How a child’s brain develops through early experiences
This video explains how experiences in the first years of our lives affect how our brains form. Science tells us that the stress of abuse or neglect can damage ...
A New Study Proves That Baby’s Brains Are Miraculously Weird
Every new parent obsesses over baby development and milestones. When do babies find their feet? When do babies turn over? When do babies smile? Does a baby even...
Language shapes baby brains already in the womb
Language acquisition begins early, a new study shows. According to the study, newborn children are surprisingly familiar with the language they hear from their ...
Paternity leave is a free brain-training programme for dads
The benefits of paternity leave are many. Research has shown that taking time off work to care for a newborn child is good for father-baby bonding, the baby’s d...
The importance of slowing down when little children discover the world
There is a vast world waiting to be discovered, and young children are eager to soak up knowledge. Maria Montessori described an innate drive that every child p...