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The Effects of COVID-19 on Child Development: As a result of social isolation during the pandemic, teachers are seeing a greater number of unaware and self-centered behaviors in the classroom: toy-snatching, picking on peers to get adult attention, throwing tantrums, wanting all of the teacher's attention, etc. To mitigate these effects, parents can model appropriate social skills in their daily interactions with the child and offer praise when the child exhibits positive social skills like initiating conversations and showing interest in others. Parents are also encouraged to read to their children and ask questions about the character's intentions, feelings, and thoughts along the way. Parents may also play games that foster critical thinking, planning, and cooperation. Read more at: https://www.forbes.com/sites/leahcampbell/2021/10/31/impact-of-covid-19-on-childrens-social-skills/?sh=67c86302a548 #Baby #parenting #language #COVID19 #backtoschool #socialskillsforkids

New Parents Self Care: It is important to socialize with adults, pre-baby friends or other new parents in your community to build a support group. It may be hard for you and your baby to make many friends during the pandemic, but there are many resources such as libraries, community centers, and places of worship that can get you a group for you and your baby to socialize with. Even if all fails, setting up video calls with friends and family can help parents socialize without leaving the house! Read more in this article: https://www.verywellfamily.com/how-to-practice-self-care-as-a-new-mom-4771779

New parents and hygiene self care: While taking care of your baby, you may forgo your own personal hygiene. However, it is important to maintain your personal hygiene for the health of both you and your baby. Making a list to remind you of hygiene self care as part of your to do list lets you dedicate time to it. You can maintain hygiene and teach your baby healthy hygienic habits by bringing them into the bathroom and keeping them within eyesight. Rachel Gurevich, RN promotes these and many other self care tips for new parents, check out her article: https://www.verywellfamily.com/how-to-practice-self-care-as-a-new-mom-4771779

Momma and Baby Self Care: It is easy to get lost in the daily routine of work, chores, and childcare. However, parents can use these activities as an opportunity to exercise a little! Exercising doesn't necessarily have to take place at the gym. The author of "How to Practice Self-Care as a New Mom", Rachel Gurevich R.N., suggests to put on upbeat music when cleaning. Moving to the rhythm of the music while cleaning will create a workout for yourself. Going for a walk when the baby is napping in a stroller is another good way to get exercise and spend time with the baby. To read more, take a look at Gurevich's article: https://www.verywellfamily.com/how-to-practice-self-care-as-a-new-mom-4771779