Development Problems

Worried that your toddler isn't hitting her milestones as fast as you expected? There are perfectly normal reasons why she may be taking her time.

You've probably been told not to compare your child with anyone else's. But when she really seems to be lagging behind other kids, it's important to get her the help she needs quickly.

Researchers now believe you can pick up signs of autism in a baby just under 4 months of age. Here are some signs that may indicate your baby should have a developmental evaluation, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Attention deficit disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) can create problems for children at home, in school, and in social situations. Find out if your child is showing symptoms of ADD/ADHD.

While it's true every child develops on her own timeline, delays in specific milestones such as talking can leave many parents wondering, "Is my child on schedule?" Here are some answers to your baby-development questions.

Don't worry if your child doesn't walk or talk on schedule.

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One mother offers an intimate and personal look into her day-to-day life of raising a son with autism.

Is your tyke's belligerent behavior wearing you down? Check out our tricks for handling aggression.

Your little one isn't so little anymore. Here's a rundown of what you can expect as your child turns three!

What's really going on in your toddler's little head when she shoves peas in her ear, guzzles bathwater, or strips naked in the store? We asked experts to interpret little kids' oddest behaviors and give advice on the sanest ways to handle them.

While young children can reach milestones at different ages, the CDC says you should talk to your doctor and consider an early-intervention evaluation if your child displays any of these signs or has a dramatic loss of skills.

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

Trust us -- we know these top tips work! We tapped the experts -- Parents.com readers, who swear by each and every one.

There's plenty to get excited about this year (preschool!). Find out what lies in store as your child turns four.

Get your kids off to a good and healthy start -- without any fuss.

We cut to the chase and tell you what you really need to know to have a well-behaved kid.

Wondering if you're pregnant? Answer a few questions and find if you might be.

You know you're pregnant, but when exactly will your baby make his big entrance? Use our pregnancy due date calculator to find out.

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The wait-and-see approach is fine for some kids' health problems. But not these.

Sometimes toddlers need a little motivation for taking the leap from diapers to the big-kid potty chair. We've gathered some creative ideas for fun and effective potty training.

Are you pregnant and wondering if you are having a girl or a boy? Take this gender prediction quiz that predicts the gender of your baby!

Admit it: Parenting can be a real grind sometimes. But if you follow these six simple mantras, you'll have a lot more fun -- and so will your kids.