Archive for the ‘Infant Care’ Category

By: Roy Derrick

There are many simple ways that parents can help encourage their child’s developments from an early age. Many basic tasks that we do with our children can help to build up their confidence and ensure that they are happy children who will go on to succeed in their lives. Read the rest of this entry »

AGES & STAGES – INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES

Developmental milestones give a general idea about what to expect from children of different ages. However, there will always be differences between individual children. Some children begin to walk at 10 months, some at 15 months. Some toddle along quickly and smoothly, getting the “hang of it” right away. Others fall down a lot, hesitate, or even give up for a few days. Some children talk before they are 2, others talk very little before they are 3 or so. Some will always be quiet people.

Some abilities become clear in one child, but may never be very strong in another.

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