Baby Brain Development

Underneath the surface, a baby's brain is busy taking it all in—storing new skills (grasping, talking) and lasting memories (mommy's face, daddy's voice). Learn all about the fascinating development of your child brain.
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Baby Games: 8 Activities to Help Baby's Brain Development
Babies spend nearly half of their waking time doing things like kicking, bouncing, and waving their arms. And while it may appear all this ... Read More
Baby Language Development
It is amazing how quickly communication skills develop in babies. Learn how communication happens, how speaking and listening develops, ... Read More
Newborn Baby
Boost Baby’s Brain!
You've heard it before: babies' brains are like sponges during those first few years of life. But did you know that you can bolster Baby's brain ... Read More
Breastfeeding Boosts Academic Achievement, Especially for Boys
Yet another benefit of breastfeeding your baby—he may be smarter and do better in math, reading, and spelling.
Can Nursery Rhymes Make Baby Smarter?
Studies find that teaching your baby nursery rhymes like Humpty Dumpty can greatly increase her cognitive skills. Learn how early childhood ... Read More
Smiling Baby
Children and Time: What They—Usually—Know and When
From birth and beyond, here's a step-by-step look at what babies, toddlers, and older kids understand about time.
Enriching Your Baby's First Year: Development and Growth
During a baby's first year, he or she undergoes an astounding transformation from helpless newborn to active, curious toddler. Maximize ... Read More
How to Bond with Your Newborn
Use these specific ideas for encouraging newborn bonding, which will also boost your baby's brain power. Encourage her brain to grow during ... Read More
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Memory Boosters
A retentive memory is a multi-faceted asset your child will value for life. There are things parents can do for a child of any age--even one not ... Read More
Music to His Ears: Your Young Child and Sound
Scientists now understand that young children, even babies in the womb, respond positively to music. Learn how introducing music to your ... Read More
Q&A: What is the biggest problem that interferes with child development?
Raising a Reader
If you to expose your child to pleasant language experiences early in their life, they will grow up with a positive attitude toward stories and ... Read More
Read Your Children a Story—and Boost Their Brainpower
Reading aloud to infants and toddlers is beneficial in many ways, from hearing spoken language to feeling a heartbeat next to theirs. ... Read More
Reading with Young Children
A literacy expert provides answers to when and how to help your child open the alphabetic code of language, while building a close ... Read More
Take a Tour of Your Baby's Brain
Wondering exactly what developments are taking place in your little one's head? Take a guided tour of your baby's brain. ... Read More
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