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0-3 years: Language and play advice
Children need to play and talk. They learn and develop by doing things and by exploring the world around them. Babies and toddlers learn to speak by listening to you so talk to your child as much as you can. Enjoy playing with your children. …0-3 years: Helping your child to sleep
Sleep is very important for babies and toddlers. Their bodies and brains are growing and developing quickly - plenty of rest gives them the energy they need to learn and grow strong. Too little sleep can make children irritable and difficult and make it hard…0-3 years: Helping your baby and toddler to be happy
Parents are very important! You are the centre of your child's life in the early months and years. Almost everything they learn comes from their relationship with you. Your love and care gives them security and confidence. They learn from you about feelings and emotions. …Our Manchester Disability Plan
Please open the first download to see Our Manchester Disability Plan. For more information about Our Manchester Disability Plan, please open the second download AADS developed in March 2017.NSPCC online safety for children - parental advice and information
Children and young people spend a lot of time online – it can be a great way for them to socialise, explore and have fun. But children do also face risks like cyberbullying or seeing content that's inappropriate. The following NSPCC websites and helplines can…Feedback from Time Specialist Support
I recently took a young boy we support- Dapo- swimming for the first time. He is a lovely boy, but can be very challenging at times and can sometimes get distressed. After we had been in the pool for about 5 minutes, my co-worker- Kate-…Stephen's Story - Case Study
Feedback from Time Specialist Support Team Thought you'd appreciate an update on how things are going with Stephen: I think last time I mentioned him I said that he had started opening up to me a lot more. Well, this trend has continued and since…Rosie's Story - Case Study
Rosie’s Story Rosie has Cerebral Palsy and initially attended Lancastrian, she then moved onto a main stream school. Using a small direct payment Rosie was able to access horse riding and sport activities which she really enjoys. The activities have had a range of beneficial…Young Carers Rights - Guides to Support and Plans.
Young Carers Guides & Plans Young Carer Guides to Support: These guides have been coproduced with Manchester Young Carers and members of the Young Carers Partnership. These guides can aid conversations with children and young people who are identified as, or suspected to be young…