Page Text: From birth to 13 months
Baby and Toddler - Sensory Development
The video below shows a number of activities used at Baby Sensory classes which are specifically designed to help with the development of babies from birth.
Baby Sensory founder, Dr Lin Day has been commissioned to write a series of articles about Baby Development for Early Years Professionals. Take a look at a some of her Top tips for parents as well as answers to some frequently asked questions.
Beating the Winter Blues
Most mothers have days when they feel really down. This is perfectly normal. Looking after a baby, being constantly on call and coping with the daily demands of life is not easy. However, mothers who start to feel more lethargic than usual and perhaps socially withdrawn as the winter season draws in could find themselves experiencing the ‘winter blues. Read More...
Baby Containers
The next time you put your baby in a bouncer, walker or strap-in chair, think carefully. Studies show that too much time spent in them can prevent them babies from getting the exercise that they need for healthy development. Read more...
Baby's First Easter
Your baby may be too young to decorate a hard-boiled egg or go on an egg hunt, but there are still plenty of ways to make Easter an educational and enjoyable event. Here are a few ideas to get you started. Read more...
Brain Foods
The brain is truly amazing and although we don’t know all its secrets yet, there is plenty of evidence to suggest that what we feed our children has a direct impact on their well-being, health and intelligence. Read more...
Cost-cutting Top Tips for new parents
Expectant parents can spend thousands of pounds on baby clothes, toys and other essentials before the birth. However, as many experienced parents will know, most items can be obtained at little or no expense and without depriving babies of anything that they really need. In fact, a new baby needs relatively little, except clothes, love, warmth and food. Read more...
Mother's Day
In Australia and New Zealand, Mother’s Day traditionally falls on the second Sunday in May. It is an occasion to thank Mums for their love, care and support throughout the year. Read more...
Prenatal Stress
Prenatal stress influences the stress response system of the baby. As early as the seventeenth week of gestation, the stress hormone cortisol has been found in measurable amounts in the amniotic fluid. This has been associated with changes to the baby’s immune system, and brain development, and a range of psychological and medical problems in later life. Read more...
Teething
What, why, how, when and where? Here are some answers to frequently asked questions: Read more...
Toy Safety
Every year, thousands of babies are hospitalised following an accident with a toy. Some of these accidents could be avoided by removing toys that contain small parts, sharp edges and points, magnets, strings or cords. Read more...
Travel
Keeping small children seated, quiet and entertained on a car or plane trip is a frightening prospect for most parents. But, with a little planning, travelling can be a fun experience for children and a relaxing one for parents. Here are some ideas on how to prepare for the journey and how to keep your child busy and happy on the way. Read more...
Tummy Time
Tummy time is an essential aspect of development from birth. It promotes:
Healthy development of the central nervous system and brain.
Strong neck, back and upper body muscles.
Balance, coordination, stability and postural skills.