The Basics Mecklenburg @TheBasicsMeck
Five fun, simple and powerful steps to give every child a great start in life. Administerd by @SmartStartMeck. #TheBasics thebasics-mecklenburg.org Mecklenburg County, NC Joined October 2018-
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Thanks for following us as we work to ensure that every parent & caregiver is fully supported to use The Basics in everyday life. To stay engaged with us, follow @SmartStartMeck in support of their vision that all children enter kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed.
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How do you maximize love & manage stress when the world around us is chaotic? Teach your toddler to name their feelings. This helps them understand & express emotions. Let them know that all feelings are OK, & that you're there for them when they are happy or upset.
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COMPARE: Provide opportunities for your child to touch and explore things that are the same and different. For example, let your baby shake things that make different sounds, or touch fabrics with different textures. Talk about how they are similar or different. #thebasics
RESPOND TO THEM: Your infant depends on you to meet their needs. Watch and listen for clues about how they feel and what they need. For example, a cry or whimper may mean that they are hungry or hot. Over time, you will learn to read your infant’s signals. #thebasics
USE YOUR HANDS: When you talk about something, point to it. This helps your child understand what you mean. Encourage your child to point too. “Can you point to the triangle?” This will help them connect new words to the objects they represent. #thebasics
TALK ABOUT FEELINGS: Teach your toddler to name their feelings. This will help them understand and express emotions. Let them know that all feelings are OK, and that you are there for them when they are happy or upset. #thebasics
MATCH AND SORT: Make a game of matching and sorting objects into groups. Your child can match and sort items by their shape, color, size, or other features. #thebasics
TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF: Stress is normal, but too much stress is bad for a baby’s brain. Things that cause stress for an infant are loud noises or adults who seem upset or angry. It is important to have strategies for coping when your life gets stressful. #thebasics

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