In today's podcast Vicky talks about the importance of repetition for brain development and repetitive patterns of behaviour which researchers/authors Chris Athey and Cathy Nutbrown called "schemas". Very insightful and potentially many "aha" moments for parents wondering why their kids play in a certain way.

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-Stefan

Today we are starting a series of 5 interviews with Vicky Ellison, a passionate parent and senior advisor for the Ministry of Social Development's SKIP (Strategies with Kids - Information for Parents) team. We have been working with Vicky on a number of occassions and have marvelled at her wealth of knowledge on child development and her tips and ideas on handling the various challenges our developing children present us with.

In this first of five podcasts Vicky talks about brain development and windows of opportunity for developmental phases. Did you know that at birth a baby's brain is only partially developed and that babies need love and affection as a foundation to enable the brain to develop fully? Find out more fascinating facts about how our babies develop and get some great ideas for how you can help your child reach their full potential.

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-Stefan