Harsh parenting during preschool can affect kid brains later
Early exposure to harsh parenting during preschool years can have widespread effects on the organization of the entire brain’s communication.
Playing with your kid shapes how they interact with others
A new study suggests that interactions between caregivers and their children may serve as practice for new social situations for kids.
1 genetic mutation ups chance of having a daughter
Researchers have detected a human genetic variant that influences the chance of having a daughter.
Women in ‘care work’ make less money if they have kids
“Wages for women without children were more than 12% higher than wages for mothers, once all factors were accounted for.”
6 tips to help your kid sleep better
A new poll sheds light on parents’ bedtime battles to get their kids to sleep. An expert breaks down the findings and offers tips.
The right video games can boost kids’ well-being
Video games can boost the well-being of children, but only if designers create them with the needs of kids in mind.
Why parents should worry more about kids’ VR use
Despite privacy and security risks, parents aren’t as worried about their kids’ use of virtual reality as they should be, researchers say.
Paid family leave may prevent child abuse
Child abuse is a serious public health issue in the United States. Paid family leave can help prevent it, researchers report.
Paid family leave may prevent child abuse
Child abuse is a serious public health issue in the United States. Paid family leave can help prevent it, researchers report.
What you should know about rising measles cases
Cases of measles, a highly contagious and deadly disease, are surging in parts of the US. Experts fill you in on what you need to know.