Boosting Baby’s Brain by Dana Smith Bader in OTR Blog “Many people advise new mothers not to spend too much time holding their babies because they will ‘spoil’ the baby. However, research proves otherwise. This week, we take a look at how important a responsive, attentive mother is for boosting a baby’s brain development.” It took 10 years of marriage for my eldest to arrive…
Charitable Choices by Dana Smith Bader in OTR Blog “Ramadan is here, alhamdulillah! It is a time for fasting, extra prayers, acts of worship, and charity. It is also a special time for family gatherings and the perfect time to teach our children about doing good deeds for others. This week we look more closely at how to…
Stress Busters by Dana Smith Bader in OTR Blog “Children like adults can experience stress and, if left unmanaged, this stress can manifest into physical symptoms. Therefore, it is important for parents to understand why children get stressed and how to help them manage that stress. This week we look at healthy ways to manage stress in…
Making the Most of Mindfulness by Dana Smith Bader in OTR Blog “All of us lead very busy lives, and we are always on the go. As such, it is very difficult to find time to relax and be mindful of the important things in life. However, mindfulness is not only good for us, but it is…
Spring Fair @ Windsor Nursery, Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi (Entry Free) Come one, Come all! Inviting all members to join Windsor Nursery for their Community Spring Fair on Thursday, April 25th from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The event will be filled with live performances, a one of a kind planetarium experience, petting zoo…
“Drama Queen” and “Drama King” by Dana Smith Bader in OTR Blog We know our children love to play, but often as parents, we do not understand the full importance of their play. This week we take a look at the dramatic and social play and how it benefits their development. If you have a 16 year…
To Compete or Not to compete? by Dana Smith Bader in OTR Blog We can all agree that sports, or at least exercise, is good for our kids. Making sure children have a dedicated time when they are active, exercising, and, preferably, enjoying being outdoors is essential to keeping them healthy. By taking part in weekly sports…
Learning Language by Age and Stage by Dana Smith Bader in OTR Blog Every day at Over the Rainbow – Al Bayan Nursery we focus on building language and communication with our children. When parents partner with us and focus on language, we get amazing results. To help you get started with your child, here are a few language building tips. Language…
Hard Wired to Play – Most parents who send their children to nursery want their children to learn how to socialize with other children. However, learning to socialize and play cooperatively with others involves skills children learn over time. This week we take a closer look at the stages of that process. Hard Wired to…
Healthy Hygiene Habits – This week we focus on healthy hygiene for preventing illness. It is essential that young children, especially those entering nursery, learn healthy hygiene habits like hand washing, food safety, and personal care. Healthy Hygiene Habits by Dana Smith Bader in OTR Blog I recently read that at any given time anywhere from two to…
