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  • Easy chirashizushi made together by parents and children on Children's Day, a family celebrating while having fun.
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    Children's Day Foods: Hints for Enjoying Your Table in Your Own Way by Knowing Their Meanings

    The traditional Children's Day dishes all have deep meanings. But you don't have to make them all. Minori Sugiyama, a registered dietitian, will explain the origins of Kashiwa mochi, chimaki, and chirashizushi, and offer tips for enjoying them without stress.
    May 8, 2026
    Mame.C
  • May dolls surrounded by grandparents and grandchildren, traditional Children's Day events celebrated by three generations.
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    What do you do on Children's Day? How we spend it and the origins we want to tell our children.

    Explains how to enjoy Children's Day on May 5th with your children. We carefully introduce the origins of the Tango no Sekku festival, decorations such as koinobori (carp streamers) and helmets, iris baths, and the meaning of kashiwa mochi (oak-leaf rice cakes). Ideas for spending the day that babies can enjoy, and the charm of traditional events celebrated with grandparents. You'll find ways to spend a special family day.
    May 8, 2026
    Mame.C
  • A lithograph-style illustration of a girl reading a chocolate book and cocoa and chocolate motifs dancing
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    Chocolate picture book recommendations to enjoy with stories|How to choose a book that will make children fascinated by reading to them

    The 21 chocolate story picture books are classified into three types: "Fun and funny picture books", "Fantasy and adventure picture books", and "heartwarming picture books". Introducing all the recommended works that children will be absorbed in by reading aloud, along with how to choose them according to their age and purpose.
    April 27, 2026
    Anne.Makino
  • Movie "Blue: My Husband" image illustration — Meeting an imaginary friend
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    "Blue: My Husband" is something we are passing on to the children — we thought about it after watching the movie "Blue: My Husband".

    Through the movie "Blue: My Husband", we examine the role of "imaginary friends" from an educational perspective. How should adults protect the rich inner world that children create to support themselves? This is a message for everyone who strives for child-rearing, offering self-affirmation and trust.
    April 27, 2026
    egg.mam.2022
  • Family illustration celebrating a 1st birthday gift from grandparents (cake, pound cake, commemorative photo)
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    1st birthday and celebration gift from grandparents to grandchildren! Photo studio, market price, recommended gift

    A 1st birthday present from grandparents to grandchildren! What is the market price? Introducing recommended items. Let's leave a souvenir with a photo shoot! With the congratulations of grandpa and grandma.
    April 29, 2026
    Mame.C
  • Illustration of grandparents and grandchildren playing with a ball. Family drawings with a simple and gentle touch.
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    Do grandparents ruin their grandchildren? How to convey love that is more important than pampering

    "The truth hidden in the proverb 'grandchildren don't hurt even if they put it in their eyes'. The pampering of grandparents is one of the expressions of affection. However, it is important to have a sense of distance and division of roles considering the growth of your grandchildren. Here are some tips for raising grandchildren with experiences and proverbs.
    October 7, 2025
    egg.mam.2022
  • Parents and children talking with smiles (moments that foster self-affirmation)
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    10 magic words to increase children's self-esteem|Parent and child time develops "confidence"

    "You can do it" That one word will change the future of the child. Introducing 10 words to develop self-esteem and calls to avoid in an easy-to-understand manner.
    April 27, 2026
    egg.mam.2022
  • Central baby girl in pink dress at a birthday scene with cake, family cards, and cheering relatives in soft pastel colors, celebrating 1st birthday.
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    1st Birthday Original Messages|Heartwarming Example Sentences for Parents, Grandparents, and Childcare Workers

    Here are some example heartfelt messages to give on your first birthday by position. You will surely find warm words that convey the feelings of parents, grandparents, and childcare workers.
    April 28, 2026
    Jun Iizuka
  • Mother reading picture books to her baby
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    At what age should I start reading picture books to my baby? Effective methods are also introduced

    Thorough explanation of effective reading methods from the age of 0 and recommended picture books by age. Introducing how to choose picture books and practical techniques to deepen the bond between parents and children and promote language development.
    December 24, 2025
    egg.mam.2022
  • A little baby sleeping with a stuffed animal. It expresses the bond of the heart that fosters a sense of security and attachment.
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    The Big World in Small Hands: A Child's Heart Nurtured by Stuffed Toys

    For children, plush toys are not just toys but special beings that provide a sense of security, fostering imagination and compassion. We will deliver the bond between parents and children, the psychological role of stuffed animals, and the mysterious relationship that continues even into adulthood from a mother's perspective.
    May 8, 2025
    egg.mam.2022
  • A warm moment when the smiles of parents and children are spun. A child's self-esteem is nurtured in the small daily interactions.
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    What a small smile teaches us ~Self-affirmation nurtured with children~

    A child's smile has a mysterious power. My frustrated heart melts and I feel kind. Here are some ways to develop self-esteem that you have learned from your days with such children. Please join us on the journey of parenting as parents and children grow together.
    March 9, 2025
    Bisc.Y
  • "Wake up!" There is a solution to this problem every morning.
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    Solve the problem of children not waking up in the morning! Tips for the habit of "going to bed early and waking up early" practiced by an 11-year-old mom

    Are you frustrated with your children who don't wake up every morning? The habit of "going to bed early and waking up early for breakfast" practiced by a mom of 11 and 6-year-old children has surprisingly changed the slapstick in the morning. Here are some tips for creating a rhythm of life, including Saturdays and Sundays, and how it worked at home. If you get through the first week, your child's morning awakening will change and your day will change.
    March 15, 2025
    Bisc.Y
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  • Central baby girl in pink dress at a birthday scene with cake, family cards, and cheering relatives in soft pastel colors, celebrating 1st birthday.
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    1st Birthday Original Messages|Heartwarming Example Sentences for Parents, Grandparents, and Childcare Workers

    Here are some example heartfelt messages to give on your first birthday by position. You will surely find warm words that convey the feelings of parents, grandparents, and childcare workers.
    April 28, 2026
    Jun Iizuka
  • A child sleeping with his favorite stuffed animal in his arms
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    What is an Imaginary Friend? "Imaginary friends" are important for children's mental growth

    Children talking about "invisible friends" are naturally developing, which psychology calls imaginary friends. Why do they appear, and what are their effects? We will explain in an easy-to-understand way the concrete methods for fostering children's self-esteem and imagination, by exchanging the latest research and childcare center episodes.
    April 21, 2026
    egg.mam.2022
  • Pine cones and acorns rolling on the forest ground. A natural landscape surrounded by fallen leaves and moss.
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    Solve the problem of pine cones and acorn insects! How to take home safe natural materials and how to handle and store them

    The horror experience of insects appearing from pine cones and acorns, never again! A thorough explanation of the correct storage method so that you can safely play with your child. 100% repels insects with two treatment methods, freezing and boiling. We will also introduce a magic method to revive pine cones even if they close!
    February 12, 2026
    Jun Iizuka
  • Illustration of grandparents and grandchildren playing with a ball. Family drawings with a simple and gentle touch.
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    Do grandparents ruin their grandchildren? How to convey love that is more important than pampering

    "The truth hidden in the proverb 'grandchildren don't hurt even if they put it in their eyes'. The pampering of grandparents is one of the expressions of affection. However, it is important to have a sense of distance and division of roles considering the growth of your grandchildren. Here are some tips for raising grandchildren with experiences and proverbs.
    October 7, 2025
    egg.mam.2022
  • Parents and children talking with smiles (moments that foster self-affirmation)
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    10 magic words to increase children's self-esteem|Parent and child time develops "confidence"

    "You can do it" That one word will change the future of the child. Introducing 10 words to develop self-esteem and calls to avoid in an easy-to-understand manner.
    April 27, 2026
    egg.mam.2022
  • Family illustration celebrating a 1st birthday gift from grandparents (cake, pound cake, commemorative photo)
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    1st birthday and celebration gift from grandparents to grandchildren! Photo studio, market price, recommended gift

    A 1st birthday present from grandparents to grandchildren! What is the market price? Introducing recommended items. Let's leave a souvenir with a photo shoot! With the congratulations of grandpa and grandma.
    April 29, 2026
    Mame.C
  • A boy ninja living in a ninja village and his master. Listening to the master's story, the boy's serious gaze
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    [The World of Ninjas] Part 1: Why Do Children Be Obsessed With Ninjas? Its Psychology and Impact on Growth

    Why are children attracted to ninjas? We will explore the deep reasons for his love for ninjas, such as his desire to transform, his secret world, and his growing problem-solving skills.
    May 30, 2025
    Jun Iizuka
  • Mother reading picture books to her baby
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    At what age should I start reading picture books to my baby? Effective methods are also introduced

    Thorough explanation of effective reading methods from the age of 0 and recommended picture books by age. Introducing how to choose picture books and practical techniques to deepen the bond between parents and children and promote language development.
    December 24, 2025
    egg.mam.2022
  • A lithograph-style illustration of a girl reading a chocolate book and cocoa and chocolate motifs dancing
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    Chocolate picture book recommendations to enjoy with stories|How to choose a book that will make children fascinated by reading to them

    The 21 chocolate story picture books are classified into three types: "Fun and funny picture books", "Fantasy and adventure picture books", and "heartwarming picture books". Introducing all the recommended works that children will be absorbed in by reading aloud, along with how to choose them according to their age and purpose.
    April 27, 2026
    Anne.Makino
  • The baby shows interest in picture books
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    [For 1 and 2 year olds] Thorough explanation of points when giving a picture book as a gift! From how to choose to be happy with recommended works

    If you are giving a picture book as a gift to a 1-year-old or 2-year-old, it is important to choose a picture book that suits their development. Here are some tips on how to give picture books that will please you by age.
    December 24, 2025
    egg.mam.2022
  • In a park or garden at dusk, a father and child play catch. The soft sunset light shines in, and the expressions of both of them are gently illuminated. The father is business casual (with the sleeves of the Y-shirt rolled up and the tie loosened) reminiscent of returning from work. The moment when the child is trying to catch the ball with a serious expression.
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    【Scientific Research】Does Father's Participation in Childcare Improve Children's Intelligence Quotient? Parenting revolution

    "On weekdays, my hands are full of work. I feel like I'm not facing childcare properly, and sometimes I feel self-loathing...
    May 27, 2025
    Bisc.Y
  • May dolls surrounded by grandparents and grandchildren, traditional Children's Day events celebrated by three generations.
    Tips for nurturing the mind

    What do you do on Children's Day? How we spend it and the origins we want to tell our children.

    Explains how to enjoy Children's Day on May 5th with your children. We carefully introduce the origins of the Tango no Sekku festival, decorations such as koinobori (carp streamers) and helmets, iris baths, and the meaning of kashiwa mochi (oak-leaf rice cakes). Ideas for spending the day that babies can enjoy, and the charm of traditional events celebrated with grandparents. You'll find ways to spend a special family day.
    May 8, 2026
    Mame.C
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