Today’s parents have many tools at their disposal for optimal brain development - special music, videos, even in utero. It might surprise us to find out that parents are more important than all of it. In fact, there is no special “brain development window,” so don’t assume that your child needs you less after he/she reaches a magic age.
Latest Additions
All It Takes Is A Parent Fri Apr 13, 2007 11:20 pm
Food Safety During Easter Wed Apr 4, 2007 10:48 pm
As you prepare for Easter Egg Hunts and other celebrations this weekend, keep in mind some simple guidelines to make sure your children’s treasures do not harbor bacteria.
Better Schools? Look Across the Pond Sat Mar 31, 2007 11:50 pm
The United States should take some lessons in school structure from Finland.
Tooth Inflation? Tue Mar 27, 2007 10:58 pm
How much do you think those loose teeth will be worth when they finally fall out? Make sure your assessment includes dollar inflation and a generally inflated set of expectations among kids.
Is Parenthood Depressing? Fri Mar 23, 2007 11:35 pm
A study suggests that the stressors of being a parent continue to escalate, and that women are most vulnerable due to gender. Dads too, experience stress, and the kids are affected when either parent is having a problem.
Thinking Of A Vacation? Tue Mar 20, 2007 11:27 pm
If you live in one California school district, don’t pull your kids out of school to escape the crowds or you may be facing a fine.
Child Care Standards Sat Mar 17, 2007 11:17 pm
How does your state rank for child care standards? The National Association for Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies (NACCRRA) wants you to know.
Watch Out For Baby Bottles Fri Mar 9, 2007 11:46 pm
The bottles your baby drinks from could be toxic. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is reviewing data this week.
Personality Can Affect Health Tue Mar 6, 2007 11:37 pm
An over 40 year old study suggests that a child’s personality can affect his or her health later in life.
Is Your Child Entering Pre-K or Kindergarten? Sun Feb 25, 2007 11:59 pm
Districts are increasingly expecting children to read proficiently or have the building blocks for success in place before they enter school.
