BRAIN FACT: Babies Need Loving Interaction

Babies need loving interaction, touch, and parents that are tuned into their needs, as much they need nutrition.

Numerous people have been in contact with me recently due to this critically important understanding. As a result I sharing this previous blog with the exciting research that demonstrates the impact loving a baby makes! 

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BRAIN FACT: Age Appropriate Activities Support Optimal Development

Providing activities that are just right for the child’s stage of development is going to enhance brain development best.  Activities that are too advanced or too easy do not support optimal development.

I recently connected with Susan at Productive Parenting. This site is very valuable for providing activities for the appropriate ages. http://www.productiveparenting.com/

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BRAIN FACT: The Brain Begins Learning Math Concepts Early In Development

The brain begins learning math concepts early in development. Through experiences with objects brain connections are made for learning about comparisons and even quantity.

Research demonstrates interesting findings with babies and math abilities. Click HERE to read more.

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BRAIN FACT: The Brain Needs To Filter Out Distractions To Be Able To Focus

If an activity or topic is not interesting  the brain may not pay attention.  The brain needs to filter out distractions to be able to focus. Intriguing or fun activities can help the brain to develop the concentration areas of the brain.

The brain is primarily focused on survival, so attention will likely be diverted if distracted.  Here is further information about different areas of the brain focused on attention. 

BRAIN FACT: The Brain Is Naturally Motivated To Learn

The brain is naturally motivated to learn.  Just providing fun and interactive experiences through everyday life leads to a brain that is ready to learn more.

To meet the needs of eager to learn brains easily, brain development activity packets give you ideas to do even during a busy day!

BRAIN FACT: A Lack Of Routine Can Create Stress For The Brain

A lack of routine and boundaries can create stress for the brain. Children feel comfortable and secure when provided with expressed expectations, routines, and the predictability of limits.
       
Zero to Three provides resources with a focus on the benefits of routines.

BRAIN FACT: Some DVDs Can Actually Reduce A Toddler's Vocabulary

"Some DVDs can actually reduce a toddler’s vocabulary. It is true that the number and variety of words you use when talking to your baby boost both his vocabulary and his IQ. But the words have to come from you—a real, live human being."  ~From: Brain Rules for Babies, by John Medina

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