3 Ways to Encourage Imagination at All Stages
Activities that encourage imagination play a vital role in childhood development at all stages. From birth, children are constantly learning […]
Playful ways to express emotions
“Emotions are important and can determine the kind of behaviour your child displays,” advises play therapist and Clamber Club Expert
The Great Eye-Hand Link; The Importance of Eye-Hand Coordination for Children
Eye-hand coordination, also known as hand-eye coordination, refers to the smooth, controlled and coordinated movements of the hand and eye
Tips on raising a bilingual child
Knowing how to speak more than one language is a wonderful gift – particularly when living in such a diverse
Its PLAY time!
We hear time and again how critical play is for the healthy development of our children. Play enables children to
Learning Series – Let’s learn our shapes …. with Play Dough!
Children learn best when all their senses are engaged. Learning our shapes can be taught not only through the visual
Practical Tips to Stimulate Your Baby – 0-3 Months
Wondering how to stimulate your baby from the moment he or she arrives in the world? Stimulation plays a crucial
Practical Tips to Stimulate Your Baby – 3-6 Months
As your baby continues to grow, you will start finding new ways to stimulate your baby. From the age of
Nursery Rhymes – are these antiques a thing of the past?
Surely, with how the world we live in is changing, and with all of our technological advances, something as old fashioned as nursery rhymes should be a thing of the past? Toddlers now have access to televisions, Ipads, cell phones and YouTube, and some even know how to operate these on their own…..so should nursery rhymes (which have been around for centuries) be given the boot?
10 ways to BOND with your Baby!
We hear this term so often that is has the danger of becoming meaningless, when in fact it is a critical part of building a trusting and loving relationship between you and your baby. Bonding is the development of an emotional attachment and unconditional love between a parent and baby. It promotes a sense of security and wellbeing, and helps to build confidence, self esteem and trust. Young babies need to feel safe and protected, and you can help with this by cuddling your baby, gazing lovingly at him, and responding to his needs. All of this is what bonding is about.
How to help your child decrease screen time
For a parent, nothing eliminates the burden of entertaining your child more than handing them your smartphone.
Food allergies in children
Allergies seem to be on the increase and often parents think their child is allergic to a particular food without a proper diagnosis. It is therefore imperative that a health care provider accurately diagnose a food allergy.
How to improve your child’s core strength
“Core strength” has been a buzz word in the health industry the last few years, but its importance cannot be undermined especially in children. “The core muscles consist of the abdominal, hip and back muscles who work together to stabilize and align the trunk and pelvis during static and dynamic movements,” explains Clamber Club Expert and Biokineticist, Shehnaaz Bhabha.
Making memories with your children
You don’t need an extravagant vacation to make a lifetime of memories with your children. When my son was two
Understanding your baby better through Sensory Intelligence®
How often have you heard parents say: “My kids differ like day and night.” A detailed elaboration usually follows on
Autism: What is it, what are the signs and who can help?
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a group of conditions that affect a person’s social communication, sensory processing, thinking and emotional
Surviving the newborn stage – 6 top tips
Becoming a parent fills you with so many emotions – joy, happiness, love, apprehension, fear…you name it. When you are
12345…maths for your toddler!
If you always thought that mathematics only revolved around numbers, think again! “There is a myriad of concepts that can
Helicopter Parenting
Parenting is a complex topic that can be discussed, disputed and hypothesized about, and still, there are yet to be
Toddlers, technology and learning language
Today, technology is part of our everyday lives – a telephone call, a quick SMS or WhatsApp, a glance at
Empower your child
Notice your feelings when your child challenges you. We live in a different world today. What may have worked then
The benefits of bananas for babies
The children’s song ‘Go Bananas! Eat Eat Bananas!’ carries some good advice for parents. Bananas are a fantastic fruit option
Making Sense of the World Around Us
There is no denying the importance of the sense of sight. Using our sight, we are able to learn through
A balancing act: Developing your child’s vestibular system
The vestibular system is found in the inner ear and responds to head movement and gravity. It connects and organises
The importance of physical activity in the younger child’s development
In today’s sedentary modern lifestyle, pre-schoolers, toddlers and even infants are spending far more time on electronic devices or watching
The value of sports and exercise
“Children should be playing and moving outdoors instead of sitting indoors” Says Elzanne Van Der Walt, Sports Scientist and Clamber
5 steps to getting a good night’s sleep
Tips to ensure that baby andyou get a good night’s sleep Many parents must find themselves wondering where the idiom
Why is my child not walking?
Many parents spend the first year of their child’s life focusing on motor milestones, and are hugely relieved when their
Help your child make sense of the world around them
The importance of sensory stimulation for babies and toddlers The world is an exciting place for children, with new sights,
Positive Potty Training
Learning to use the toilet is an important milestone for both parent and child. It’s a big step for toddlers, as they are required to move
