Child Development Classics

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 …

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

{As someone who has survived colic with a newborn, I know how challenging it can be. A few ideas from science and personal experience on how …

{I may have a Ph.D. in Human Development, but the best child development lessons I've learned in child development have been by being a …

We all know that young children love repetition. If you have been around a child under the age of 3 lately, you know this well. They repeat …

{Newborn baby reflexes are a fascinating aspect of early development. Let's explore the meaning behind some of these "hidden" behaviors that …

Okay, we all know that sleep training is one of the most often-debating topics among child development and parenting circles. Some parents …

Awhile back I wrote a post about the classic "mirror test" in psychological research. This test is meant to help researchers understand when …

{The debate over traditional versus electronic toys for kids has only increased in recent years as high-tech toys have taken over the …