Yet Another Reason Not to Spank (As If We Needed One)
New research looked at how neurological development was affected by spanking. The results are chilling and show us exactly how damaging spanking can be
Bedsharing and Later Mental Health: Cause for Concern or Not?
One article suggests a possible link between persistent bedsharing and worse mental health outcomes for children. Does it really say that? What does this data tell us and should parents be concerned? (Hint: no concern needed.)
Understanding the Orchid Child
The term orchid child is becoming more mainstream and hopefully this can help families better understand what it means.
Is TV Watching Really So Bad For Kids? Well… It Depends
Screen time is often thought to be associated with negative social outcomes for kids, including aggression, conduct problems, and peer relational problems. New research suggests this may not be so clear cut.
Toddler or Preschool Sleep Troubles: A Case of Expecting Too Much Sleep?
Toddler fighting bedtime? Waking regularly? It may be time to reconsider your toddler's actual sleep needs.
Controlled Crying, Cortisol, and Attachment: A Critical Look
New research is making the rounds claiming that there are no negative effects to controlled crying, and the press is lapping it up. The question is: Does the claim hold up?
Stress and Extinction Sleep Training: It’s Not So Simple
When you talk about stress and sleep training, you often get two polarized views: Either the stress is so great it has to cause irreparable harm or it's fine or even beneficial. Yet neither really captures the whole story.
Light Drinking and Pregnancy: A Review of the Research
The emotions surrounding any drinking in pregnancy are strong; however, there is still debate about the risk of light drinking in pregnancy. The current article discusses the research surrounding this topic.
Vaccine Effectiveness “Oversold”?
Contrary to what we have been led to believe all these years, it seems that the public health initiatives to push vaccination may need to be reconsidered...
Worried About How Much Your Child Sleeps? Don’t, According to New Research
Parents often worry that their child isn't getting the magical number of hours of sleep. New research suggests we can ditch the idea that there is a magical number for it doesn't seem to influence outcomes at all.