When parents ask to be called by their first name

Children typically address their parents as "Mom" and "Dad," a practice that often begins with the simple sounds "ma" and "pa,"...

The most important "mobiles" for your baby are not what you think

The crib mobile: A simple tool for early brain development

When you think of a "mobile," your mind might jump to a smartphone,...

Why old-school parenting methods fall short

Parenting strategies are evolving as neuroscience provides a clearer understanding of how a child's brain develops.

Over the p...

How we learn to read: A look at Chinese as a second language

The journey to literacy is a fascinating one, and the way we learn to read can depend a lot on the language we're learning. When...

A parent's presence is key to a child's reading success

A recent study from Michigan State University suggests that when it comes to teaching preschoolers how to read, simple is better...

Most people still don't know that the first six years of life are decisive

Most people in Brazil don’t recognize the first six years of a child's life as the most critical period for development, accordi...