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.
Modern brain data does not support the classic explanation for infant helplessness. A new study suggests that babies’ brains are not as immature as previously…
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….
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…