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          Articles tagged with brain

          Toughing Out Tummy Time? Try These Solutions!

          April 30, 2026

          A baby in a white outfit with pink polka dots smiles while looking at their reflection in a toy mirror decorated with a plush bee.Tummy time is one of the best ways to support your infant’s early development—and it does more than most parents and caregivers realize.

          Discover the ways this simple activity can help your child and get some tips to help you make your child’s tummy time successful.

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          Starting Conversations With Infants

          June 25, 2024

          Chubby baby boy examining book with colorful pictures sitting near mother on white rug near toys woman educating little son at home developing new skills

          During early childhood, the growth and development of children’s brains occur at remarkable speeds.

          By their first birthday, children typically acquire all the necessary sounds essential for developing language skills and vocabulary. Although it might seem unfamiliar to converse with a baby, remember that your child absorbs every sound, word, and facial expression. At this stage, the content matters less than the act of talking itself. Here are a few tips to get the conversation started.

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