by Catherine | Aug 22, 2024 | Child development
When my kids were in grade school I taught workshops to classroom teachers on movement as a way of learning for K-3. Kids love to move. Not only is this a fun way to learn, but specific movements organize the brain for good attention. I believe that children have the...
by Catherine | Jul 4, 2016 | Child development, Mindfulness in motion
As a toddler, Gavin has an initial healthy hesitation in allowing me, as a practitioner, to touch him. With play and slow approach, Gavin gradually settles in to feel safe in the room and with me. He can play with shape sorting puzzles while I give him gentle, light...
by Catherine | Jan 31, 2014 | Mindfulness in motion
When we are in a happy place with the vagus nerve, the world is good. But when the vagus is unhappy, we are in tears and tantrums. So what and where is vagus? Not far away, I assure you. The vagus nerve runs the show on the most basic states of the nervous system. We...
by Catherine | Nov 5, 2013 | Breastfeeding, Child development
Your baby loves to look at target shapes – but those abstract circles to hang over the crib are not what he needs. Look at your own beautiful self. Here, you will find the juicy target shapes that your baby wants to gaze upon. Nipples, eyes and faces What could...
by Catherine | May 29, 2012 | Child development
Young children have a mandate to master their world through direct action. How often you have you seen your toddler try to push the full shopping cart – and be crushed if you don’t let them? Push activities not only create strength, but also give your...
