Hello! My name is Alina Khoma, and I am the author of this blog about raising children using the Montessori method at home.

 

When we look for answers regarding raising and developing our children, it is vital to know who stands behind the advice. Why is it so important for me to openly share my story with you?

 

First and foremost, I am a mother. And as a mother, I navigate the same endless ocean of online parenting tips every day, knowing firsthand how challenging it is to find truly reliable, safe, and scientifically sound information. For our children, we always seek the absolute best, choosing to rely on proven facts rather than myths or subjective opinions.

 

This is exactly why I chose the path of continuous learning. It is my core principle that every word, recommendation, and article on this blog must be verified and expert. I constantly study primary sources, earn certificates from leading global institutions, and upgrade my knowledge. I only write about what I know inside out—things I have deeply explored through both my practice as an educator and my journey as a mother. My goal is for you to feel calm and confident while reading this blog, knowing that only reliable and practical insights are published here.

 

My Professional Path & Expertise

 

I have been working in early childhood education since 2014. My experience includes serving as an educator in preschools in Uzhhorod, practicing in inclusive groups, and running a bilingual mini-kindergarten at a private child development center. To ensure the highest quality of content, I regularly invest in my education and share my experience with colleagues:

  • AMI Montessori 3–6 Orientation (2026): An international certificate course by the Montessori Institute Prague (69 hours) focusing on the development and psychology of children aged 3 to 6.

  • The Best for the Youngest (2026): Participation in the international online conference "A Call for Quality from Birth to Three" by the Montessori Institute Prague, focusing on quality standards in early childhood education.

  • Lecturing & Mentorship (2026): Conducting original lectures for preschool educators and speaking as a guest expert and speaker at the specialized training course for professional nannies at Smart Nanny Service.

  • AMI & Montessori.UA (2022): Certificate course "Philosophy of the Montessori Method" led by international trainer Maria Roth (96 hours).

  • Ukrainian Montessori Center (2022): "Montessori Education from Birth to 6 Years: Philosophical Foundations and Basic Principles" course (75 hours).

 

Why the bavka Brand Was Born

 

The bavka brand was born at the intersection of my professional experience and my own journey as a mother. I felt the pain of hundreds of parents searching for high-quality, aesthetic, and scientifically grounded materials for their children's development.

 

Today, bavka is a Ukrainian manufacturer of Montessori materials, children's furniture, and educational eco-products made from natural materials. Our philosophy is simple: "Not about toys — about childhood." We help set up prepared home environments that stimulate children's independence, confidence, and natural interest in exploring the world without pressure or fear.

 

 

Professional Communities, Recognition & Social Impact

 

The projects we create carry a deep social context. To exchange experience and advance global educational standards in Ukraine, I actively integrate into leading Ukrainian and international communities:

  • Association Montessori Internationale (AMI): An active official member of the world's leading Montessori organization, which preserves the authenticity of the method and protects children's rights to quality education worldwide.

  • Winner of the "Vidvazhna" (Brave) business accelerator by Visa and Diia.Business (the grant received allowed for production scaling using CNC technologies).

  • Finalist in the "Svitanok" program by Diia.Business and the "UA Global: Etsy Start" project by USAID.

  • Active member of the international business community "Board."

 

Today, our brand's products are used by families and child centers in over 30 countries worldwide (from the USA and the EU to New Zealand). However, my primary mission remains focused on rewriting the culture of childhood here in Ukraine—supporting parents on their path toward calm, conscious, and happy upbringing.

 

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