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 …
Child Development Classics
The Key to Making Sense of Your Child’s Crankiness: Understanding Toddler Growth Spurts
{How understanding toddler growth spurts might just give some meaning to your child's crankiness. P.S. it's helpful for older kids …
The Thoughtful Parent’s Guide to Attachment Theory
Sneak peek: The concept of attachment in child development is mentioned a lot in the parenting world, but there are many misconceptions …
How Breaking the Attachment Parenting “Rules” Taught Me One of the Best Lessons
Sneak peek: What is attachment parenting and how does it differ from attachment theory? A new outlook on parenting emerged as I learned the …
Classic Baby Books that Boost Brain Development
Sneak peek: What are the best baby books for optimal brain development? New research helps us sort through classic baby books and points to …
The Fascinating Reason Why You Should Care About Your Baby’s Babbling
{Is baby babbling just useless gibberish or does it aid in development? Research points to the role of parents in how infants develop …
The Scientific Reason Babies Love Repetition {and how it aids language development}
Baby language development is fascinating, isn't it? Our little nonverbal infants go from cooing to babbling and talking in full sentences in …
Understanding Your Child’s Temperament is the Key to a Better Relationship
{Understanding a child's temperament can open up a world of insight into their behavior} I picked my 9-year-old up from baseball camp the …
A Real Light Bulb Moment: How Lighting Affects Children’s Sleep Habits
I was so sleep deprived that I could hardly lift my head off the pillow in the morning. My hands shook at times and to say I was "edgy" was …