Do Babies Know?

In an earlier post I discussed the myth that a baby will be spoiled if it’s picked up or held too much. The answer is an emphatic NO! The opposite is true. Babies who are held more in their first year of life develop a stronger sense of security and belonging. I held my infantsContinue reading “Do Babies Know?”

Batteries! Lights! Bleeping! What’s Under Your Tree?

With the holiday season being upon us, our focus turns to the latest and greatest toys (which are often electronic) in the store. There is nothing wrong with electronic toys here and there but the toys of quality are books and those that require imaginative play. My kids won’t even be married until summer ofContinue reading “Batteries! Lights! Bleeping! What’s Under Your Tree?”