Social & Emotional Development

Separation anxiety? Jealousy? Trouble sharing? Building good social skills now can help your child navigate the world with confidence. Learn what you can do to help foster your baby's emotional development.
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Toddler Covers Eyes
10 Simple Solutions for Separation Anxiety
Almost every parent has dealt with some level of separation anxiety—including Elizabeth Pantley, parenting expert and author of the ... Read More
Baby Pacifier
Are Binkies Bad for Boys?
A new study links pacifier use to stunted emotional development—but only for boys.
Toddler Biting Hands
How to Handle... a Biter
Is your child a biter? We asked a childhood education specialist, a pediatric dentist, and a home day care provider what biting means, and what ... Read More
Toddler Hugging Mom
How to Handle… A Child Who Prefers One Parent
We asked a pediatrician, a child psychologist, and an Attachment Parenting expert for the secret to managing a toddler's preferred-parent ... Read More
Mean Baby Girl
Is Your Baby a Mean Girl in the Making?
A Canadian study shows a less cute-and-cuddly side of babies.
Mom and Baby at Yoga Class
Social and Emotional Development Milestones
Your baby takes her cues from you as to how to act and feel. Want to learn more? Check out these social and emotional development and baby ... Read More
Baby Twins Playing
Understanding Parallel Play
Parents might think that parallel play—when kids play next to, but not with, each other—is just a curious phase in child development. But ... Read More
Mom Cradling Baby's Head
What Baby Learns in Months 1, 2, & 3
It's getting-to-know-you time! During these first three months with Baby, you'll learn all about meeting her needs, understanding her ... Read More
Mom and Baby on Lawn
What Baby Learns in Months 4, 5, & 6
Besides the major physical milestones that take place in these months—from rolling over to teething to attempting to crawl—there are lots of ... Read More
Baby Lying on Table
What Baby Learns in Months 7, 8, & 9
Baby's becoming wigglier—with cuter babbles to match! In these months, she's also learning lots about object permanence and emotions ... Read More
Baby Covering Eyes
Why Do Babies Blush?
Thank goodness babies don't feel embarrassment at birth! Find out when—and how—toddlers begin to get embarrased.
Baby Crying with Family
Why Do Newborns Cry Without Tears?
Learn why the term "cry baby" is a bit of a misnomer—at least for the first weeks of life.
Baby playing with mobile
Your Brilliant Baby in Week 14: Understanding Cause and Effect
By Baby's fourteenth week, she is beginning to understand cause and effect—that is, that kicking her mobile or yelping for Mommy makes things ... Read More
Baby in Car Seat
Your Brilliant Baby in Week 27: Reading Emotions
Your emotions are no secret to Baby these days: His ability to read how you're feeling is a finely tuned skill in week 27. Read on! ... Read More
Baby on Lawn Blanket
Your Brilliant Baby in Week 31: Sensing Conflict
Your child is especially sensitive to conflict right now: She can sense your frustrations, even when they're not directed at her. Here's what ... Read More
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