Child development
Here you’ll find our articles on child development. Read more about attachment, when children start crawling/walking and when it’s time for potty training.
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Family road trip in Europe: Baby growth
The twins do a lot of growing in a few short months! In Part 6, road trip parents Juli and Christian tell us how they have adjusted camper van life as the babies develop.
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How the 5 senses develop during baby’s first year
A baby’s vision is blurry during the first three months. If a baby had the sharp focus of an adult, the sheer quantity of impressions would be overwhelming. Read about your baby’s five senses – what to expect baby's first year.
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When do babies start walking?
When do babies start walking? Baby’s first steps are an eagerly awaited event for many parents. A pediatric orthopedist explains the fascinating evolution from crawling to walking.
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Potty training – 9 tips from the expert
Potty training – when, where and how do you do it? Don't worry if you missed baby potty training, it's not too late. Read the pediatrician's tips on giving your tot a smooth potty training experience.
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How baby attachment works
Your baby’s interest in looking at other people is part of the bonding process – the ability to form an attachment to one or two of the people closest to them.
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Did you know this about a baby head?
Imagine if your head accounted for one third of your total body weight! A newborn baby head does. As a baby isn’t strong enough to hold up their head unaided, a baby head needs proper support during the first five months.
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When do babies start crawling?
Learn more about an exciting time in life. We’ve asked a paediatric orthopaedist to explain the development from a small bundle to a baby who moves around independently.
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Time to stop using nappies? 5 signs that your child is ready
How do I know when to start potty training? 5 signs that your child is ready for potty training.
How to tell if your child has reached potty training age