The first signs of language do not always sound like language. Long before a baby can say a recognizable word, baby gestures before talking may include reaching, raising both arms to be picked up, showing an object, waving, pointing, or pairing movement with a sound. A rich language environment is Continue Reading
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When Adult Screen Time Includes Gambling: What Children Notice About Phone Habits
A parent checks a sports score during dinner, answers a work message during play, scrolls social media at the park, or opens an adult gambling app during family downtime. Young children may not understand what is on the screen, but parent phone habits around children can still change what they Continue Reading