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Respecting babies means we treat them with as much thoughtfulness as we would our grandmother, while lovingly taking into account their uniquely vulnerable stage of development. I’m so happy you have stopped by to see how I can support you. My work is about sensitively inspiring others to relax, enjoy the time they spend with infants and young children, and trust themselves. I want to accompany you on your journey to develop your relationships with the young children in your life.
Books & Publications
Respecting Babies: A Guide to Educaring for Parents and Professionals
Respecting Babies: A Guide to Educaring for Parents and Professionals (2019) is a unique guidebook, designed to provide theoretical and practical perspective for those who care for infants and toddlers, whether parent, medical professional, educator, or early interventionist. Easy-to-read and engaging, this summary of the Educaring® Approach introduced by Magda Gerber, founder of Resources for Infant Educarers (RIE), highlights the evolution and key elements of this integrated, multilayered approach and describes how to support babies and toddlers in becoming confident, joyful explorers and caring, connected people. The second edition is updated to reflect the latest science and impacts of the digital age and is richly illustrated with stories and examples from the author’s vast experience.
My Mission
My goal is to inspire others caring for babies and young children to see them with eyes of wonder. I offer a comprehensive perspective, drawing upon everything I have learned from my studies of Human Development, RIE®, affective neuroscience and the Anti-Bias Curriculum, plus my years of experience as an educator and parent. Whether you are a parent or professional, I am ready to connect with you to make your life with children more peaceful and enjoyable.
More From Ruth Anne
Books & Publications
Professional Development
- For Parents
- For Professionals
Classes & Consultations
RIE® Parent-Infant/ Toddler Guidance™ Classes in Pasadena, CA
Wouldn’t you love a beautiful, safe space to bring all of your questions, hopes and dreams about raising your baby or toddler? Certified RIE® Parent-Infant Guidance™ classes encourage babies to be attentive, active, exploring and aware of self and others, to be authentic and responsible from an early age, while parents become more confident in their ability to support their children’s development. Small groups of parents with babies of similar age/stage come together weekly in a rich but relaxing environment to enjoy the infants’ unfolding development and play, forming communities that are meant to remain together at least until the youngest turns two. To learn more, click here.
Private Consultations
When you trust your own deep wisdom, you intuitively tune in to what your child needs, and care accordingly. Through the coaching dialogue, Ruth Anne helps parents build confidence in their own capability to read their children’s cues and meet their needs. And when you are clear about your own needs and goals, you will feel confident to create family balance, loving your child as you love yourself.
Whether your issue is setting up the nursery, managing relatives with different parenting styles, choosing childcare, sleep disruptions, setting limits, sibling relationships, or developmental questions, often just a new perspective, which Ruth Anne can help you find, will make your load lighter and your heart more patient.
If you have questions about your child’s development or behavior, and would like professional, confidential guidance, in-person, phone or Skype sessions can be arranged. Fee for the first one-hour session is $150 And $75 for each half-hour thereafter, to be paid in advance via PayPal.
RIE® FOUNDATIONS: THEORY AND OBSERVATION™
The RIE® Foundations: Theory and Observation™ course is offered to all adults without prerequisites and each student is mentored according to his or her goals and background. Designed for parents and professionals who want to develop and deepen their understanding of RIE’s Educaring® Approach to infant development and care and enhance their capability as well as their joy and wonder in raising their children. To learn more click here.
Professional Development and Program Support
By providing your staff with personalized professional development, you convey your intention to help each member of your team meet their potential as they grow in confidence, patience and compassion. Ruth Anne will be happy to tailor a training specific to your goals, whether with a half, full or multiple day workshop, or a full RIE® Foundations course (see below). She has worked with many programs to bring the Educaring® Approach into the lives of children both in the US and abroad on a range of topics such as Building Attachment, Self-Regulation, Compassionate Discipline, Setting the Stage for Play & Learning, Foundations of Educaring® and more.
Speaking
Ruth Anne has spoken at almost 50 conferences, keynoting a number of them in the US and abroad. She is a leading expert in the field of infant and toddler care and education, and interpreting the neuroscience of Attachment for parents and early care professionals. Favorite topics include movement development, self-regulation, building connections, and all aspects of the Educaring® Approach. She will be happy to create a dynamic, interactive and inspiring presentation for your special event.
UPCOMING RIE® FOUNDATIONS: THEORY AND OBSERVATION COURSES
The RIE® Foundations: Theory and Observation™ course is offered to all adults without prerequisites and each student is mentored according to his or her goals and background. It can be brought to your city; Ruth Anne has conducted courses in New York, Los Angeles, Washington, DC, Beijing, Shanghai and Tel Aviv. It is designed for parents and professionals who want to develop and deepen their understanding of RIE’s Educaring® Approach to infant development and care. Parents, childcare practitioners and administrators, therapists, and educators in multiple fields have all found that Educaring® enhances their capability as well as their joy and wonder in being with young children.
This small group (12-14) intensive training includes a minimum of 36 hours of class time plus observations and homework totaling 60 hours, not including reading. The format incorporates lectures, activities, discussions, videos, visits to infant care centers, and (in several cities) a unique opportunity to observe RIE® Parent-Infant Guidance™ classes. With topics that include caregiving interactions, respectful communication, psycho-motor and social-emotional development, play and curriculum, we think you will find this course enlightening, inspiring and practical. For more information or to register, click here.