040: Raise a Montessori Baby and Toddler with Simone Davies

In this episode, I am chatting with Simone Davies, author of “The Montessori Toddler” and co-author of “The Montessori Baby” which are comprehensive guides to raising toddlers and infants in a Montessori way.

I loved having these books on my nightstand over the last few years they have been excellent resources for our family. In today’s conversation, we share the most amazing concepts with you on how to implement Montessori methods at home. We get into everything from how to set up your home before the baby arrives, the benefits of going slow and having less stuff, setting limits for your toddler, and using praise in a healthy way. You will learn so many simple and practical ways to start using Montessori principles with your family today.

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Highlights from this episode:

How Simone got involved in the Montessori lifestyle 20 years
What is Montessori?
Introduce the Montessori philosophy during pregnancy and newborn stage
Provide a simple environment for babies
Incorporate daily life into your baby’s activities
Teach consent from a young age
The idea of floor beds for babies and toddlers
How to properly baby-proof the bedroom
Set up a predictable daily routine
Understanding toddler emotions from a Montessori perspective
How to set healthy boundaries for your toddler in a positive way
Provide a space for toddlers to climb and move
Be the calm mediator your child needs
How to bring the Montessori approach & activities into your home
Allow your toddler time to process information
Offer intrinsic motivation instead of external praise
Have compassion for yourself

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