#family & childcare

[thedaycaredream23]

Unlocking the Power of Play: A Journey of Growth and Discovery

Play is not just a frivolous activity; it is an essential and natural part of childhood. It is through play that children learn, explore, and make sense of the world around them. In this blog post, we will delve into the remarkable power of play and how it influences a child's development in multifaceted ways. From cognitive and social skills to physical and emotional well-being, play unlocks doors to endless possibilities and fosters growth and discovery.

Multifaceted Nature of Play: Play is a dynamic and diverse phenomenon that encompasses a wide range of activities. From imaginative play to physical play, children engage in different forms of play that serve various purposes. Whether it's building with blocks, pretending to be superheroes, or engaging in creative art projects, each play experience contributes to their overall development. Cognitive Development and Problem-Solving Skills: Play provides a fertile ground for cognitive development. When children engage in open-ended play, they are presented with opportunities to think critically, problem-solve, and make decisions. Building puzzles, constructing structures, and engaging in strategic games stimulate their minds, enhance their spatial awareness, and sharpen their problem-solving skills. Social Skills and Emotional Intelligence: Play is a social activity that encourages interaction, cooperation, and the development of social skills. Through imaginative play, children learn to negotiate, take turns, share, and resolve conflicts. They also explore different roles, perspectives, and emotions, fostering empathy and emotional intelligence. Play allows them to navigate social dynamics, communicate effectively, and build meaningful relationships with their peers. Physical Development and Motor Skills: Active play, such as running, climbing, and jumping, contributes to the development of gross motor skills, strength, and coordination. Fine motor skills are honed through activities like drawing, cutting, and manipulating objects during play. These physical experiences promote healthy growth, enhance body control, and lay the foundation for future physical abilities. Creativity and Imagination: Play is the realm where creativity and imagination thrive. When children engage in imaginative play, they enter a world of make-believe, where they can become anyone or anything they desire. They create stories, invent scenarios, and explore limitless possibilities. Nurturing their imagination through play empowers children to think creatively, express themselves, and develop a sense of wonder and curiosity that extends far beyond childhood. Conclusion: Unlocking the power of play is one of the greatest gifts we can give to children. It is a fundamental right and an essential component of their development. As parents, caregivers, and educators, we must recognize and nurture the importance of play in their lives. By providing them with opportunities for play, creating stimulating environments, and embracing their natural curiosity, we empower them to learn, grow, and discover their unique abilities. So, let us unlock the power of play and witness the remarkable transformations it brings forth in the hearts and minds of children.

[entesarfares2013]

I am Intisar from Gaza, a mother of 7 children. My house was destroyed in Gaza, and lost my work also, and I was displaced to many places, and now in Rafah, even the necessities of life are missing. Water and food have become our greatest concern.

We lost all our dreams and ambitions. We are looking for a place to house only our bodies

I don't know where to go or how to live, especially since I am the sole breadwinner for my children

Help me and them get out of Gaza and start again

Vetted by: @90-ghost @nabulsi @el-shab-hussein

So please, I am speaking to the human inside you. Please help me and my family survive this war and do everything you can to help me through this 🙏🙏💔

https://gofund.me/74e87f75

@neptunerings @appsa @vakarians-babe @el-shab-hussein @sar-soor

[orangelemonart]

I think Shikamaru only decided to be Naruto’s hokage advisor because he realized it would be less work and better hours than being a SAHD married to the kazekage’s advisor

Also I think it would be really funny if they started out that way because he thought being the stay at home parent would be easy but then he realized it’s full time and started screaming crying throwing up until Temari agreed to move to Konoha because they have public childcare there

[shivroy]

what if the tomshiv baby wasn't aborted and turned out to be just like a weird cunt. this is my unadulterated vision

[gazagfmboost]

Mohamed Emad AbuElzomar, Wife, & Small children Mamoud(5), Kinan(2) & Emad(1.5)

Vetting: Vetted Gaza Evacuation #100 & El-Shab Hussein & Personal IG video #1 Instagram: mohamed_elzomar & eslam.gaza96 Fund Currency: € Euro Teacher Mohamed's talented henna artist wife reached out to me, the love these two have for each other & their children is inspiring! I hope to share their love for life with you- They're hoping to evacuate so she can finish her studies & to rescue their "three moons", young boys Mahmoud, 5 yrs old, Kinan, 2 yrs old, Emad, 1.5 yrs old. Please consider sharing any small contribution to their cause, a heart or re-share to the post to help them feel seen & heard during this terrifying struggle. Thank you so much for your concern!

Urgent apeal to help Elzomar family leave Gaza immediately gofund.me/1184df2b

[arctic-hands]

It's all "Kids Need To Be Back In School!!" until city schools are so underfunded that multiple schools have to close for multiple days because there's no air condition and it's still hot out, or in winter there's no heat (while the former governor and centrist darling uses state funds to install a heated driveway at the governor's mansion)

[queerism1969]

[diwatakirsten]

**Urgent Appeal for Help: Support Ola and Her Children in Gaza**🚨🍉🇵🇸

Ola a mother from Gaza, is in desperate need of your help. The ongoing war has left her struggling to provide basic necessities for her children, including food, water, medicine, and milk for her baby girl. With no one to support the family during these incredibly difficult times, we ask for your urgent donation to help them survive. Every contribution, no matter how small, can make a huge difference.

The campaign is Vetted By Femme intifada on telegram.

Thank you for your generosity and kindness.

hi tumblr! 🍉

Please excuse some odd tags -- I am only adding such, so it can reach other audiences.

[puppyeared]

people who do STEM or administration as a career full time and continue to do art as a hobby, I am scared of you but like in a hot way. youre like if we were allowed to have cold drinks in winter. i look at you and think of miles morales with his two cakes. do you want to make out sometime

[hecksupremechips]

Ever think about Date’s view on family and how that relates to his character? When Mizuki asks him to define family, he just awkwardly offers that its like being blood related to someone. It leaves a bitter taste in his mouth and Mizukis, but like, he literally had no idea what a real family looks like. He’s an orphan, a man who grew up with no family and no name, but he doesn’t know that yet. He has no memory of his past, no way of knowing if there’s someone out there waiting for him to come home, if he even had a place to call home. His only frame of reference for a family is Mizuki and her parents. Deep down he knows it’s not right, not loving, but it fits the mold of a nuclear family, man and woman, blood related, so that must be what family is. When he’s asked to take in Mizuki, he’s absolutely clueless because he literally has zero frame of reference for how a child is supposed to be cared for. He puts distance between them because this isn’t his place, he doesn’t have the right to love this child as his own because he isn’t the real dad. There’s no place for someone like him in a family. And it’s baffling to him to hear that Mizuki not only loves him, she needs him because he is her family. Date believes he’s a nobody, just a sad, lonely man with no name who absolutely does not deserve this kind of love. But he has it anyway because he chooses it, he makes something that neither he nor Mizuki have ever had before. HES HOME

[kazbrekkerskane]

Being the eldest daughter is like hey mom and dad: fun fact! actually I am not a replacement parent that can take care of and drive around my siblings whenever you get bored of parenting but I am, in fact, also your child

[sibylsleaves]

about to have the most stressful week of 2024 so I’m turning the tables: send me your established relationship buddie headcanons 🙏🩷

[thoughtportal]

[hyrule-preschool]

I would like this but thinking having followers on tumblr makes your headcanon canon is the most egotistical shit ever. Being popular in a specific corner of the fandom on tumblr doesn't make you an authority and better and more enlightened than everybody else. Also shitting on fanarts and fic authors who depict them with a child because it doesn't align with your personal projection/politics. Hard pass

People IRL: "Hey man what's up?"

[gophergal]

Behold, the six "unique" roles of Stonevale, one of the colonies in Fading Hollow.

I've been thinking about this setting a lot lately, including all the characters. Honestly, I want to make every cat individual under the hood, but that is slowly driving me mad. For now, here are six of them:

Chief Ra'shira - the leader. Aggressive, irritable, but fiercely loyal to kith and kin.

Deputy Haystalk - her second in command and gentle younger brother. He has spent the majority of his adulthood smoothing over the trouble his sister's temper causes

Raven, the Seer - religious leader and second eldest cat in the colony. A grumpy bastard for the ages. The only company he enjoys is Mera and his sister, Blueshell

Mera Yari-tsa - a lifelong queen who has had a paw in raising every litter in the past 50 moons, earning her great respect. The most knowledgeable midwife in the hollow

Acorn - a senior messenger. He won't retire until his former apprentice, Puff, is ready to mentor another cat to take his place

Puff - a young messenger. He seems empty headed and the wrong body type for his position, but he has a fantastic memory and a knack for social situations

[witchydykebitch]

I feel so bad when I can't keep up with talking to people, like it's been impossible to keep a convo going bc I'm so busy and so drained!!