Entries by Emma Garbett
The Wonder Years: Why Your Baby’s Brain Is Buzzing More Than You Think
The Wonder Years: Why Your Baby’s Brain Is Buzzing More Than You Think. You know those days when you just about manage to change a nappy, wipe up the lunch that’s now become abstract art on the wall, and maybe (if you’re lucky) drink a hot cup of tea? You might wonder if you’re doing […]
Books Are Baby’s First Mirrors: How Stories Build Empathy and Identity
Books Are Baby’s First Mirrors: How Stories Build Empathy and Identity What if we told you that every time your baby stares at a picture book, they’re not just looking—they’re seeing themselves? Even before they can speak, babies are making sense of the world through faces, feelings, and familiarity. And one of the most powerful […]
The Science of Snuggles: Why Babies Learn Best When They Feel Safe
The Science of Snuggles: Why Babies Learn Best When They Feel Safe Let’s talk about something you’re already brilliant at: cuddling your baby. Yep, the soft snuffles on your shoulder, the sleepy head tucked under your chin, the warm weight of your baby dozing in your arms—these seemingly simple moments are doing something extraordinary. They’re […]
What Does It Mean When My Baby Smiles, Laughs, or Cries?
What Does It Mean When My Baby Smiles, Laughs, or Cries? There’s something utterly magical about the moment your baby smiles at you for the first time—like they’ve just handed you the moon on a spoon. But new parents often wonder: when do babies start smiling and laughing? Is that little grin just gas, or […]
How to Help Your Toddler Use Their Hands (and Why It’s a Big Deal)
How to Help Your Toddler Use Their Hands (and Why It’s a Big Deal) Ever caught your toddler trying to thread a raisin onto a spaghetti noodle, or getting seriously frustrated trying to peel a sticker? That’s not just adorable chaos—it’s actually really important stuff going on. All those tiny, fiddly movements are part of […]
Do Babies Really Need a Routine? What I Learned (and What the Experts Say)
Do Babies Really Need a Routine? What I Learned (and What the Experts Say) Before I had a baby, I thought “routine” just meant brushing your teeth before bed and maybe trying not to eat chocolate for breakfast (didn’t always succeed). Then suddenly I had a newborn and was hit with a tidal wave of […]
What Really Happens at Baby Classes
What Really Happens at Baby Classes When I signed up for my first baby class, I wasn’t entirely sure what I was hoping for. Maybe a bit of stimulation for my tiny human? A change of scene? A cup of tea I didn’t have to microwave three times? Like many new parents, I found myself […]
Books for Babies: What to Read and Why It Matters
The best books for babies under 6 months—and how to use them to spark something magical. Let’s be honest: when you first become a parent, books might not be top of your list. Sleep, feeding, nappies, repeat? Yes. But books? For a baby who can’t even sit up yet? Actually—yes. Reading to your baby from […]
When Will My Baby Say Their First Word?
When Will My Baby Say Their First Word? If you’re parenting a 6–12 month old, you’re probably hearing a lot of adorable babbling—but you might also be quietly wondering: When will my baby say their first word? Is it soon? Are they on track? Should I be worried? You’re not alone. Many parents find themselves […]
