Child Development Classics

Why NOT Playing It Safe All the Time is Good For Kids’ Development

{Sneak peek: Kids need a bit of "risky play" to learn about themselves and their limits. How we can learn to let kids find their limits.} If …

At some point or another many parents have placed their infant in front of a mirror and wondered if their child could understand that it was …

{The 4 parenting attachment styles are helpful in understanding the dynamics of bonding} Thanks to my last post, we now understand the …

Sneak peek: Newborn reflexes are a fascinating aspect of early development. Let's explore the meaning behind some of these "hidden" …

{Sneak peek: What are the best baby books? As new parents, we often wonder which books to read to our babies. Luckily, research can guide us …

Sneak peek: What baby books are best for optimal brain development? New research helps us sort through classic baby books and points to a …

{How understanding toddler growth spurts might just give some meaning to your child's crankiness. P.S. it's helpful for older kids …

Sneak peek: We all go into parenting with expectations about our children's behavior. How might these expectations actually influence our …

Sneak peek: Is baby babbling just useless gibberish or does it aid in development? Research points to the role of parents in how infants …