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Talking to your baby or toddler shapes the structure of their brain, my colleagues and I have discovered.

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The lady who refused to pay for her sister’s vacation trip because she won’t watch the children has received praise.

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Drawing pictures is great for children’s development: How parents can help

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Drawing is much more than a fun activity. It has wide-ranging benefits for children’s development. Here’s how parents can help

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School holidays can feel like a marathon if all the kids want to do is watch TV, play Minecraft or repeatedly ask you for the iPad.

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A mom received quite an earful after a clip of her applying makeup on her infant went viral. What are your thoughts?

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Strong emotions in our kids may trigger our own emotional reactions, and we may feel lost about the best way to respond.

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