Making Kid Time Count for Ages 0-3: The Attentive Parent Advantage

How to make the most of the time you have with your baby or toddler —whether it's a half-hour or a whole day! When we become parents, we wonder: How can I give my child the best opportunities for growth? What are the most important things I should do to make sure that he is happy and developmentally on track”?” Whether you're a working or stay-at-home parent, Making Kid Time Count shows you how to maximize your time with your baby or toddler with tips for developing a strong parent-child relationship, and ways to ensure strong cognitive, social, and emotional development for your child. As part of the What Now? series, experienced educator and author Sarahlynne Davis will show you how to make kid-time count through a parent-friendly overview of key child development research findings and fun, easy-to-use, parent-child activities. This book is research-based and parent tested—highlighting the 4 key elements that are behind any successful parent-child relationship: time, connection, interaction, and play. She'll also share with you the clear benefits of being a truly attentive parent! This book contains an educational overview on important topics such as: Why play is critical for development—find out how much play time is necessary to improve your child's overall well-being Why daily bonding with your child is essential—from snuggling to peek-a-boo, learn how to identify and incorporate daily routines that will ultimately enhance together time Why talking to your child should be a top priority—master language development and healthy communication skills through a series of exercises and activities Why you should hone in on surroundings—learn the importance of sensory/tactile/auditory experiences and how to best introduce your young child to their environment Why you should start reading now—understand the significance behind story time at any age Why being creative is key—from make-believe to arts and crafts, learn how to incorporate creative activities that are important for the both of you! Why take time to explore—find out how these outings enhance cognitive and social development Why screen time can harm—learn how screen time can be detrimental for babies under 2 Why teach your child to adapt—whether preparing for a big life change or another baby, learn how to help your child transition without compromising your quality time together