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Parenting

Baby & Toddler · 4 min Why Is My Toddler Suddenly Scared of Climbing? Your fearless climber suddenly says no. Here's why toddlers get cautious about climbing, why that's often a good sign, and seven gentle ways to help them find their... Child Development · 3 min How Does Play Affect Brain Development? Pediatricians call play “brain building.” Here’s what the research says, the five kinds of play and what each one builds, and simple ways to make more room for... Child Development · 5 min What Does a Sensory Swing Do? A sensory swing gives kids movement, gentle pressure and a quieter space all at once. Here’s what’s happening inside the swing sense by sense, how kids actually use... Child Development · 3 min How Can You Spark Your Child’s Imagination? Imagination grows through everyday pretend play. Here are six simple ways to encourage it at home, from setting up a play space and limiting screens to storytelling, messy...