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The What and How of Feeding Babies Feeding babies involves understanding their developmental readiness and fostering a positive feeding relationship. Here are key points to guide you: Infant Feeding Skills Developmental Readiness: Babies progress from reflexive sucking to self-feeding as they develop mouth patterns, hand skills (palmer and pincer grasp), and body control like head…

Bonding Bonding is the deep attachment that forms between parents and their newborn. A strong bond built through sensitivity and responsiveness supports a child’s long-term ability to form meaningful relationships and maintain a healthy sense of security, independence, and self-esteem. Conversely, a lack of parental sensitivity can lead to emotional challenges and behavioural issues as…

Child Abuse – Listening to Your Child Child abuse can have severe and lasting impacts on a child’s mental health, including low self-esteem, anxiety, and difficulty in trusting others. It is crucial to create an environment where children feel safe to express their concerns. Here are some tips on how to listen and support your…

Readiness for Formal Learning – The 3 Rs Preparing your child for formal learning involves developing foundational skills in writing, numeracy, and reading. Here are concise tips for each area: Pre-Writing Correct Pencil Grip: Encourage activities like colouring with large crayons, tracing, and drawing within lines. Fine Motor Skills: Engage your child in cutting paper,…

Common Concerns Parenting comes with a variety of challenges, and understanding common concerns can help you address them effectively. Here are concise tips for handling some common issues: Left-Handedness Hand dominance typically develops by age three and reflects brain wiring. If your child is left-handed, avoid forcing them to use their right hand, as this…

Communicating with Your Child Healthy communication is the foundation of effective parenting. It nurtures your child’s confidence, self-worth, and ability to build positive relationships. Here are some useful tips for better communication: Listen Attentively: Give your child your full attention. Put away distractions like your phone and show genuine interest in their thoughts and feelings….

School Readiness School readiness is about preparing your child to thrive and enjoy the challenges of formal education. It focuses on emotional and social maturity rather than academic skills alone. Here’s a concise overview of key areas to consider: Physical Well-being and Motor Development Well-developed gross and fine motor skills Established basic self-care routines (dressing, hygiene,…

Birth to Two Months The Attachment Bond Parenting Tips! Babies start recognising their parents’ faces. Look into your baby’s face and talk softly and gently to help them feel connected. Newborns can only focus on objects about 20-30 cm away. Keep this in mind when interacting with them. You can’t spoil your baby with love…

Reconnect & Return (Sankarshana) Introduction The Sankarshana project was initiated to reconnect with children who, due to various circumstances, had dropped out of MNC’s program and lost touch with the centre. Through this project, we actively trace and assess the current conditions of these children, providing counseling and guidance on their potential paths forward. Re-Engagement…

Birthday The birthdays of children attending MNC are celebrated in a unique and festive manner. Every last Friday of the month is dedicated to celebrating those whose birthdays fall within that month, creating a collective celebration that fosters community spirit.Post-lunch, children, parents, and staff gather in the central prayer hall to kick off the festivities….