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What Is Montessori Parenting?

Montessori parenting encompasses ideas drawn from the studies of Maria Montessori and the famous Montessori movement. Montessori parenting is a relaxed parenting approach where toddlers are left to play freely, are not punished for being naughty, and are encouraged to sleep on the floor instead of in cribs, among other things. Montessori parenting mainly focuses on children’s need for learning through play and their desire to take on responsibility. In her book, Maria Montessori urges parents to foster their children’s desire to learn and to only intervene to provide toys and safe playtime. Also, read on this website Top Books

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Scientific summaries related to parenting

The Long-Lasting Effects of Maternal Thyroid Dysfunction

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Until it starts producing on its own, the fetus is largely dependent on the mother for the supply of several substances, including

Higher numbers of cigarettes per day during pregnancy are associated with higher anxiety, depression and attention problems at 3 years of child age.

The Effect of Smoking Tobacco and Weed Before and After Pregnancy

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Tobacco continues to be one of the most used drugs during pregnancy, and it is not unusual for it to be combined

Skin-to-Skin Contact may Help Preterm Babies in Pain

Skin-to-Skin Contact May Help Relieve Pain in Preterm Babies

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Pain in the early stages of life is related to deep and permanent changes in babies’ brains. Despite this, many premature infants

Vitamins C and E Prevent Thalassemia Complications

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Millions of people, especially Southeast Asians, are affected by beta thalassemia, a disease characterized by abnormal synthesis of hemoglobin followed by excessive

PARENTING FAQs

When Grandparents Interfere with Parenting

Many parents find it intrusive when their own parents interfere with their parenting strategies. In an ideal situation, parents raise their children in whatever way they want, while the grandparents enjoy the

What Is Co-parenting?

Co-parenting is a type of parenting were two adults (or more) come together to raise and take responsibility for the same children, but they are not living under the same roof. It

When Do I Start Weaning My Baby?: Parenting from the Inside Out

Breastmilk is the most comprehensive and beneficial source of nutrition for a baby in the initial period of life. But eventually, the baby needs to transition from breastmilk or formula to solid

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Independent Sleeping versus Co-sleeping: Where’s the Best Place for My Baby to Sleep?

Published on May 26, 2018April 21, 2021

Sleep Training

One of the inevitable debates related to infant sleep is whether the baby should sleep in the parents’ bed or in a crib either in the parents’ room or in a nursery. Thus, positive parenting solutions to help babies rest and develop in a reassuring environment need to be identified. A little research and prudence can help

Sensible and stress-free feeding and diet patterns can help your toddler thrive.

Four Tips to Make Mealtimes Less Fussy and Healthier for Your Toddler

Published on May 13, 2018April 29, 2020

Healthy Diet

The commonest complaints that pediatricians receive from parents are related to their toddlers’ fussy eating habits. It’s a very typical phase that toddlers go through as soon as they start walking and talking. A toddler’s refusal to eat creates a lot of conflicts. Trying to make a toddler eat a few bites of food is

Can Diet Changes Help Prevent Asthma?

Published on January 15, 2022January 15, 2022

Healthy Diet/Research Findings

Despite the numerous control and prevention measures available, the incidence of asthma has not diminished. Some of the most studied and recommended preventive strategies include avoiding dust mite allergens, prolonging breastfeeding, and diminishing tobacco smoke exposure, which has proven successful in multiple clinical trials. In addition, a new strategy has emerged in the medical field:

Top Books on Montessori Education and Parenting

Published on June 15, 2021June 15, 2021

Books/Top Picks

How To Raise An Amazing Child the Montessori Way Author: Tim Seldin, President of The Montessori Foundation The author compiled this book as of his personal experience as a young child, as a father, as a Montessori guide, and as something of a coach to many families who have sought a better way to raise

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Uses of Vitamin D for You and Your Child

by Roselia Shi

May 1, 2020April 21, 2020

Healthy Diet/Research Findings

A significant increase in the number of children suffering from rickets seems to be the result of a lack of vitamin D in mothers’ diets, which leads to a low concentration of vitamin D in breast milk. Another cause of vitamin D deficiency is limited sun exposure for the mother and child.

Delayed Speech and Language Development in Toddlers

by Roselia Shi

August 28, 2018April 5, 2020

Health Issues - Toddler

Delayed speech and language development in toddlers is something that haunts many parents. Seeing their child struggling with words like “mama” and “dada” when other children of the same age are already chatterboxes causes many parents to panic and rush to pediatricians for help. But children learn at different paces. Although all

BABY

April 27, 2018April 29, 2020

Weaning

The Pros and Cons of Baby-Led Weaning versus Parent-Led Weaning: Responsive Parenting

Based on their respective lifestyles, personal choices, and responsive parenting strategies, some parents choose parent-led weaning, while others allow their babies to wean themselves (also known as baby-led weaning). A baby’s transition from milk to solid food is a crucial growth milestone; however, the transition can be challenging if the