The internet is awash in short-form videos. From YouTube Shorts to TikTok to Instagram Reels, these highly entertaining, algorithm-driven forms of media are the current rage. But the lingering question floating around the medical community is, “Are these short-form videos harming our children?” While research is ongoing into the effects these videos have on our brains, research already shows that heavy consumption of online content harms focus and self-control. A recent rev

Tired of hearing about how your toddler’s tablet habits are harmful, but don’t know what to do? Here are ten ways you can establish healthier routines. 1. Don’t quit cold turkey. Begin by shortening the tablet session or limiting it to a single, predictable time of day. For example, a thirty-minute window while you’re cooking dinner. 2. Make screens boring. Turn off autoplay, lower the brightness and volume levels, and avoid fast, flashy apps. When the tablet loses it

New research now shows that when toddlers spend too much time on screens, measurable changes occur in their brains that can lead to anxiety and learning difficulties in their teenage years. The 2025 study, based in Singapore, found a biological explanation for why limiting screen time in the first two years is crucial, according to its senior author, Assistant Professor Tan Ai Peng. The longitudinal study tracked 168 children for more than a decade, using brain scans at ages

The Christmas shopping season is here! With prices high and young families strapped for cash, every cent counts when it comes to investing in your youngster’s toys. You're already seeing suggestions from social media influencers and advertisers. So, allow me to suggest my favorite toys that are both fun and ideal in helping your child meet their developmental milestones. For more helpful tips, check out my latest book, The New Mom’s Guide: Help and Hope for Baby’s First Year

Many parents of babies and toddlers watch Ms. Rachel’s shows on YouTube. Her online videos teach young children early learning skills, including letters, numbers, and colors. She also emphasizes speech and language development through the use of songs, repetition, and visual aids. Her shows are often helpful to parents whose children aren't talking as they should. While her work is widely praised by speech therapists and other developmental experts, a quick online search show

Experts have long agreed that barefoot is best for babies as they learn to walk. The reason is that the soles of the feet contain...

Ginny Cruz addresses the early years of childhood as a guest blogger, posting on a monthly basis. Ginny Cruz, MPA, PT, is a pediatric...

In guest blogger Ginny Cruz' initial post, she suggests three possible actions if your baby spits up during tummy time.