UNICEF Estimates 400,000 Babies Will Be Born On New Year's Day
Over half those births will happen in just eight countries, according to the U.N. agency.
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Which Countries Are Best At Preventing Low Birth Weight? Which Need To Do More?
For the first time, the World Health Organization has estimated how well the world is doing to prevent low-weight births. The progress is too slow, researchers say.
Is Your Child An Orchid Or A Dandelion? Unlocking The Science Of Sensitive Kids
Some kids seem resilient from the start — readily able, like dandelions, to cope with stress and adversity. But pediatrician Thomas Boyce says biologically reactive kids need more support to thrive.
Bringing Up Baby
This week we focus on the behavior of the youngest members of the human race. We try to translate the mysterious language of babies. And we ask, when should we step back and just let our children be?
Women's Hospital In Greensboro Offers Baby Boxes For Safe Sleeping
A Triad hospital is equipping new parents with the tools they need to keep their babies safe while sleeping.
The Surprising Benefit Of Moving And Grooving With Your Kid
It doesn't just keep them entertained. New research highlights an unexpected positive impact — and also shows that when a parent sings to a child, the parent can benefit, too.
For Babies Of The Opioid Crisis, Best Care May Be Mom's Recovery
Early findings on infants born with neonatal abstinence syndrome are reassuring, and doctors are optimistic that normal development can continue. Making sure parents are treated for addiction is key.
The Difficult Math Of Being Native American
It's a directive many Native Americans hear: Find yourself someone Native, it's about survival.
Unlike Humans, Bonobos Shun Helpers And Befriend The Bullies
Given a choice, bonobos tend to prefer people who act like jerks and dominate. That's very different than humans, who even as infants consistently prefer people who are cooperative and not mean.
We're All Born With Mathematical Abilities (And Why That's Important)
Kids who start school behind in math tend to stay behind. But could early predictors in preschool help educators put them on a path to success?