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Nurturing Tiny Minds: Understanding Developmental Milestones in the First Year

Welcome to NEST Childcare Centre Blog! In this series, we embark on a journey through the incredible first years of your child’s life. Today, let’s explore the developmental milestones during the first year of life. Body: The first year of a child’s life is a period of rapid growth and discovery. As caregivers, understanding and recognizing developmental milestones is crucial. Here’s a month-by-month guide: Conclusion: As your child journeys through these milestones, remember that each child is unique, and development

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5 Preschool games to keep bullying behaviors at bay

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. In preschool, prevention is the name of the game. At this age, children aren’t really capable of intentionally bullying another quite yet, and they’re too young for cyber bullying. But, they will have disagreements with peers and act out of frustration. How can you help your child succeed from her very first school day? Help her build self-confidence when it comes to learning; by being her biggest cheerleader you’ll instill a love of learning

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How to choose the best child care center for you!

The time has come: you’re ready to find a child care center. Whether you’re going back to work or just looking for more support during the day, it’s important to find the right partner. You don’t want to trust the most precious member of your family to just anyone. But what should you look for? You know you want a high quality center, but how do you know if you’ve found it? We’ve got you covered. This simple, six-step checklist

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The best learning toys for little kids, recommended by teachers!

Why are preschool classrooms still full of simple, classic toys and activities we played with when we were kids? The answer is simple: While times have changed, brain development hasn’t! In fact, children learn best through play, when they’re relaxed, engaged, and having fun! Building blocks, play dough, and crafts allow children to do so much more than stack, smoosh, and stretch their imaginations! They sharpen fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, lay a foundation for early math concepts, and

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