Sneak peek: We all go into parenting with expectations about our children's behavior. How might these expectations actually influence our …
Child Development Classics
The Fascinating Reason Why You Should Care About Your Baby’s Babbling
Sneak peek: Is baby babbling just useless gibberish or does it aid in development? Research points to the role of parents in how infants …
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 …
What Every Parent Needs to Know about Attachment Parenting
Sneak peek: A simple introduction to attachment parenting and how it differs from attachment theory. The first time I was introduced to the …
What Being a Stay-at-Home Mom Taught Me About Child Development (that a Ph.D. didn’t!)
{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 …
Understanding Your Child’s Temperament is the Key to a Better Relationship
Sneak peak: Understanding the role of temperament children's development and parenting in can open up a world of insight into their …
More Evidence that “Difficult” Babies are Most Influenced by Parents
Research is helping us see the temperamentally difficult baby in a more positive light. With this research in mind, parents can be …
Electronic versus Traditional Toys: What They Mean for Infant Development
Sneak peek: The debate over electronic versus traditional toys for kids has only increased in recent years as high-tech toys have taken over …
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 …