Early Childhood Education

　　Early childhood education or ECE is very important to young children. Often, when we hear the word, we associate them with preschool and kindergarten. This should not be the case. For this education, this starts from the birth of the child up to the age of eight were the development of the brain is really in progress. As a parent, you have to know how important this type of education to your children is to ensure that they develop healthy and whole. We have to know what they need, not only physically, but emotionally and mentally as well.

　　As a parent who do not have an idea what ECE is all about, or believes the misconception about it, you may think that providing the basic needs of your child is enough. It is important to understand that aside from the basic needs, they also have emotional needs like adults. They also need attention and affection from the people around them. Do not think that having a nanny to take care of them while you are away is enough. This is a common mistake for parents all over the world. Seeing that they are working hard for the family to make sure that they provide the basic needs, they pass the responsibility to the nanny when it comes to the emotional needs.

　　Note that within the ECE age or around birth to 6 years, you have to spend quality time with your children during their development years. You have to help them, as parents, to establish their identity in this early phase of their lives. Nannies are just your support group and not your replacement.
　　What You Need To Know
　　Information regarding this can be found everywhere. There are a lot of books about it, self-help that may help you understand your child’s need. You can, in addition, consult a child psychologist so that they can explain to you further the importance of being there for your kids during their pre-school years.
　　Aside from that, the Internet is a good information tool as well in order for you to explore the world of preschoolers. There are thousands of references online that can provide you with not only the basic information but also advance information regarding this. There are also list of examples why it is important and how being informed will help your child as they grow up.
　　You – The Parent
　　As a parent, we have responsibilities to our children as soon as they are born. It is important that we establish their identity at a young age by helping them through their early years in life. It is vital to their success as an individual when they grow up. Take advantage of their young age to build a better foundation between you and your child. Ensure that they feel your love and affection together with feeling that they are accepted. By doing this, you are establishing their self worth. Read about early childhood education and surely, you will never go wrong in raising your child. And good quality time is often enough.