A child’s speech will not develop through talking toys
Interaction is essential for children’s language development. The more they are exposed to human speech, singing and storytelling during their early years, the more they learn…
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Articles and thoughts on bringing up children
Articles on early childhood development, everyday parenting situations and mindful parenting.
What makes a child a good child, if they’re cheeky and disobedient?
A child’s dissatisfaction fosters their development, whilst their disobedience encourages them to make their own decisions. Or rather, a philosophical reflection on good parenting. What, then, makes for good parenting…
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It’s natural for a young child to be selfish – here’s how to help them become more empathetic
During their first six years, children are typically egocentric and self-centred. This is, however, perfectly natural. As parents, though, there is something we can do to help them develop more quickly: reflect their emotions,…
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Why do children throw tantrums, and what should we do about it?
Tantrums actually reveal a great deal about children’s development. If we understand what lies behind them, we automatically have more patience and better tools…
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Family stories make life more meaningful
Research shows that the more stories a child knows about their ancestors, the more resilient they can become in the face of the difficulties and trials of their own life. The shared…
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An imaginary friend is a sign of a child’s mental well-being
Children still confuse the imaginary world with reality. They embellish what has happened, and sometimes talk to imaginary creatures or people. But for how long does that matter…
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That’s why frustrated pre-teens feel the need to „misbehave”
Why is misbehaviour important to pre-teens, and how can we support them in this in a socially acceptable way? Regardless of age, every age group has its…
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Storytelling helps develop a child’s personality, whereas watching TV merely keeps them occupied
Although in most families reading stories is mainly associated with bedtime, its true role is not limited to relaxation. A good story and…
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At home with the child: No need for high expectations, just one or two things you can rely on
The circumstances caused by the coronavirus are placing enormous demands on parents. Not only do we have to organise childcare during the day and work from home,…
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This is how children cope with the tensions they feel inside
Adults usually find it easy to talk through their tensions and experiences, but how do young children, who do not yet have the vocabulary to do so, resolve their inner emotional conflicts?…
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