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Why We Should Be Using Stainless Steel for Food Storage

Jul 29, '21

Stainless steel doesn’t absorb bacteria nor does it leach chemicals, so storing your food in a stainless steel container can give you peace of mind when it comes to your health.

Wobble Boards, why are they important

Jul 25, '21

It all comes back to the vestibular system. Never heard of it? The Vestibular System relates to the inner ear, and how the body analyses balance and movement. 

Ultimate open ended toy (Play dough)

Jul 6, '21

When looking for the ultimate open ended, versatile, timeless, sensory rich and engaging toys for every age look no further.  Check out the beautiful, natural play dough we offer at Growing Instincts.  

Screen Time in a Pandemic (Good or bad?)

Jun 11, '21

With the pandemic there were about 3 Billion people under lock down, with nearly 90 percent of students having to be off from school, according to UNICEF.  With remote learning as the only way for children to attend school, screens became the lifeline.  Screens helped connect teachers with their students, kids with their friends, families while having to isolate.  How could parents limit screen time in these unparalleled times?

Wet on Wet Watercolor Painting

May 17, '21

What is wet on wet painting? It is a very simplest way to introduce arts and painting to a young child.  Just lay wet watercolor paint on wet paper, let the colors flow and blend into each other in beautiful, unexpected ways. It is one of the most wonderful and...

Happy Spring, Friends!

Mar 29, '21

Have you visited Growing Instincts’s Easter Shop yet?BROWSE our magical collection of old favorites and brand new Waldorf toys, natural crafts, and playthings for spring and Easter. Yes, there is still time to order and receive gifts by Easter (April 5), but hurry because popular items are selling out fast! ORDER by 12 p.m. EDT...

Magic of Storytelling

Feb 5, '21

Storytelling also helps a child learn, it boosts their confidence.  It teaches them to imagine being in the character’s shoes offer a different perspective of life, teaches empathy.  It definitely expands a child’s vocabulary and vocal skills.

Wooden BLOCKS the “ultimate” toy

Feb 5, '21

Wooden toys are not only great for your child but also for the environment too.  They last generations (Less waste in the landfills), and are biodegradable as well. Not only are the wooden blocks or toys in general are great and long lasting, they are a great learning tools as well. 

Why Am I doing this?

Nov 13, '20

There are many companies that offer the toys with catch phrases, “natural”, “wooden”, “imaginative”, but are they good for a child’s soul?  As a mother, coming from India I didn’t know anything about Waldorf or wooden toys.  I led most of my life in the conventional society with everything around...