Scientists Discover Unique Building Block of Human Vision
Research shows that infants primarily see high-contrast, simple patterns, forming an essential visual foundation for later development and influencing both human vision and AI training….
Babies News
Babies, or infants, are the youngest members of the human species, typically defined as being from birth up to 12 months of age. This stage is marked by rapid physical and cognitive development, as babies grow from being completely dependent newborns to becoming more mobile and interactive toddlers. During their first year, babies achieve several significant milestones including smiling, babbling, sitting up, crawling, and possibly starting to walk. Their cognitive development during this time is equally profound; they begin to understand basic communication, form attachments to caregivers, and explore their environments through senses and movement. Babies require extensive care, feeding, and protection as their immune systems are still developing. Nutrition, particularly through breastfeeding or formula, is critical as it supports their growth and development. The first year of life is not only a period of incredible growth for the baby but also a challenging and rewarding time for parents and caregivers, who play an essential role in providing love, nurture, and security.
The Origin of Cultural Learning: New Research Uncovers Why Babies Imitate
A study from LMU indicates that infants learn to mimic others as they are themselves mirrored by their caregivers. Unconsciously, individuals consistently learn from others,…
Yale Researchers Discover New Bacterial Strain Causing Widespread Newborn Deaths and Disease in Uganda
In 2007, Yale pediatric neurosurgeon, Dr. Steven Schiff, visited his colleague Dr. Benjamin Warf at the CURE Children’s Hospital in Uganda. The scenes at the…
Infant Immunity: New Research Identifies Weak Spot and “Secret Weapon”
Two new studies led by researchers at Columbia University explains why babies get so many common respiratory infections and identifies a specialized cluster of immune…
Better Than Drugs? Scientists Use Hugs To Treat Opioid-Exposed Newborns
A clinical trial conducted by UNM has identified the best care practices for newborns exposed to opioids. According to recent research by the University of…
An Unforeseen Impact of the Pandemic – How the Lockdown Increased Breastfeeding Duration
The research findings provide support for the implementation of a nationwide paid family leave policy. A recent study led by the University of California, San…
Born Into an Isolating World: Most Babies Born to Mothers With COVID-19 Separated After Birth
Most babies born to mothers with COVID-19 were separated after birth resulting in low breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact rates during the height of the pandemic,…
“Important Implications”: Unborn Babies Can Taste What Their Mothers Eat
Scientists have discovered the first direct evidence that babies respond differently to various tastes and smells while still in the womb. 100 pregnant women participated in…
Scientists Reveal the Best Way To Calm a Crying Baby
According to scientists, the best way to calm down a baby is to take them on a 5-minute walk. The majority of parents have been…
Preterm Children Who Drink More Breast Milk Have a Higher IQ and Greater Academic Achievement
Maternal milk consumption is linked to improved school-age outcomes for preterm babies. Children born prematurely have a higher chance of inferior academic ability in math,…
Change Your Kid’s Diet: Too Many Children Drink Specialized Baby Formula
Scientists are concerned that young children may be drinking too much specialized formula. A study has revealed that the dairy-free trend has started to impact…
New Research Finds That Established Beliefs About Infant Crying Might Not Be True
The study provides a new understanding of what constitutes normal and excessive crying among infants When will my baby stop crying so much? If you…
A New Method Can Prevent and Reverse Newborn Brain Injuries
Neonatal brain injuries may be prevented or treated by using a gene-targeted strategy The results of new preclinical research published on June 15th in The…
Prenatal Supplement Helps Body More Efficiently Use Key Nutrient for Fetal Brain Development
Choline helps the body use an essential nutrient during a baby’s development The nutrient choline has already been proven to have long-term advantages for children…
Cesarean Births Not Linked to Increased Risk of Food Allergy During First Year of Life
Cesarean deliveries are not associated with an increased risk of food allergy during the first year of life, according to a new study. The research…
Sharing Saliva: The One Clue Babies Use To Tell Who Has Close Relationships
Sharing food and kissing are among the signals babies use to interpret their social world, according to a new study. Learning to navigate social relationships…
Breastfeeding Lowers Childhood Obesity Risk – Now They May Have Found Out Why
Breastfed children have a lower risk of obesity, which may be linked to reduced expression of the hormone, leptin; according to research presented today at…
Study Shows Six-Month Old Babies Have a Sense of Probability
Scientists at the Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences in Leipzig have now shown that even six-month-old babies have a sense of…