Tag: early childhood education
Help your little one cope with separation anxiety
Separation anxiety is a common and natural feeling that many children experience when they are away from their parents or primary caregivers. It usually starts between 6 months and 3 years of age, and it can vary in intensity and duration depending on the child’s temperament, attachment, and environment. Help your little one cope with
When is My Baby Ready to Walk?
Babies go through many stages of physical development in their first year of life. They learn to roll over, lift their head, crawl, stand, and walk. These are important milestones that show how your baby is growing and learning new skills. Here is a brief overview of each milestone and when to expect it. Roll
The Differences Between Preschool and Pre-K
Are you trying to decide which educational program is right for your child? If so, you may be considering preschool and pre-K. While these two programs have similarities, there are noticeable differences. Depending on where you live, what daycare or school you attend, the classes may be merged into one full class. Take a closer
A Ray of Hope for Struggling Exhausted Mothers
Motherhood is a tireless job that consumes the mother physically and mentally. New children bring parents a feeling of joy, along with enormous responsibility. The health of the mother takes a hit from pregnancy in varying ways. Postpartum Depression Postpartum depression (PPD) is one condition after childbirth that impacts maternal health. It can also affect pediatric
Why Childcare Services Are Unaffordable for Working Mothers
For many working mothers in the United States, the skyrocketing cost of childcare is a significant threat to their professional success and financial stability. According to Child Care Aware of America, center-based infant care in the US costs more than $14,000 annually on average. This sum exceeds many colleges’ and universities’ yearly tuition. Because of this expense,