Description
Because we want the best possible start for our children, most of us will be drawn in by marketing and advertising hype from baby product manufacturers at some point. Bouncers, walkers, carriers, electronic toys, and “educational” videos are intended to make our daily lives easier and our children smarter, but their overuse may also impede child development. The latest parenting book from the American Academy of Paediatrics (AAP), Retro Baby: Cut Back on All the Gear and Boost Your Baby’s Development With More Than 100 Time-tested Activities helps parents and caregivers understand the importance of one-on-one play with your child. In this exceptional book featuring more than 100 activities, you’ll – Learn how crucial connexions are formed between your child’s brain and muscles during the first year of life. – Discover how the overuse of some baby products can hinder infant exploration. – Try a variety of ideas that enhance your baby’s ability to learn. Retro Baby brings 20 years of experience in this area into your home. Anne H. Zachry, PhD, OTR/L, understands that each family and baby have different needs and offers flexible strategies and suggestions for playtime. About the Author Anne H. Zachry, PhD, OTR/L, is a paediatric occupational therapist, child development specialist, and assistant professor of occupational therapy at the University of Tennessee Health Science Centre. Her research on this subject has been published in national peer-reviewed journals and her profession’s trade magazines as well as a number of parenting magazines. Her blog, “Paediatric Occupational Therapy Tips” averages 50,000 hits monthly.
