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Nature-Based Play- Child’s Creativity, Skills, and Cognitive Development

Nature-based play has been shown to improve child creativity, imagination, motor skill development, and self-awareness of children. Repeated studies across 12 countries have reaffirmed the importance of the nature based play approach for children to develop cognitive skills in early years.

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Are Autism Diagnoses Really Rising — or Are We Just More Aware?

Other possibilities for an autism diagnosis can include C-PTSD. We spoke with Jaime Halan-Harris, a childcare behavioral expert with over 40 years of experience on signs to look out for and what autism can be confused with.

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What Is Colic in Babies?

Although not particularly dangerous, colic can leave parents feeling overwhelmed, with hours of crying and no clear answers. While colic isn’t a medical condition, it can deeply affect babies and caregivers. Here are products that can mediaite and offer practical soothing techniques. The best colic relief products to help your little one — and yourself — through this challenging phase.

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Helping Nonverbal Toddlers Find Their Voice: Expert Strategies From Early Educator Lydia Mackie

Nonverbal toddlers communicate in more ways than words — through gestures, sounds, and play. Early educator and Harvard graduate Lydia Mackie shares how outdoor exploration, self-talk, and sensory-rich activities can spark language development and help little ones find their voice.

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