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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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
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.
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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
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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
What Baby Learns in Months 10, 11, & 12
Your child's first year may be winding down, but his brain is just beginning to gear up for new concepts: More refined attachments to people in ... 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
What's Your Baby's Personality Type?
Your baby’s personality is blooming during this first year of life. Take our just-for-fun quiz and get insight into your little one’s ... 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.
Your Baby's 11th Month
Looking for the quick scoop on Baby this month? Read on to learn more about all the fun stuff your 11-month-old has to look forward to. ... Read More
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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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