LEFT SIDE OF THE BRAIN

In this Episode: Babbling, physical development, increasing verbal communication and games being enjoyed by baby and caregiver alike. Listen now for an exciting look at your child’s development from 4 to 6 months.

SERVE AND RETURN—basically having a conversation with your baby.   Studies have shown that back-and-forth interactions changes brains—it shapes the brain architecture. It actually increases brain volume and can boost brain development and build early language skills. We certainly hope that by the end of this podcast, you understand just how valuable this technique is. This minipodcast will outline the steps involved. 

 In this podcast, we will be talking about activities you can try that are great for developing language skills.  It’s fun to explore what are the toys, games, books and songs that your child responds to.  

In this episode, we will learn what developmental skills Anna is accomplishing now, what cooing is, what’s coming next for Anna and what her parents can do to help her continue to develop her communication skills. 

Wondering what you can do to help your newborn baby start to develop communication skills?  Join us as we discuss books, toy, games and songs that we have found helpful in developing skills in newborn babies.  

This mini-podcast will expand your knowledge of parentese and the science behind why it is so beneficial for young children.  Learn about the components of parentese and why each piece helps a baby learn language.  

Nicole, Tim and baby Anna are home now and are just learning about each other and are trying to navigate adding a new member to their family. 

 This podcast explores why babies cry and what their cries tell us about what they have already learned about their native language. 

 It also explores the communication technique called “Parentese”; how to use it and what the value is for the child.  

Nicole is eagerly awaiting the arrival of her baby Anna.  

 If you are pregnant, we bet you have been checking out websites to monitor the progress of your pregnancy.  What parts are developing now?  Are there fingernails yet?  What about eyebrows?  

 But have you thought about what your baby is doing to prepare for learning to communicate?  We think you will be amazed at all the learning that is happening even before a baby is born!

 Left Side of the Brain Podcast: It's all about communication development in children from before they are born until five years old.