Preschool Development: Information and Strategies for Caregivers
These videos are intended to provide general information and strategies for common topics related to Preschool Child Development. Please note that there will be a monthly virtual Question & Answer Session with an Occupational Therapist and Social Worker that will allow you to ask questions after reviewing the videos
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Child Development
In this video we will talk about the importance of Function, Family, Fitness, Fun, Friends, and Future for your child’s development. Ways to include your child’s strengths and interests will be shared.
Raising preschoolers can be tough. This video talks about challenging behaviours and offers some strategies to support your child and yourself during these years.
This video focuses on supporting kids to become independent eaters. Tips on supporting increased variety of foods in the child’s diet will be discussed. It includes information about the parent’s roles and child’s roles during mealtimes. Resource Links: Feeding your baby: 6 months to 1 year Feeding your child from age 1-5
Sleep
Getting ready for bed can be a challenge! We will review the basics of sleep hygiene, routines and discuss some helpful tips to make bedtime easier. Reference: Huntley, R. (1991). The sleep book for tired parents. Parenting Press. Resource Links: Sleep Strategies
Toilet Training
This video focuses on the favourite words of child development including function, family, friends, fitness, fun, and future and how they relate to toilet training. It includes information about pre-potty training and readiness signs, toileting tips and suggestions, as well as sensory processing and toileting. Resource Links: Tips to Take Home When to Start Toilet Training Kids Health – Toilet Training
