The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step, but for developing neurons, this first step relies on collaboration from multiple signaling pathways.

The AAP published updated recommendations for screening newborns for critical congenital heart disease with a new algorithm it said could catch more infants than the previous one. Screening for ...

Researchers conducted a study using data from the National Survey of Children’s Health (NSCH) to evaluate infant sleeping position trends in the US from 2016 to 2022.

Based on extensive (personal) research, here are a few of these important stages child development experts may have missed.

Human attachment, rooted in evolutionary survival, comprises physical and emotional closeness, seeking proximity to ...

There is ample evidence that family-centered developmental care in the NICU results in improved neonatal and neurodevelopmental outcomes, increased family satisfaction and even enhanced employee ...

Aquaphor Baby Healing Ointment is another great choice. It’s almost as water-resistant as Triple Paste ointment and Boudreaux’s Butt Paste, but it’s easier to spread because it’s made with ...

Los Angeles County supervisors called Tuesday for an investigation into the death of Thyri Wood, a 1-year-old who died in July after the county’s child welfare agency left her in the care of her ...

But the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DoDD) passed a rule in January that forces these parents to attempt to hire outside care workers for their children. That rule affects Maeve ...

Usually, your midwife won’t bother to check your baby’s position until 30 weeks as there is plenty of time for this to happen. Your care provider will be able ... Because of her brain development, ...

Full term means your baby’s development ... to see your care provider right away. It’s also important to monitor your baby’s movements at this time as well. If your baby is ready to go at 39 weeks, ...