Encouraging development of your baby’s motor skills
Seeing your baby develop their gross and motor skills is very exciting. We all wait for our little one to start moving around more, crawling and pulling themselves up and yes,...
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A Parent’s Guide to FSC® Wooden Toys
How sustainable choices lead to safer play and a healthier planet At Souzu, we’re committed to offering thoughtfully made products that reflect our values: sustainability, safety, and timeless play. That’s...
Development of Your Baby’s Senses
Even before they are born, babies already use their senses inside the womb to learn about the world around them. At birth their brain already has around 50 million brain...
How to Read your Baby's Cues
As a new parent you probably worry about what your baby is trying to communicate to you. When they cry you always go through the checklist in your head to...
Sensory Play in Early Years
In my article ‘Development of your Baby’s senses’ I wrote about how individual senses develop in babies and what role they play in their brain development and learning. Engaging all...
Sensory Play Ideas for 0-6 Months Old
Sensory play is very important for children from early stages. Soon after they are born, they are ready for some fun and, although initially they will be mostly passive at...
Sensory Play Ideas for 6-12 months old
As your baby's physical skills develop and they become more mobile, a new chapter begins in their life. They enjoy seeing the world from a different perspective now, and their...
Sensory Play Ideas for 1-2 year olds: outdoor opportunities and Forest School activities
At this age your child will be enthusiastic to use the great outdoors as the source of sensory play. You can build on their interests in this area by providing...
Safety in the Sun
Although with this interchangeable weather it is hard to believe, we are heading towards the summer months. It is useful to be prepared when the weather decides to finally surprise...
Outdoor activities for babies 0-3 months
Walk in the park Dress weather appropriately and have a nice walk in the park with your baby. Talk to your baby about the things you see around and the...
Supporting your baby's development (9-12 months)
First signs of independence At this stage of development your baby will want to do things their own way, be involved and make decisions. Children will hold on to furniture...
Sensory Bottles: 5 Benefits for Babies
Sensory Bottles are any bottles filled with objects and liquids that engage the senses, foster curiosity and contribute to a calming experience. They provide numerous educational benefits for babies and...