“You may give them your love
but not your thoughts
For they have their own thoughts” *
Sometimes it seems that the older we get, the more we forget that we came into this world as infants. We forget that child inside of us. At the same time we forget that a child is a full human being, a full person, bursting with potential, eager to learn and develop. This is our nature.
How do we nurture this potential?
Most parents do not come into parenthood with education on the development of their infant, physical, mental or emotional. Many parents are educating themselves through books and, as the child grows, through professional care providers and teachers.
We often know the basic needs of a child, we have our family values and we have our own upbringing. We have our visions as parents and caregivers. Education helps, although, it really is on the job training.
At some point, behaviors arise that may confuse or confound us. What worked for one child might not work for another. One transitions easily from one activity to another, but the other does not. One might eat well while another is very picky.
As children grow and change, they are faced with new challenges, new things to learn and navigate. Their world is expanding and ever changing. This is learning, change and growth for us, as parents, as well.
I have been educated and have worked with children and families in the field of Early Childhood Education for over 25 years.
I am able to offer guidance, tools and action plans specifically tailored for your needs while also addressing your child’s needs.
I would love to support you in having positive experiences navigating life with your young ones.
“You are the bows from which your children as living arrows are sent forth” *
*Kahlil Gibran from “The Prophet”, “On Children”