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Girls Are Starting Puberty Earlier, BMI & Stress Levels May Be A Factor

For some time, the medical and scientific communities have recognized that puberty is hitting girls at younger and younger ages. In addition to simply adding … Read more

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: April 15, 2026

Oklahoma Researchers Crack The Code On Why Children Keep Having Nightmares — And How To Stop Them

Written by: Jeff Moss

Published on: April 14, 2026

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Researchers Find How One “Forever Chemical” Can Change Your Baby’s Face

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: April 1, 2026

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Is Your Child An Orchid Or A Dandelion? Here’s What One Pediatrician Says

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: March 17, 2026

Best St. Patrick's Day Picture Books For Kids

The Best St. Patrick’s Day Picture Books To Read With Your Kids

Written by: Jaime Burnham

Published on: February 25, 2026

What To Expect From Children At Different Ages

This Therapist Tells Parents What To Expect From Kids At Every Age

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: February 21, 2026

Researchers Can Spot A Baby’s Intelligence By 7 Months, But Nurturing It Is Way More Important

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: July 3, 2025

The Odd Skill Kids Raised In Authoritarian Environments Miss

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: June 2, 2025

Do Babies Have Kneecaps? Yes, But They’re Different Than Adults

Written by: James Kosur

Published on: May 12, 2025

10 Fine Motor Skills Toys I Love And How They Help Kids Work On Their Development

Written by: Mattie Bieberly

Published on: January 23, 2025

I’m A Play Therapist, Here Are 12 Benefits Of Play On Your Child’s Development

Written by: Jennifer Whitfield

Published on: January 18, 2025

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How to Navigate Your Child’s IEP

Written by: Mattie Bieberly

Published on: January 7, 2025

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10 Reasons Why Some Stress Is Good For Kids According To Research

Written by: Jennifer Whitfield

Published on: December 17, 2024

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How Do You Help A Child Who Is A Perfectionist? An Occupational Therapist’s Advice Flips Everything Upside Down

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: October 14, 2024

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Why Do Kids Repeatedly Ask The Same Questions, Especially When They Know The Answer?

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: September 23, 2024

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Here’s Why Researchers Say The 16 Month Milestone Is So Important For Brain Development

Written by: Steph Bazzle

Published on: July 16, 2024

Technology Distracts Children from Reading and Conversation

Written by: Heather Johnson

Published on: April 13, 2023