EiSMART is an evidence based framework to give high risk babies the best start in life. We span all aspects of a child’s development: Sensory, Motor, Attention and Regulation, and Relationships. Professionals and parents work Together to support premature and sick infants from birth (Early Intervention).
We are here to help. You are the expert on your baby; let us work with you and provide the resources, tools and education that can help fulfil your baby’s potential.
Our developmental play leaflets suggest activities to support all aspects of a child’s development. You can get free access to these resources, plus webinars, posters and more.
We are committed to supporting your development. We are working to advance knowledge, skills and practice in early intervention.
Published February 6, 2024
Following the huge success of our study days in 2023 we are delighted to offer a range of study day options for 2024. If you can’t see what you are looking for please get in touch as we can also offer bespoke training for your team.
Click on the download button for our programme of study days. We currently have three courses running, Foundation Level training and Implementation Training for Neonatal Units and Implementation in the community. The programme includes details of how you can book your place through EventBrite.
Watch this space to see details of a new course planned for May 2024 specifically for neonatologists and paediatricians working in neurodevelopmental follow up clinics who want to learn early intervention skills and strategies to pass on to parents in their clinics.
EiSMART is a framework for improving developmental outcomes for high risk infants. It is an approach founded in research, which combines multiple disciplines, to address every aspect of development in premature and sick babies. EiSMART is a uniquely collaborative approach, where professionals and parents work Together to provide early and more effective interventions for infants and young children with developmental challenges. Click on the balls to learn more.
To feel joy in touch and successfully interpret the world around them.
To be supported by a close-knit team of parents and professionals, working to see them fulfil their potential.
To be embraced with confidence and skill by their families.
To move and explore in a secure space; to lay the building blocks for cognitive development.
To learn how to sleep deeply, grow strong, play and feel connected.
using EiSMART resources.
Have been introduced to the EiSMART network
Have been introduced to the EiSMART network
“In the beginning of my NICU journey I cried every day. There is no other outlet for the hurt, the sadness, the fear – especially the fear – of giving birth so early. In NICU, everything about those first weeks is different to how it should be. You emerge from that darkness into an intense, overwhelming, medical world where you feel utterly helpless to do the most natural thing: care for your baby. Stumbling upon EiSMART was like finding fresh air, after a long, dark time under water. It helped me recover purpose; recover focus; recover the ability to care for my baby.”
– Parent of baby born at 24 weeks’ gestation
