Entries by Emma Garbett

What Is Sensory Stimulation and Why Does It Matter for Babies?

What Is Sensory Stimulation and Why Does It Matter for Babies? You’ve probably heard the phrase “sensory play” tossed around in baby groups or spotted it on Instagram alongside wooden toys and rainbow rice. But what is sensory stimulation and why does it matter for babies? It’s not just a buzzword—it’s a vital part of […]

Why Baby Development Classes Might Be Exactly What You Need

Why Baby Development Classes Might Be Exactly What You Need When you’re deep in the newborn fog—surviving on snacks, caffeine, and Google at 2am—it’s easy to feel unsure. Am I doing enough for my baby? Should I be helping their development more? Is it normal to feel a bit lonely? If you’ve ever found yourself […]

Does Reading to Babies Actually Help Their Brain Grow?

Does Reading to Babies Actually Help Their Brain Grow? (Spoiler: Yes, Big Time) When you’re in the trenches of new parenthood—surviving on caffeine, crumbs, and sheer willpower—it’s easy to wonder: does reading to babies actually help their brain grow, or are you just narrating “That’s Not My Hedgehog” to an audience of one slightly confused […]

Top 5 Sensory Activities to Try at Home with Your Baby

Top 5 Sensory Activities to Try at Home with Your Baby Spoiler alert: sensory play isn’t just about rice in a Tupperware (although, yes—still elite). As a parent, especially if you’re new to this wildly wonderful baby gig, you’re constantly told “play is learning!” and you nod politely while silently screaming, But what does that […]

What If My Baby Skips a Milestone?

What If My Baby Skips a Milestone?Understanding Variations in Development (and Why It’s Not Time to Panic) If you’re reading this with one hand while bouncing a baby on the other knee and sipping lukewarm tea—hi, you’re doing amazing. Whether you’re a first-time mum or adding another little love to your family, there’s one thing […]