Intellectual Growth

These interactive activities will teach your baby about her senses. The more she explores, the faster her cognitive skills will develop.

Affection between you and your baby is the most important tool in developing his brain.

Try these simple activities to amp up your baby's brain power.

Make play a priority during your baby's first year to increase parent-baby bonding, boost brain development, and set the stage for social interaction.

Look beyond toys and videos. A better brain booster is a good book.

If you're like most new parents, there are plenty of days -- ones when your baby won't stop crying and there's oatmeal on the wall -- when you feel as if you can't do anything right. But think again. Even if all you did was feed your little one when he was hungry, talk to him as you did the laundry, and take him for a stroll, you offered him fantastic learning experiences. Still doubt it? Here's what your baby would tell you himself -- if he could.

Jamie Loehr M.D, and Jen Meyers, authors of "Raising Your Child" suggest taking these steps to encourage Baby's cognitive development.

Infant-development experts believe that the first years of a child's life are a prime time for learning, but sometimes it may be hard to think of new ways to stimulate your baby. Let these fun -- and scientific -- activities will inspire you.

The moment they emerge from the womb, babies are observing, absorbing, and gearing up to take on the world. Here's a peek at the wonders in store as the months go by.

Jamie Loehr and Jen Meyers, authors of "Raising Your Child" suggest these activities to help enhance your baby's mental development.

Baby begins to develop her memory from the moment she is born. There are lots of things you can do during her first year to help strengthen her memory skills. Here are some of our tips and suggestions for enhancing Baby's memory.

Your toddler is constantly developing and reacting to the world around him. With such quick development, every day is a new adventure. We outline some of the most exciting milestones so you know what to expect.

The American Academy of Pediatrics has identified important milestones for babies ages 1 month through 3 months. We've included fun and easy ways to help your newborn reach these key developmental markers, plus helpful information new parents should know.

Here are some of the loves that might captivate your baby right now. If they don't sound familiar, they probably will soon!

We bet you had no idea how much your baby could do until now! Read on to find out why you're really living with a Superbaby!

The American Academy of Pediatrics has identified important milestones for babies age 4 months through 7 months. We've included fun and easy ways to help your baby reach these key developmental markers, plus helpful information new parents should know.

Entertain Baby with these fun and stimulating playtime activities from Jamie Loehr and Jen Meyers, authors of "Raising Your Child."

We know you're dying to hear those first words. Here's what you need to know while you wait.

Watch for these milestones to occur between 18-24 months.

Playtime with your infant is more than just fun and games -- it also teaches your baby valuable life lessons.

From tall tales to singing songs, Jamie Loehr M.D, and Jen Meyers, authors of "Raising Your Child" share activities to help your baby start talking!

While baby's playing with infant toys such as blocks, balls, and stacking cups, he's getting a sneak peek at math and science.

Crawling gives baby a taste of independence and a new view of the world.

The innate parts of your baby's personality help determine how he eats, sleeps, and responds to new things. Identify his dominant traits and you'll find the easiest way to keep him comfortable and content.

These catchy little songs and poems are more than just entertainment.