When autism is identified early in life, it opens up the opportunity to intervene during the most critical stages of brain development. Early autism services are designed to support young children showing signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) by providing therapies that enhance learning, communication, behavior, and emotional regulation. These services are often life-changing—not just…
Anxiety in children is becoming increasingly common, often manifesting as excessive worry, fear, or avoidance in daily situations. Understanding the causes behind this emotional struggle is crucial for timely intervention. Various factors can contribute to anxiety in children, including genetics, family dynamics, school pressure, trauma, and even an overexposure to screens or social media. Sometimes,…
Developing gross motor skills is one of the most important aspects of a child’s early growth. These skills involve the coordination of large muscles responsible for actions like walking, running, jumping, balancing, and throwing. Engaging children in regular Gross Motor Skills Activities helps strengthen these abilities, leading to better posture, body awareness, coordination, and social…
Eye-hand coordination is the ability to use our vision to guide the movement of our hands. In children, this skill plays a vital role in overall development, as it supports fine motor skills, cognitive processing, and physical control. Whether it’s writing, buttoning a shirt, or using classroom tools, eye-hand coordination allows children to perform tasks…
Modern parenting is about more than just physical health and good grades—it’s about nurturing the invisible part of your child’s life: mental and child health. Good child’s mental health shapes how children learn, connect with others, and handle life’s challenges. But many parents don’t know what to look for, what causes mental health issues, or…
Every child’s mind is unique — full of creativity, curiosity, and potential. But sometimes, growing up comes with emotional and behavioural challenges that can feel overwhelming, both for children and their families. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) has emerged as a trusted, scientifically supported approach that empowers children to understand and reshape their thoughts, emotions, and…
In early childhood education, assessment and evaluation are often used interchangeably, but they serve different purposes. Assessment is a continuous process of observing and documenting children’s growth, development and skills — especially useful for identifying and supporting Learning Disability in Children to promote individual learning. Evaluation, on the other hand, is a broader judgment about…
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects each child differently—shaping how they learn, communicate, and interact. At Nurturers, we know that therapy is most effective when it connects directly to the child’s everyday world, especially their educational environment. That’s where the idea of educational implications becomes essential. Educational implications help us see beyond symptoms and diagnoses. They…