What do children really need in their first six years?
In this episode of Expressions, Neha speaks to Helen Issar, Founder & Director of Papagoya Education, about screen-free parenting, healthy routines, tantrums, emotional regulation and the power of play.
Helen explains why children thrive on routine, why parents should rethink constantly saying “no”, and why a child’s obsession with trains, cars or dinosaurs could actually be a sign of deep curiosity and learning.
She also shares what children need to develop in an AI-driven world — resilience, curiosity, adaptability, communication and human connection.
Watch the full episode for practical insights on raising confident, curious and emotionally healthy children.
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