Chapter Zero Singapore The Mindful Nanny workshops

Caring for a baby or toddler is an extremely important job. All children deserve to be cared for with respect, right from the day they are born.

This course is for in-home caregivers (nannies, domestic helpers and grandparents), offering knowledge and practice to equip them with the skills to handle young children confidently.

Caregivers are also shown how to promote a child’s development holistically, including providing quality interaction and play.

The Mindful Nanny for Infants         

– Suitable for caregivers of infants (0-18 months)
– 4 hour theory session
– 2-hour practical hands on session in a playgroup setting

The Mindful Nanny for Toddlers  

– Suitable for caregivers of toddlers (18 months – 3 years).
– 4-hour theory session
– 2-hour practical hands-on session in a playgroup setting.​

**NEW** for 2020

The Mindful Nanny for Pre-schoolers      

– Suitable for caregivers of pre-schoolers 3 to 6
– 4 hour theory session

*Available upon request only

Topics of study include:

• Attachment theory and the importance of the secure base
• Respectful caregiving such as diapering, bathing, dressing and feeding
• Creating a safe physical environment which supports play, learning, collaboration and independence.
• The value and elements of child-led play.
• Gentle discipline, including setting boundaries empathetically, time-ins, and natural and logical consequences.
• Praise and the growth vs fixed mindset.
• Supporting children during disputes.
• Supporting natural cognitive, socio-emotional and physical development.