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The Montessori floor bed is exactly what it sounds like: a bed on the floor! The bed should be within the child's reach and at their level, whether it be a fancy bed or a mattress on the floor.

Are Montessori beds good for toddlers?

January 14th, 2022

The Montessori floor bed is exactly what it sounds like: a bed on the floor! The bed should be within the child’s reach and at their level, whether it be a fancy bed or a mattress on the floor. The unique feature of a Montessori bed is not the bed itself, but the concept surrounding it. You can empower your child with a floor bed by allowing them to make decisions on their own and trusting them to grow from their own experiences. Continue reading “Are Montessori beds good for toddlers?” »

Storybooks, fairytales, and games are great for encouraging reading and development in children. However, there are so many options that it is difficult to think of a way to leave them all accessible to the little ones and still in order. With that in mind, we've separated some ideas to organize the books in the little room.

By Carlos in Inspire Me,Parent Room

How do you organize a lot of children’s books?

January 11th, 2022

We all want our kids to love books. Reading to your kids at bedtime can be a wonderful bonding experience. It’s one of those activities that makes you pat yourself on the back and feel like you’ve finally nailed it as a parent. Imagine yourself as the best mother the world has ever known, patiently reading and encouraging cognitive development. Continue reading “How do you organize a lot of children’s books?” »

For children, learning to read is a moment that marks the beginning of new discoveries and possibilities. That is why it is fundamental that the school, together with the family, encourages the habit of reading in children from the early school years.

By Carlos in Inspire Me,Parent Room

Why are books important for a child’s development?

January 11th, 2022

Understanding the importance of books and reading in early childhood education is a necessary attitude not only for educators and educational institutions, but parents should also be aware of the benefits gained from the practice of reading. Continue reading “Why are books important for a child’s development?” »

And that's precisely why the Montessori bed needs the baby to be a little older. Until around 2 years old, they are very small and for this time, it is best to bet on a cot, because it is the furniture that offers greater security for them, keeping them in a "controlled environment". Just imagine a baby who is crawling, sleeping in a bed on the floor, without the limitation of the cradle's bars. It ends up making parents even more worried! In the cradle, safety is absolute!

By Carlos in Inspire Me,Parent Room

What age is appropriate for a Montessori bed?

January 10th, 2022

The Montessori bed is making success! Super cute, beautiful and that generates questions about what is the time to have one of these in your child’s room. The concept of this piece has to do with the Montessori method and has the proposal to offer freedom and autonomy for the little ones. The idea is that he can move with freedom, ease, and safety, within the room and go to other environments of the house. Continue reading “What age is appropriate for a Montessori bed?” »

The rest of children and babies is essential for their proper development, as well as to improve their performance at school. To achieve a proper rest, it is necessary not only to choose a good children's mattress, but also a children's pillow recommended for their age.

By Carlos in Inspire Me,Parent Room

How to choose a children’s cushion?

January 9th, 2022

The rest of children and babies is essential for their proper development, as well as to improve their performance at school. To achieve proper rest, it is necessary not only to choose a good children’s mattress but also a children’s pillow recommended for their age. This type of pillows for children and babies have specific properties to favour their rest night after night. That is why it is important to pay attention to several factors. Continue reading “How to choose a children’s cushion?” »

We hear so much about the Montessori method in children's rooms that it is difficult to know the right time to start or stop using it. Who has never asked himself "Montessori room, until what age should I use it with my child?

By Carlos in Inspire Me,Parent Room

What should a Montessori bedroom look like?

January 7th, 2022

We hear so much about the Montessori method in children’s rooms that it is difficult to know the right time to start or stop using it. Who has never asked himself “Montessori room, until what age should I use it with my child? Continue reading “What should a Montessori bedroom look like?” »

Although the idea of a bedroom inspired by the Montessori method is something quite simple, sometimes it is difficult to find inspiration and creativity. So, to make the task of designing and building such a room easier, there are a few basics.

By Carlos in Inspire Me,Parent Room

What is a Montessori toddler room?

January 6th, 2022

The Montessori method is a form of education developed in the 20th century by Dr. Maria Montessori, whose main objective is to give children exploratory freedom, making them able to interact with everything in their environment in a safe way, which ends up stimulating their growth, development, and independence. Continue reading “What is a Montessori toddler room?” »

With it, the child can be more autonomous when getting up, lying down, and moving around, counting on safety. The simple functionality of the concept favours the development of the child, especially because the Montessori bed is also accompanied by playful elements. The indicated is its use from two years. But, how to include the Montessori bed in the decoration of the room? Just keep reading that we will help!

By Carlos in Inspire Me,Parent Room

What is a Montessori bed?

January 4th, 2022

Have you ever heard of the Montessori bed? Well, it is actually more than a bed model: it is a concept, based on the method created by the educator Maria Montessori. The main objective is to encourage the autonomy of the little ones. Therefore, the Montessori bed is very close to the floor. Continue reading “What is a Montessori bed?” »

A well-planned children's room can provide essential stimuli for the development of children! Among the furniture of a Montessori baby room that exists, the beds occupy a position of great relevance.

By Carlos in Inspire Me,Parent Room

What are the benefits of a Montessori bed?

January 3rd, 2022

Recently, with the help of techniques such as the Montessori method, children’s rooms have evolved a lot. Today mums recognize that these rooms can be much more than just a space to store toys and clothes and accommodate the little ones at bedtime. Therefore, we developed this post presenting the benefits of Montessori beds. Continue reading “What are the benefits of a Montessori bed?” »

With so many fathers more interested in participating actively in their children's lives from the very first months, we decided to explain the benefits of this relationship not only for the children, but also for the man himself, the family and society.

By Carlos in Inspire Me,Parent Room

Why are father figures important to the development of a child?

January 1st, 2022

The social, cultural and family transformations that have been occurring in recent decades have had a great impact on the role of the father figure. The condition of “father” has evolved from the role of disciplinarian, who was little involved affectively in the upbringing of children, to a person who is equally responsible for all the stages of the child’s upbringing and development together with the mother. Continue reading “Why are father figures important to the development of a child?” »