Parenting Wisdom & Resources

What exactly is Tickle Right? It's a holistic brain development program for kids from 6 months to 7 years. We focus on building lifelong skills and, most importantly, encouraging a deep love for learning.

Why don't we offer a trial class? Our program focuses on building lifelong skills that can't be seen in just one session. It takes time for little ones to settle in and for you to see the real joy and potential of the program.

Our methodology is 100% rooted in empathy. We believe learning only happens when babies are happy and secure, so we give them the autonomy to choose. If they don't want to do an activity, we don't push them.

I always encourage parents to connect emotionally with their child. Children who grow up in attached, secure environments learn that life is about connections, not survival. Your love sets them up for lifelong success.

When your child has a tantrum, try the ACT technique: Accept their emotions, Connect with them to calm their nervous system, and then Teach them better ways to respond. It's a powerful tool for gentle parenting.

As parents, we sometimes lose our calm. When that happens, it's important to repair the connection. Acknowledge their feelings, apologize, and reassure them that even when you're angry, you never stop loving them.

What do you do when your child wants to quit an activity? My advice is: don't quit on a bad day. Acknowledge their feelings but encourage them to decide after they've had a fun day. This builds resilience.

What is the most important skill for long-term success? It's not IQ or good looks. According to psychologist Angela Duckworth, it's grit. Grit is passion and perseverance for long-term goals.

How can you raise a creative baby? Encourage exploration, try different experiences like museum visits, ask "what if" questions, and most importantly, be a creative role model yourself. Monkey see, monkey do!