Newborn finger proportions may reflect early hormone exposure and could be linked to differences in early brain growth.

ODESSA, Texas — The miracle of life is a special day for mothers and babies alike. There’s no greater feeling than holding your newborn baby in your arms for the very first time. And even though they ...

Your 7-month-old baby is now in the second half of their first year - isn't time flying? Once your little one hits six months old, their development will ramp up a notch and you will start to notice ...

From crawling to having their first little walk, trying to talk and weaning, every one of your baby's milestones is a special moment. Your baby will be very busy in their first few years experiencing ...

Phthalates — the synthetic chemicals used in everyday products for food packaging, personal care, toys and more — have been linked to abnormal neurological development in infants. Now, scientists may ...

The neonatal period, which is defined as the first 28 days after birth, is known to be a crucial stage in the development of the human brain. During this stage, the brain is known to grow ...

Spontaneous, random baby movements aid the development of their sensorimotor system, according to new research led by the University of Tokyo. Detailed motion capture of newborns and infants was ...

Babies go through rapid development in their first year of life. The best baby toys can help them learn to roll, sit, walk, talk and even have a little fun, meaning these playthings contribute to baby ...

The Newborn Care Solutions Agency is responding to increasing parental concerns about infant sleep deprivation by emphasizing gentle, developmentally appropriate approaches to newborn rest that avoid ...