Comfort Toys, Blankets, and Dummy: Helpful or Habit-Forming?

Comfort Toys, Blankets, and Dummy: Helpful or Habit-Forming?

Comfort Toys, Blankets, and Dummy: Helpful or Habit-Forming? “Should I bring it… or will it make things worse?” It’s one of the most common questions parents ask before starting childcare. Do I send my child with their comfort toy, blanket, or dummy… or am I creating...
The Friendship Skills Children Start Learning Before School

The Friendship Skills Children Start Learning Before School

It doesn’t start with “best friends” When we think about friendship, we often picture children laughing together or calling each other “best friends”. But for young children, friendship starts much earlier, and in much smaller ways. It begins with watching. Sitting...
Why Children Cry at Drop-Off and What Actually Helps

Why Children Cry at Drop-Off and What Actually Helps

Drop-off time can be one of the hardest parts of starting childcare. Seeing your child upset when you leave can feel overwhelming, and many parents wonder if it’s a sign something isn’t right. The truth is, crying at drop-off is very common and often a normal part of...
Signs Your Child Is Settling In Well to Daycare

Signs Your Child Is Settling In Well to Daycare

Starting daycare is a big step for both children and parents. The first few days or weeks can feel uncertain, and it’s completely normal to wonder how your child is really doing once you leave.  While every child settles in at their own pace, there are some clear...
12 Questions Parents Forget to Ask on an ECE Tour

12 Questions Parents Forget to Ask on an ECE Tour

Choosing an early childhood centre is a big decision, and tours are often your first real look at how a centre feels day to day. Most parents arrive with a few key questions in mind, but it’s easy to forget the smaller details that can make a big difference to your...