Parents then receive a temperament profile and an explanation of behavior they are likely to see as their child develops. The size of a toddler's vocabulary is related to how often parents speak to the child. It doesn t matter if they understand what you're saying. It matters that you're talking. The understanding will come soon enough.
Studies show that premature babies who are held and loved respond better to medical treatment.
Children of all ages need to be loved and held. Consistent and responsive relationships with primary caregivers have been linked to the development of the part of the brain that helps the child build healthful and secure relationships throughout life. Explore Early childhood experiences directly affect the development of a child s brain. All these things help to build their minds. Children Now and Kaiser Permanente are partners in the Campaign for Children's Health and Safety.