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·October 25, 2017·6 min read

Now We Know Why Babies Shouldn’t Sleep Face Down

It has been well known for a number of years that placing a baby to sleep on their stomachs increases the risk of SIDS. Researchers report a developmental abnormality more prevalent in premature and male babies, may contribute to SIDS risk, in conjunction to the sleep position.

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·August 24, 2017·3 min read

Anesthesia and Surgery during Infancy May Impact White Matter during Childhood

Researchers report children who underwent general anesthesia and surgery prior to the age of one showed decreased white matter volume and integrity.

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·August 11, 2017·5 min read

New Diagnostic Kit for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in Newborns

Researchers from Cardiff University are working in conjunction with biotech company PerkinElmer, to develop a new diagnostic kit of Duchenne muscular dystrophy. The kit will be able to screen for DMD by analyzing dried neonatal blood spots.

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·May 9, 2017·5 min read

Dad’s Involvement With Baby Early On Associated With Mental Development Boost

According to researchers, dads who interact more with their children during the first few months of life have a positive impact on their baby's cognitive development.

Image shows a gorgeous little baby girl with a very naughty toy bunny.

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·May 4, 2017·4 min read

Surprise Communication Found Between Brain Regions Involved in Infant Motor Control

Researchers have identified how two distinct areas of the developing brain communicate and report REM sleep is key to this communication.

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·April 10, 2017·6 min read

Blood Test Shows Promise in Detecting Abusive Head Trauma in Infants

Researchers have developed a new blood test that could help to identify infants who may be experiencing bleeding in the brain as a result of abusive head trauma.

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Featured Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·February 7, 2017·5 min read

Researchers Create a Song That Makes Babies Happy

Psychologists and musicians work together to create a novel, highly baby friendly song. Future research may help identify babies' physiological responses to music.

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·February 1, 2017·5 min read

Early Signs of Anxiety and Depression May Be Evident in Newborns

Researchers report early indicators of depression and anxiety may be evident in the brain from birth.

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·January 2, 2017·10 min read

Babies Exposed to Stimulation Get a Brain Boost

Contrary to popular belief, exposing children to stimuli early can help to boost their development, researchers report.

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·September 2, 2016·4 min read

Babies Chew on Subtle Social and Cultural Cues at Mealtime

Babies pay close attention to what food is eaten around them and who is eating it, a new study reports.

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·August 21, 2016·5 min read

Maternal Language Shapes Infant’s Cry Melodies

A mother's tonal language is reflected in the cries of her newborn, a new study reports.

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·August 1, 2016·5 min read

Breastfeeding Associated With Better Brain Development and Neurocognitive Outcomes

According to a new study, preterm babies who were fed more breast milk for the first 28 days of life had larger gray matter volume and better cognitive skills by the age of 7.