Early Childhood Development in Nursery and the Role of Caregivers
The nursery environment is far more than simply organised child‑care for infants. For babies below the age of three — a period marked by intense growth, brain d
How to Boost Infant Communication and Bonding
How to stimulate communication between parent and infant, how to boost the development of attachment – Instructions for parentsMilivoj Jovančević associate prof
Informing pregnant women and families about harmful environmental exposures
We want to create a long-term relationship of trust and health with parents and children.Many things, such as smoking, exposure to cigarette smoke, and drinking
How to Support a Healthy Start – Postpartum Care for Mothers and Newborns
Building a Long-Term Relationship of Trust and Health Between Parents and ChildrenThe return of a mother and her newborn from the maternity ward marks the begin
Teething in infants – Signs, timeline, and soothing tips
Teething is one of the earliest developmental milestones, and it often raises concern and confusion for new parents. Around the age of two months, many babies b
Understanding and Supporting Premature Birth: A Guide for Parents
What Is premature birth?Premature birth occurs when a baby is born before 37 completed weeks of gestation. This experience is deeply emotional and often overwhe
Infant motor development: what parents should know
Understanding how infants develop motor skills is essential for identifying typical development patterns and recognizing early signs of potential delays. Motor
The importance of the early parent–infant relationship
Parental care and early childhood developmentParental care begins with the birth of the first child. Although they are faced with all the complexity of this tas
The effect of chemical toxins on infant growth and development
At Littledot, we are committed to building a long-term relationship of trust and well-being with families by raising awareness about the environmental factors t
Infant massage techniques and benefits for infant and parents
We want to create a long-term relationship of trust and health with parents and children The massage has a long tradition. In India, birth is followed by an oil
Childhood leg pain and what parents need to know
Most children complain of pain in one or both legs at some point. The pain may occur in the evening or at night, sometimes in the morning or during the day. It
Potty training challenges and solutions for parents
Understanding the process of potty trainingPotty training is a significant milestone in a child’s development and a common topic among parents and experts. Many
Understanding the Apgar Score assessing newborn vitality
Building trust and health with parents and children At LittleDot, we are committed to fostering a long-term relationship of trust and health with parents and ch
Baby fitness
Milivoj Jovančević, Andrea Čalopek ButkovićExercises which are part of a “Baby fitness” programme have multiple benefits. The building of the brain continues ev
Diaper-free infants: growing up without diapers?
In recent years, the notion that children should be allowed to grow up diaper-free has been gaining attention in developed countries. Consequently, an increasin
Early brain development: Key processes of growth and maturation
The foundations of brain developmentA commonly held belief is that we are fully formed at birth and need only food and time to grow and become adults. However,
Raising children
Raising children is one of the most difficult tasks – one you will never feel fully prepared for. However, it is also among the most fulfilling tasks. Here is s
LittleDot health journal – FREE support for the health of your entire family
The LittleDot Health Journal is designed as a practical, detailed tool for tracking the health of all family members, from the youngest to the oldest. This app
Infants and celebrations
The birth of a child brings significant changes into the family routine as the infant instantly becomes the centre of attention. The infant receives a lot of ti
Will baby walkers and jumpers help my baby learn to walk?
No. In fact, studies have shown that babies who use a walker may actually learn to walk about a month later than those who don’t. Walkers allow babies to move a