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What is Play@Home?
The Play@Home programme
consists of three books:
- The baby book for children
from birth to 1 year
- The toddler book for
children from 1-3 years
- The pre-school book for
children from 3-5 years
The programme has been
developed on the philosophy that parents are their children's
first educators. Children learn through movement and play,
they imitate sounds and actions, they enjoy loving touch and
they will appreciate the benefits of the programme as they
grow up. The programmes are designed to guide parents through
the early years by giving appropriate instructions to aid
development. They suggest healthy techniques and activities
that can be used to strengthen bonding and communication,
improve parenting skills and introduce healthy lifestyle
routines and attitudes from the first day of life.
Who would benefit from
Play@Home?
All children can benefit from
the daily exercise and health related routines suggested.
Parents are encouraged to adopt daily exercise as role model
for the children. Parents also benefit from improved
communication and parenting skills which the programme
encourages.
Where are Play@Home programmes
run?
Many health visitors are
involved in the promotion of the Play@Home programmes. Parents
can receive written information on how to follow the
programme.
What format does the programme
take?
Methods used include:
- Encouraging deep water
bathing and water confidence activities
- Baby massage
- Exercise related play
activities
- Watching other adults and
children exercise
- Mixing with other children
How can I access the
programme?
To find out about Play At Home
groups in your area, contact the Parenting West Lothian
Administrator:
Is there a charge?
There is no charge.
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