Prenatal development period includes the growth and development process of the zygote, which is formed by the union of sperm and egg in the womb (Shiel Jr., 2018). First 4 months of the baby in the womb is a vital period regarding the beginning of the formation of organs. During this period, new features such […]
Maternal Well-Being and Child Development
Definition of “well-being” has long been discussed in the previous literature, such as lifelong development, full functionality, absence of illness, being happy and relaxed (Ryff, 1995). Based on previous conceptualization, it is possible to define the concept of well-being as life satisfaction and health. On that ground, maternal well-being could be conceptualized as the mother’s […]
Supporting Children During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The negative conditions emerged during the COVID-19 pandemic have placed significant changes in the lives of both parents and children. For example, in order to reduce the spread of the virus, people were advised to stay in quarantine at home, and many people started to spend more time at home than prior to the pandemic. […]
Mindful Parenting and Child Development
Mindful Parenting Mindfulness has been defined as “the awareness that emerges through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, and nonjudgmentally to the unfolding of experience moment by moment’’ (Kabat-Zinn, 2003, p. 145). As an extension to this definition, mindful parenting is parents’ learning to listen and understand their children nonjudgmentally, increasing their awareness […]
Father Involvement in Child Development and Learning
Mothers and fathers play an essential role in children’s development and learning. Father’s participation in child’s learning and development process changed over time. In the past, fathers were less involved in their children’s lives. However, with women’s increased involvement in work life and changes in gender roles, parenting roles within the family also changed. Therefore, […]
Learning Through Digital Tools In Early Childhood
Learning through Digital in Childhood Technological devices have become part of our daily life. According to statistics, every home in America has at least one television, computer, and mobile phone (Roberts & Foehr, 2008). Almost every family has at least one mobile phone, television, and internet access (Turkish Statistical Institute, 2020). Although it differs by […]
Temperement in Early Childhood
Every child has a different reaction to events that occur in their environment. Even the siblings who are raised by the same parents in the same family have different behavioral responses to environmental stimuli compared to each other. Why do some children smile when they step into a new environment, while others feel uncomfortable with […]