Baby SOS book, click here.

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Tip #85 – Tummy Time

Posted on January 30, 2011 by

Give your baby tummy time from at least two weeks of age for at least half an hour a day. You can put them on their tummy on a mat or on you. This will help strengthen the upper body … Continue reading →

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Tip #39 – Crawling

Posted on December 9, 2010 by

Some babies crawl before they can sit up. Some babies never crawl – they just shuffle forwards, backwards or even sidewards. Baby SOS has an informative section on how to help build strength to enable your baby to begin to … Continue reading →

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Tip #38 – Boundaries

Posted on December 8, 2010 by

It is important for both parents and all carer’s to be clear about boundaries for your baby. It would be very confusing for your child if mum allows baby to touch the DVD player, but dad does not. Have a … Continue reading →

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Tip #36 – Biting

Posted on December 6, 2010 by

If your baby starts to bite, you need to take action immediately. If your baby or toddler is playing with a toy and bites another person, immediately take the toy away, or take the baby away from the situation. This reinforces … Continue reading →

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