Pediatrician shares 5 simple habits that may support your baby's brain development

Pediatrician shares 5 simple habits that may support your baby’s brain development

Babies naturally want to grab, twist, squeeze, and explore everything around them. Rather than stopping this curiosity, the pediatrician recommends encouraging safe exploration. “Let your baby explore different textures and shapes.” He says these moments are actually important learning experiences. “When a baby twists, turns, or even breaks things apart, they’re learning through trial and…

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Why Mark Zuckerberg's baby is staring at black-and-white flashcards: A pediatric neurologist says there's a parenting lesson here |

Why Mark Zuckerberg’s baby is staring at black-and-white flashcards: A pediatric neurologist says there’s a parenting lesson here |

Photo: Mark Zukerberg with his baby Every new parent has wondered at some point: Am I doing enough to help my baby’s brain develop? The market is flooded with sensory toys, musical gadgets, flashing lights and products that promise to make babies smarter. It’s easy to believe that more stimulation automatically means better development. But…

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