The neonatal period, which is defined as the first 28 days after birth, is known to be a crucial stage in the development of ...

Decades of research show that early psychosocial stress, including chronic exposure to adversity, can shape how a child's brain develops, with effects that last well beyond childhood. But families ...

Maternal nutrition, from pregnancy through the first two years of life, provides the essential building blocks for a baby's ...

By Dr. Liji Thomas, MD A new study shows that whether families can reliably meet basic needs, not just how much they earn, ...

Before age 5, a baby's brain grows rapidly, undergoing a uniquely important moment in development. Yet, many don't understand just how critical it is for setting a person's foundation for thriving.

Children whose parents struggle with a steady income show delayed brain development in the first year of life, according to a ...

The five factors, collectively known as the Thrive 5, include nutrition through breast milk or formula, stimulation through ...