Research consistently shows that one of the most powerful things you can do for a baby is read to them, supporting early ...

Before age 5, a baby's brain grows rapidly, undergoing a uniquely important moment in development. Yet, many don't understand just how critical it is for setting a person's foundation for thriving.

From the moment you see that positive pregnancy test through your child’s second birthday, you’re experiencing what experts refer to as the “first 1,000 days”—a critical period for growth and ...

During intensive care after preterm births, babies can experience low oxygen in their tissue and cells—or hypoxia. Hypoxia is linked to poor brain health outcomes and life-long memory issues, but the ...

A new study has failed to find any strong links between drinking coffee during pregnancy and neurodevelopmental difficulties in children. A University of Queensland-led study has failed to find any ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC) — A groundbreaking study in women's health has revealed the lasting impact of preeclampsia, a common pregnancy complication, on children's brain development. Preeclampsia, a ...

Early exposure to harsh parenting during preschool years can have widespread effects on the organization of the entire brain’s communication. Later exposures affect specific brain areas. A new ...

A study in mice has found that the bacteria Bifidobacterium breve in the mother's gut during pregnancy supports healthy brain development in the fetus. A study in mice has found that the bacteria ...