The first 1000 days of life truly do matter and here's why... Science tells us that the first 1000 days of a child’s life sets the foundation for future years. The Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University’s most recent research shows that more than one million new neural connections form every second AND your baby’s brain grows to 80% of it’s adult size within the first [...]
Language is more than just verbal communication. It is also the ability to express ourselves, to respond and understand when someone is trying to communicate with us. Language development is a crucial part of the child’s overall development. It supports your child’s ability to communicate, express and understand feelings. It also aids in problem solving, developing, and maintaining relationships. The basis for literacy - learning to read and write [...]
Fine motor development includes the development of the small muscles of the body, namely the tiny muscles of hands, feet, eyes and mouth. While the gross motor muscles are required mostly for endurance, strength and whole-body movement, fine motor muscles are used mostly for control, precision and coordination. Gross motor muscles are used for a large muscle activity such as throwing and catching a ball or jumping whereas fine [...]
Gross Motor Development refers to the development of the large muscle groups of the body (legs, arms and torso) which are responsible for whole body movement. This includes everyday movements such as sitting, crawling, standing, walking, running and jumping as well as coordinated activities such as ball skills, skipping, swimming or riding a bike. Development of these muscles is crucial in being able to perform natural, everyday actions and [...]
What is sensory development? Sensory development is the development of the senses. What are the senses? We have 8 senses that we use to process sensory information. There are 5 external senses that are well-known to all. These include the sensory systems whereby sensory information is received externally, from sources outside of the body, namely, sight, touch, hearing, taste and smell. There are 3 internal senses that are less [...]
Village Nannies (nanny and child minder placement agency) www.villagenannies.co.za Village Nannies is a Cape Town based nanny and child minder placement agency. Established in 2003 Village Nannies has 16 years’ experience in the placement of domestic nannies and child carers employed to care for and stimulate children in the comfort and security of their own homes. Phone: 021 671 2249 Cell: 083 343 7580 Email: info@villagenannies.co.za [...]
First Aid: Safekids (First aid course) www.safekids.co.za First aid training for teachers, parents and caregivers. Ensure you are confident to deal with an emergency. Phone: 081 792 1711 Email: admin@safekids.co.za Facebook: www.facebook.com/SafeKidsCourses
Sugar & Spice Nanny training (Nanny training) www.nannytraining.co.za Sugar & Spice Nanny Training offers a comprehensive Nanny Course which will give child caregivers a solid foundation. It upskills and equips them to look after babies, toddlers and young children. We empower our students so they can make a positive impact in your family life. We also offer a Kids Play Workshop, an Eco Household Workshop and one on [...]
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Housing: Transaction Support Centre The Transaction Support Centre is a free housing advice office based in Khayelitsha, Cape Town. Our mission is to support lower-income households through formal property market transactions to build more effective and efficient property markets in affordable areas. We provide hands-on assistance and advice throughout the transaction process and connect our clients to trusted service providers along the way. The office is based at [...]
