If you've been a listener of First Time Mum's Chat for some time then you will know that I'm a big fan of encouraging babies and infants to develop their own imagination, fun and activities and earlier this year, I put together an episode of First Time Mum's Chat focusing on the Montessori Method which very much encourages this approach.

I received a lot of feedback following this episode so I've been on the lookout for someone qualified. I was delighted to recently meet Daniela Hoyle who is currently a head teacher for the toddlers program at a Montessori school in California.

Daniela is a certified infant and toddler Montessori guide and in this episode we have a chat about the Montessori method and particularly its application to infants during their first 12 months.

I'm sure you'll find Daniela's pearls of wisdom as interesting and inspiring as I did and you'll hear us talk about the importance of:-

• Talking to your baby to encourage their development and imagination.
• Connecting with your child as much as you can during their first year and letting them participate in your activities.

And much more!