How grasping and reaching shape brain development

Watching your baby reach for a toy, grasp your finger, or swipe at a dangling mobile might seem like nothing very much at all. But these tiny actions are actually the building blocks of their future learning!Let me explain!Every time they reach out...

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Feb 27, 2025
Toddlers + Big Emotions = Meltdowns?

If you're finding your toddler a challenge right now, you really aren't alone! Over on TikTok I was asked by a parent to answer a question about whining toddlers and BOY what a reaction that post got! So, that got me thinking about what else you migh...

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Feb 25, 2025
Oliiki Update - more training for you and your team!

Good afternoon It’s been ages I know! I am so sorry, I have been knee-deep in building training for the National College and giving presentations at various events. But I hope this email finds you super well. It seems that everyone is thinking a...

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Oct 29, 2024
Childcare & Education Expo

Hi! I just thought I'd let you know I'm talking on Friday, this week at the Childcare and Education Expo (You can see the programme below - there's some cool CPD sessions). https://childcareeducationexpo.co.uk/midlands/programme/If you happen to be a...

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Sep 26, 2024
Are you coming too?

Hi Childcare & Education Expo Midlands 2024 I'm speaking at Childcare & Education Expo Midlands this year and I am talking all about... babies! What a surprise! My talk is entitled, "Bibs Cribs and Desperate to Learn". And it's on Friday 27th...

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Aug 13, 2024