How do I know if my baby is happy? July 09, 2021LearningTimeID Admin Happiness in babies is quite different from happiness in adults. Babies don’t have a concept of ‘happiness’ just yet, so experts often use other cues and behaviors to see if...
Your child’s nutrition: breastfeeding, weaning, and timing June 02, 2021LearningTimeID Admin Nutrition is one of the three factors that have the largest impact on early brain development, with the other two being toxins and environment. Many parents struggle with knowing when...
The difference between how native English and Chinese speakers teach their babies language June 02, 2021LearningTimeID Admin Many of you reading this may be bilingual (or multilingual) but most, if not all of you likely prefer one language over the other. This preference is automatically passed on...
Open-ended play and directed play. Which one to choose? May 31, 2021LearningTimeID Admin Simply put, open-ended play generally does not have a final goal. For example, when your child plays with building blocks, they can build anything - there is no ‘right answer’....
Why your baby loves to throw everything onto the floor May 31, 2021LearningTimeID Admin It seems puzzling but in fact, it’s rather simple. Step into your baby’s shoes - what happens when they throw something onto the floor? 1. They throw the object. 2....
The best educational toys that are not toys May 28, 2021LearningTimeID Admin It’s a common misconception that parents must buy baby toys that light up, make sounds, and play music. While having one or two of these toys can be interesting for...
Boys who play with dolls and girls who play with trucks May 28, 2021LearningTimeID Admin Some people think gendered play is a thing of the past, but it’s still alive and well today. We often see boys who are obsessed with cars and trucks, while...
Montessori, Waldorf, Piaget, Vygotsky - what do these names actually mean? May 28, 2021LearningTimeID Admin If you have a child, chances are, you’ve heard of some of these names. These people were trailblazers in early childhood development and education, and many of their ideas live...
Your baby learns to fear heights when they begin to move and crawl May 28, 2021LearningTimeID Admin Fun fact: all babies are born NOT scared of heights! That may seem odd given that many adults are scared of heights. When you think about it, it makes perfect...
Understanding sensitive periods of brain development May 26, 2021LearningTimeID Admin You’ve heard the term ‘age-appropriate’ too many times by now but there’s a reason as to why everyone keeps saying it. According to the Center on the Developing Child in Harvard, children...
How to clean baby’s toys? Wooden, fabric, paper, and more. May 26, 2021LearningTimeID Admin Inevitably, babies at this age will put everything into their mouths. That’s why it’s crucial to establish a cleaning routine for their toys. As a toy maker, here are our...
5 ways you can encourage your baby to crawl May 25, 2021LearningTimeID Admin Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need to teach your baby how to crawl- they will naturally figure this out when they are ready. Every baby has an inborn desire...