The Topponcino: A Montessori Newborn Essential
A Topponcino might sound like the latest drink from your favorite coffee shop, but it’s actually something that’s going to help your new baby adjust to life outside the womb. …
Ages 0-3
Independent Play: Why it Matters and How to Encourage it
If you are wondering how to encourage independent play for your toddler or preschooler, this article is for you.Here, we’re going to go over why independent play is beneficial for …
Preparing For A New Sibling With A Toddler: The Montessori Way
It can be very stressful introducing a new sibling to any child, especially a toddler. My daughter was 22 months when her little sister was born and I was really …
Cooking with Your Montessori Toddler: Benefits and Recipes
In this article, you will get a basic overview of the benefits of involving your toddler in cooking activities. You will also get some simple and fun recipes your toddler …
Montessori and Breastfeeding: Weaning
Montessori and Breastfeeding: WeaningWeaning is a sensitive subject in most all child-rearing circles. Montessori and weaning is no different, though we would like to think our community is accepting of …
Can You Practice Both Montessori and RIE at the Same Time?
So, you’ve been researching parenting philosophies in regards to newborn and toddler care. You’ve likely come across information about RIE. RIE is one of many different child development ideologies. You’ll …