 by Dr. M. Suzanne Zeedyk
It is all the rage these days to say that parenting during the early years has long term consequences for children. Numerous research studies empirically demonstrate this; sectors such as education, health, and social services have begun to give it much more attention; and the government has increased funding for support services. But what are the mechanisms that sustain such lasting outcomes?
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Allowing Babies to Play on Their Front |
 by Anita Epple
As an Infant Massage Teacher and Trainer I often stress the importance of parents continuing to sleep their babies on the back in order to reduce the risk of cot death, however, I also talk about the importance of allowing babies time for supervised front play.
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 by Heather Ledeboer
When I became a mom, something magical happened. An inner strength and
desire to protect, love and nurture rose up within me. Desires, dreams
and fears awakened in my heart that once lay dormant. I felt fit for
the task and excited for the adventure of motherhood that stretched out
ahead me.
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 You've just spent a good part of the evening preparing your baby for bed. As she falls asleep in your arms you tenderly place her in her bed; her eyes flash open and she screams the house down. So you lift her and start all over again!
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The Gentle Art of Infant Massage
By Jill Vyse, B.Sc.Kin, CIIT® Trainer
Infant massage is a step beyond cuddling and a fun way to provide an emotional and physical link between parent and infant.
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