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Toddler

February 14

When Does Your Child Feels Loved The Most?

It's not as complicated as you think.

Dr. Gary Chapman, the author of the book The Five Love Languages, said that although parents naturally love their children, many children don't feel loved. "One possible reason is that parents aren’t “speaking” their child’s primary love language. Love can be expressed and
Toddler

November 9

WATCH: Drew Arellano Makes 'Astro Croissant' In 'Arellano Bakery'

We are ordering two dozens of Astro croissants, please!

Trust me when I say, this is the cutest video you'll ever see today.On Instagram, Drew Arellano shared a video of him as a pretend pastry chef in what he called the 'Arellano bakery.'His assistant, Kuya Primo, is helping him make some
Toddler

June 10

3 Scientifically Proven Benefits Of Kids Playing With Dads

It's simple to do but yields at least these three main benefits in a child's development

When it comes to anything and everything about a child, it is usually expected that mothers are more involved and have the most influence.“Tanong mo sa Mama mo,” we often hear in our childhood. “Alam ng Nanay mo yan,” and all other things.However,
Toddler

October 27

Benefits Of Playing Dress-Up | Smart Parenting

It appears that playing dress-up is actually a learning opportunity in disguise.

Part of the fun when celebrating Halloween is getting to wear costumes. Kids especially love it when they get to be the character they admire most. It could be a princess, a superhero, or even a robot! But it appears that more
Toddler

October 29

Play Therapy Makes Kids More Behave And Happier

Let your child’s brain, body, and social skills thrive with play therapy.

Play is one of the best ways for kids to learn. Apart from honing different sets of skills crucial for their development, it is also a way for them to discover and experience things for themselves. It can also be used as
Toddler

October 14

Different Kinds Of Play And How It Helps Your Child's Development

Pasado rin sa mga eksperto ang mga larong ito!

Alam mo ba na may iba't-ibang klase ng laro? Meron! At iba-iba rin ang mga benepisyong nakukuha ng mga anak mo dito.LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BENEFITS OF PLAY HERE:Sa pinakahuling episode ng aming webinar na How Po? Ibinahagi ni Teacher Thumby Server-Veloso
Toddler

May 15

Sensory Play for Toddlers and Babies

It's called sensory play, and it develops important skills in your child.

From birth to early childhood, our little ones engage their senses to explore and learn more about the world around them. That’s why they’ll tinker with anything and everything they get their hands on — and even put it in their mouth
Toddler

April 26

Playing in Dirt or Mud Benefits Kids

Experts say allowing kids to play in dirt fosters brain development, among other benefits.

As we write this piece, the temperature outside of Metro Manila is 34°C. The idea of playing outdoors — at least between 11 a.m and 4 p.m. — feels like we'll end up putting our kids through heat exhaustion. Who can blame
Toddler

December 31

Your Child's Brain Is Like a Sponge and Designed for Learning

Your baby's brain is wired to absorb and learn. You, mom and dad, have to nurture it.

New parents quickly discover that people are not kidding when they say babies are like sponges. Show them how to do something, and they pick it up just after two tries. Why do you think we should all be careful of introducing
Preschooler

June 16

Subic Forest Serves as a School for These Kids Once a Week

A work-at-home mom discovered that nature is the perfect space for learning and play

It was during our regular afternoon neighborhood walks with my daughter, Summer, that I thought about how fun it would be if we have a group of children involved in outdoor activities. One would think summer camp, but I wasn't quite convinced.
Preschooler

January 18

How to Handle a Clingy Preschooler Who Won't Let You Leave Him

Even if you're just in the kitchen *sigh*

Preschoolers are at an in-between stage. At 4 years old, your child is starting to feel like a “big kid” and is looking for more and more ways to become independent — she wants to choose her outfit or help out with the
Preschooler

December 22

You Can't Be Your Child's Playmate 24/7! 5 Solo Activities She Will Love to Play

Here are a few ideas to encourage her to get busy without you.

We know that young children need to learn how to entertain themselves. Not only because mom and dad are not always free for play time (there are chores that need doing!), but letting kids deal with boredom by themselves nurtures and develops
Real Parenting

November 10

Here's a Simple Way to Create Epic Memories With Your Kids

Your kids always want to be with YOU.

Play is everything to kids. But you know what they would love more? Having you to play with, and according to Ikea's The Play Report 2017, you benefit a lot from any lighthearted, active, satisfying, and fun activity. "This year’s research has strengthened our
Your Kid’s Health

November 10

Don't Raise a Couch Potato! 11+ Easy Ways to Get the Kids Moving

Your child doesn't have to play sports. But you should worry when you always find him on the couch.

In the United States, kids clock in seven hours of electronic gadget use per day, according to HealthyChildren, the parenting health resource site of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). That means kids are spending a lot of time sitting down and only 1 in
Toddler

September 27

These Are 7 of the Most Precious Gifts You Can Give Your Child

Are you ready to raise a 21st century child? Give him these possibilities and experiences.

According to the famous developmental psychologist Erik Erikson, the most important years in a person’s life are his first eight years, starting from conception. For parents, the need to do right by their baby is intense pressure. They tend to do everything
Toddler

September 26

Don't Worry About Your Child's Future: Teach Him These 10 Skills

The "Future of Jobs Report" predicts that children will need these skills to thrive in the future.

How do you raise a future billionaire? For one thing, he doesn't necessarily have to be a genius. In fact, one report has underlined how schools around the globe are so focused on nurturing a child's cognitive skills, it may be forgetting
Real Parenting

July 13

This Mom Began Making Toys as Therapy After Marriage Collapsed

"Instead of dwelling on all the negative things that happened to my marriage, I prayed and did arts and crafts.'

Sometimes things don’t go as planned. But if there is one thing to be said for many Filipinos we do what we can to make it through each day even if life isn't cooperating. Bulacan-based mom Iralyn Cabral was in this position
Toddler

January 11

Let Your Toddlers Learn How to Entertain Themselves!

Solo play teaches kids creativity, confidence, and independence. And they will never get bored.

We know what you need more in your day: more time for yourself. It can be difficult to do when every time you get up off the play mat, your toddler cries for you or clings to your leg. Hence, children who
Real Parenting

April 7

5 Types of Toys Experts Say Develop Your Child's Creativity

These are toys that don't dictate how your child should play.

Photo from PixabayYou’re on a road trip with your 1-year-old. To make sure he’s entertained during the whole trip, you pack his favorite toys or even new ones in Tupperware-like containers with lids that snap. And guess what? Your toddler ends up
Family Fun

March 1

30 Screen-Free Activities for Kids

One for each day of the month…

Much has been said about kids these days having too much screen-time. Wherever you stand on the great debate, you can’t argue against the benefits of screen-free activities. So we’ve put together 30 ideas for you, one for each day of the month

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