{Think listening to Mozart will make your baby or toddler a genius? Think again. The true story behind "the Mozart Effect."} National …
Child Development Classics
Just for Fun: Hand-Clapping and Cognitive Development
Sometimes a research study comes along that just makes you wonder, "How did that researcher think to study that?" I recently came across a …
Child Psychology Classics: The Mirror Test
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 …
Moms’ Expectations About Infant Sleep: Is There a Connection to Actual Sleep Patterns?
A new study just released in the journal Child Development addresses an interesting issue--do moms' thoughts and expectations (i.e., …
TV Exposure and Children’s Language Development
A new study was just released yesterday in the Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine sheds more light on the …
6 Fascinating Newborn Reflexes that May Surprise You
{Newborn baby reflexes are a fascinating aspect of early development. Let's explore the meaning behind some of these "hidden" behaviors that …
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 …