Deborah Carlisle Solomon on Babies and Resources for Infant Educarers (RIE ®)

Deborah Carlisle Solomon is an expert in the development and care of infants and toddlers and the author of “Baby Knows Best: Raising a Confident and Resourceful Child, the RIE® Way.” She was Executive Director of Resources for Infant Educarers® (RIE®) from 2006-2014, during which time she expanded RIE®’s reach, created new curriculum and products, and trained students from varied backgrounds and cultures.

Deborah now has a private teaching, speaking and consulting practice where she works with parents, childcare providers, therapists and other Early Years professionals around the world; training individuals and providing consulting services to nurseries and schools.

In this enlightening interview, Deborah shares the RIE® approach to infant care, emphasising the importance of slowing down, observing babies, and creating nurturing relationships. She offers practical advice for practitioners and parents on how to implement these ideas, fostering confident and resourceful children from infancy.

In this episode you’ll:

• Discover the three simple steps to create a calm, peaceful environment for babies
• Learn why a 100% safe play space is crucial for infant development
• Understand how to support problem-solving skills in babies as young as five months old
• Explore the benefits of primary caregiving in nursery settings
• Gain insights into managing your own discomfort when babies face challenges

Watch this episode to unlock the secrets of the RIE® approach and enhance your interactions with infants in your care.

This episode was originally broadcast on the 2nd of August 2019

Episode Links:

Her website is here: https://deborahcarlislesolomon.com

You can find her book here: https://deborahcarlislesolomon.com/baby-knows-best/

Make friends on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/Deborah-Carlisle-Solomon-380930995369576/

And link up with Deborah here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-carlisle-solomon-b4652010