Dive into our easy-to-follow guides on early development. From cognitive growth and key milestones to fun games and toys to encourage your little one’s social & emotional development, we’ve got everything you need to support your child’s journey.
Help your child grow up & reach their full potential by understanding the 4 areas of child development - Social & Emotional, Cognitive, Language & Physical.
When do babies start crawling? What are the different stages of crawling? What are the different types of crawls? (hint: it's all a bit of a mystery)
"When do babies sit up from lying down?" is the key question to understanding baby's gross motor developmental journey to crawling and walking!
From crawling to walking to jumping and throwing... Developing gross motor skills are one of the key parts of early childhood physical growth!
Dinner, supper or tea time is the start of your toddler’s bedtime routine so it's important to get it right! But what time should a toddler eat dinner at?
Discover how to teach a baby to lay down from sitting with our expert guide and proven tips to unlock their development potential in no time!
Discover when do babies roll over and how to encourage their physical development. From signs, delays, exercises and expert tips, you'll get it all.
Why do babies stare? What is it about a ceiling fan that is so amazing? Is my face really that fascinating?
Understanding the stages of language development is crucial for you to support your child's growth and development... Here's what you must know!
Chores for 4 year olds will lay the foundation of responsibility, self-respect, fun and family unity for years to come! Here's how to get started...
Whether sharing a spade in a sandpit or playing a simple game of tag, cooperative play skills are essential to your child's healthy development.
Parallel play will allow your child to gain the confidence & knowledge to move from solitary play toward social play in a safe & non-intimidating way!
Through the 6 stages of play, your children will learn vital social, emotional, cognitive and physical skills that will carry them through their entire lives.
Discover the fascinating world of associative play - the crucial developmental milestone that's often overlooked but is fundamental to your little one.
Shyness? Weariness? Developmental delays? Or something more serious? What exactly does it mean if my toddler won't play with others?
Here's a complete run down about unoccupied play to ensure your baby gets the most out of this precious play time during their early months!
We all know that toddlers love to explore their world! So, it's important to choose the best activities for 18 month old toddlers to keep them learning!
Whether you are looking at wooden or classic toys, here are the best ride on toys for 1 year old that you can buy today to complete your playroom!
Activities for 3 month old babies need to be two things... simple and fun! But why is play so important and what are the best activities for babies?
There are millions of fun, cute and entertaining toys on the market at the moment... But which are the best baby toys for our little ones?
There are plenty of games for 3 year olds out there that are perfect for every occasion to keep your little one entertained. Check out my top picks!
Have you ever thought to yourself "Do I have to entertain my baby all the time?" or wondering how to find the balance between activity and rest?
Choosing bedtime story books for babies has been a hobby of mine ever since I first started at Norland! Here are my top picks from the last 40 years
The world is full of beautiful & wonderful books! But how can you even begin to choose which are the best books for 1 year old toddlers?
By age 3, you can introduce more complex narratives to story time & now is the perfect time to expand their bookshelf with the best books for 3 year olds!
For me, the best books for 2-year-olds help with important milestones, fears, and emotions. They're cozy, charming and fun. Here are my top picks.
Read our comprehensive list of the best baby books for the early years, from the sweet to the sentimental, hand-picked and Norland Nanny approved!
Finding the best books for toddlers will be a journey full of funny characters, beautiful stories, morals and lessons and lots of bright colours!