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Parent Experiences
As you enter into parenting, the most important thing for you to remember is that in the same way every child is different… every “parent experience” is different as well.
Hey there! I’m Stephen Brackett, bringing you the Colorado Early Learning and Development Guidelines’ Parent Experience video caregivers of newborns.
As you begin your parenting journey, the most important thing for you to remember is that in the same way every child is different… every “parent experience” is different as well.
The first 4 months can be especially tricky. Lack of sleep, constant feedings and what feels like an endless string of diaper changes can wear on even the most confident new parent. But, here’s the thing… you aren’t alone! Let’s hear from some parents who know exactly what you’re going through!
Hey there! I’m Stephen Brackett, bringing you the Colorado Early Learning and Development Guidelines’ Parent Experience video for caregivers of infants 4-8 months old.
As you begin your parenting experience, the most important thing for you to remember is that in the same way every child is different… every “parent experience” is different as well.
4-8 months can be a time of great change in your baby. He or she may be settling into a more regular eating and sleeping pattern and trying to interact with you more and more. It can be funny and nerve-wracking all at the same time. But, here’s the thing… you aren’t alone! Let’s hear from some parents who know exactly what you’re going through!
Hey there! I’m Stephen Brackett, bringing you the Colorado Early Learning and Development Guidelines’ Parent Experience video for caregivers of children 9-18 months old.
As a parent, one of the most important things for you to remember is that in the same way every child is different… every “parent experience” is different as well.
Your child will most likely go through a LOT of changes from 9-18 months. He’s going from blended to solid foods, spending more time with your family as a whole and even starting to socialize! He’s also probably on the go, zipping from one thing to another. You’re probably more exhausted than ever, but here’s the thing… you aren’t alone! Let’s hear from some parents who know exactly what you’re going through!
Hey there! I’m Stephen Brackett, bringing you the Colorado Early Learning and Development Guidelines’ Parent Experience video for caregivers of children 19-36 months old.
By the time your child is this age, you may be feeling pretty confident. After all, you’ve gotten your child this far, right? (smiles). Now you may be comparing your child and your experiences to the children and families around you. It’s a totally natural thing to do, but the most important thing for you to remember is that in the same way every child is different… every “parent experience” is different as well.
At this age your child is talking up a storm, making up stories, expressing her feelings, her emotions and trying to exert some independence. It can be a lot of fun… and incredibly challenging. But here’s the thing… you aren’t alone! Let’s hear from some parents who know exactly what you’re going through!
Hey there! I’m Stephen Brackett, bringing you the Colorado Early Learning and Development Guidelines’ Parent Experience video for caregivers of children 3-5 years old.
Once your child hits this age you may start feeling pretty confident. After all, you’ve gotten your child this far, right? (smiles). You may be comparing your child and your experiences to the children and experiences of the people around you. It’s a totally natural thing to do, but the most important thing for you to remember is that in the same way every child is different… every “parent experience” is different as well.
At this age it may seem like someone just wound up your child and set her loose. Her curiosity about the world is increasing and she may seem to have endless amounts of energy. This age can be a lot of fun… and really frustrating. But here’s the thing… you aren’t alone! Let’s hear from some parents who know exactly what you’re going through!
Hey there! I’m Stephen Brackett, bringing you the Colorado Early Learning and Development Guidelines’ Parent Experience video for caregivers of children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade.
As your child begins their school experience, you may be dealing with a whole new category of fears, emotions and things to worry about; Is she ready for school? Will the other children be nice to her? Will she be nice to them? Do the teachers care about her? Will she be safe? How can I make sure she is successful? Those are all reasonable questions, and you’re not the only one asking them!
Sending your child out into the world in their first steps of independence may be daunting. But here’s the thing… you aren’t alone! Let’s hear from some parents who know exactly what you’re going through!
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The early years of a child's life — from birth to age eight — are critically important for learning and development.
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