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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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
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
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
The Brazelton Scale: Gain a Better Understanding of Baby
Learn how the Brazelton Scale can help you better understand your newborn's abilities, likes, and dislikes.
The Late Talker
Worried about late talking? Know when it's a matter of temperament and not a symptom of a neurological or learning problem. ... Read More
Why Breastfeeding May Be Best for Future Success
Want Junior to go to Harvard? Be sure to breastfeed. A fascinating new study links breastfeeding to upward mobility later in life, regardless ... Read More
Your Baby's 1st Month
Looking for the quick scoop on Baby this month? Read on to learn more about all the fun stuff your 1-month-old has to look forward to. ... Read More
Your Baby's 2nd Month
Looking for the quick scoop on Baby this month? Read on to learn more about all the fun stuff your 2-month-old has to look forward to. ... Read More
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