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Bilingual children learn to switch languages to express emotion
By Nicola Pearson on 06/08/2012 10:23:23
Study shows children’s development affected by parents' language choices
It’s known as ‘code-switching’, and multilingual families do it all the time, apparently. It’s the habit of switching back and forth between languages to suit the emotional situation and what they want to express at any given time.Now, a new study
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Furry feelings
By Junior on 06/02/2013 10:33:34
How to teach your child the importance of emotional expression
When love is in the air this Valentine's, it feels pertinent to turn our focus to an often-overlooked aspect of development - emotional intelligence, or EQ for short, a term coined in 1985 by Wayne Leon Payne.It might seem like modern mumbo
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When parents flip...
By Amanda Pauley on 07/12/2012 16:40:44
Of course we all try to be great role models for our children, but we're also human: in high-stress situations, parents make mistakes too. We show you how to manage your emotions...
it takes for you to regain control. Finally, repair. Reconnect with your child as soon as you're calm and feeling more in control. Then deal with whatever emotional and relational harm has been done. This may involve expressing forgiveness, but it may also
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How to encourage empathy in your toddler
By Kate Donoughue on 06/01/2011 16:34:31
Just like any other skill, empathy needs to be taught and practised. Here are some easy ways you can teach your child to understand others’ feelings
Explain feelings Describe how other people feel when they are sad or when they are hurt in clear and concise language. If your child breaks another child’s toy, for example, you can remind him how he felt when one of his toys broke, and say. “That is how Danny is feeling.” Be con...
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The dummy dilemma
By Susan Wallis on 10/12/2012 16:37:14
There's often controversy over the use of soothers, but how do they affect your child's development?
Most babies love to suck: it’s a proven way to soothe and comfort a fretful baby, but there can be drawbacks. You may want to think twice about giving your baby a dummy, especially if he’s a boy. It could stunt his emotional development by robbing
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The politics of sleep
By Sophie Westnedge on 12/03/2013 15:10:53
From Ferberization to attachment parenting, we examine the politics of slumber...
Slumber is often a highly prized and rare commodity among new parents, so it’s no surprise getting your child to sleep can become an emotional affair.Take the furore created by Dr Richard Ferber, the founding director of the Center For Pediatric
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Magical puppet events
By Kimberley Chen on 31/10/2011 19:10:38
Here are some must-see shows featuring fabulous puppets of all shapes and sizes
War HorseUntil February 16, 2013Nick Stafford’s adaptation of Michael Morpurgo’s War Horse at the New London Theatre follows the energetic and highly emotional adventure of Albert's beloved horse, Joey. At the outbreak of the First World War, Joey
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Five cosy reads for chilly days
By Fiona McKim on 05/11/2012 11:40:00
When it's coming down outside, curl up with your child and a good book
The Falling Raindrop by Neil Johnson and Joel ChinThe chic and sparse cover art perfectly suits the story inside, which is simply told and yet full of emotional impact. The story of the cycle of water from raindrop to evaporation back to cloud again
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The guilt-free guide to motherhood
By Catherine O'Dolan on 04/08/2010 16:02:57
Ten reasons not to feel guilty – you are doing a great parenting job!
you possibly be a positive role model for your daugther? You want the good news? Here's ten great commandments to make you feel better about your life as a parent.1. Feeling guilty is a wasted emotion – it does more harm than good and it doesn
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Practical Tips And Advice For Coping With A Crying Baby
By Fiona McKim on 27/09/2011 12:09:11
Five simple ways to soothe a teary child
Before they learn to communicate in other ways, babies need to cry in order to try to convey all sorts of different emotions and needs. Sometimes the reason will be an obvious physical requirement and a feed, sleep or nappy change will solve
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