When your baby cries uncontrollably, it’s easy to wonder why they can’t just settle down. But biologically, babies aren’t designed to calm themselves. Their brains are still developing, especially the ...

Co-authored with Alyssa Swift, M.S. In the current post, we are returning to our lab’s roots investigating the foundations of emotional development that occur in infancy. We know that infants have an ...

When your baby is fussy, what do you instinctively do? Most likely, you start singing. Researchers have now confirmed what parents have always sensed: singing to your baby significantly boosts their ...

While children are often encouraged to be open about their feelings, babies lack the ability to do so, meaning it's up to parents to recognize their emotions and verbalize them on their behalf. This ...

You step into a hospital room expecting a birthday celebration and instead meet a new life — a moment that collapses joy, ...

Teaching your children how to regulate their emotions starts from birth. Here are the best techniques for teaching kids emotional regulation skills, plus experts weigh in on the benefits of emotional ...

Learn about practical postpartum self-care ideas to support your body, mind, and emotional recovery. Gentle, realistic tips to help new moms heal, recharge, and feel like themselves again.