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]]>For the study, published in the Journal of Educational Psychology, researchers examined 117 babies, aged nine to 18 months.
One group was provided with educational materials in the form of a baby media product, including DVDs, word and picture flashcards, and flip books to be used daily over a seven-month period.
The other group received no materials. Assorted tests were used to determine the babies’ ability to “recognize letter names, letter sounds, vocabulary, words identified on sight, and comprehension.”
The end of the experiment showed no difference between the group that had the materials and the one that didn’t.
Although educational DVDs and similar products were shown to have virtually no effect, they do seem to have an effect on parents.
“It’s clear that parents have great confidence in the impact of these products on their children,” says lead study author Susan Neuman, a professor in NYU Steinhardt’s Department of Teaching and Learning. “However, our study indicates this sentiment is misplaced.”
While babies exposed to educational DVDs may not to learn to read any faster, it’s still possible to encourage cognitive development. A 2012 study by researchers at North Dakota State University and Texas A&M found that babies who sit up — either alone or with assistance — will reap the most reward from educational toys and videos.
(AFP Relaxnews)
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]]>Development Specialist, Melodie de Jager believes that walking is the “Graduation Day” of movement and every other milestone until then is just baby learning at University.
So moms, make sure you keep your babies moving!
Watch the YouTube video for more.
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]]>Bailey’s tips include observing your child’s behaviour and responding in a productive way with loving touches and encouraging words.
Watch the Pamper’s YouTube video for more tips on how to assist your baby’s social development.
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]]>The early years of a child’s life are critical for future learning. Do you know that the latest Harvard research indicates that between birth and four years of age, brain development is at its optimum function?
Why then, are we not taking advantage of this period? Maybe the question is rather, how do we take advantage of this period?
“At BrainBoosters we capitalise on the first four years of a baby’s life. We call this period “the window of opportunity” – during this period, babies are able to absorb information, making all learning effortless, “says BrainBoosters Co-founder and Head of Product Development, Karina Strydom.
The BrainBoosters methodology is focused on introducing concepts such as colours, shapes and numbers to children from the time they are born. “Our methodology is based on introducing colours, shapes and numbers in isolation. Our parenting programme allows parents to interact with their children, while teaching these important concepts, “says Karina.
According to The Scientific American Mind, children who learn their colours, shapes and numbers earlier tend to do better at school. “Colours, shapes and numbers are all around us. These concepts form part of a vital foundation that is needed in order for future learning to take place, “says Karina.
What is so special about these concepts? Why are they important for kids to learn? According to research, colour is not in itself a mathematical concept, but is used in activities such as sorting, matching, grouping and classifying. The ability to recognise and discern the difference between shapes is necessary to see physical differences between objects.
“We teach children ten shapes with our method. Recognising the difference between a hexagon and a pentagon will help children to distinguish between a “b” and a “d” and a “6 “and a “9”,” says Karina.
This might seem really complicated to teach to a baby, but it really is a very simple process. “All our programmes are centred on play. We believe that learning is child’s play and have created products and activities that facilitate active engagement between parent and child, while important concepts are being learnt” says Karina.
For more information on Brain Boosters, visit: www.brainboosters.co.za
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]]>Geoffrey Holtes, brand manager for the baby skincare brand, Krayons, says that babies and small children should be encouraged to explore a variety of materials and textures while at play. “Free and creative play is not only fun for the child, but also stimulates the senses and develops a rounded tactile awareness. Of course, you still need to be mindful of what is safe for your child”
Keeping the fun outdoors helps to ensure that the mess is easily mopped up, but cleaning your little one might take a little longer! Geoffrey says that there are a range of bathtime products that are specifically developed to assist in keeping babies and tots clean and moisturised, especially after an afternoon in the garden.
Those that leave a baby’s skin soft and smooth, protecting it from dryness throughout the day or night are ideal.
When bathtime is over, remember to pat your baby’s skin down with a soft towel and once dry, apply a layer of Aqueous cream over your baby’s body. Don’t forget to apply a generous layer of petroleum jelly before securing the nappy.
For more information on Krayons products visit KrayonsBabies on Facebook.
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