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Understanding Brain Development in Babies and Toddlers
The first three years of life are a critical period in development. Read more about understanding brain development in babies and toddlers.
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Early Brain Development
In the first few years of life, more than 1 million new neural connections are formed every second.
We know our Baby Brain Map is a valuable resource for caregivers and early childhood professionals.
Our team is revising the content to be reflective of the most recent neurological research and working to make the interactive experience even more engaging and informative.
In the meantime, browse the resources below to learn more about early development.
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Research and Science
Research shows that, to ensure a good start in life, all infants and toddlers need good health, strong families and positive early learning experiences.
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What does trauma do to a baby’s brain?
Trauma can greatly impact the developing and vulnerable minds of young children aged 0-3. However, the impact of trauma can vary depending on some key factors.
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22 Statistics You Need to Know About Childhood Brain Development
The first three years of a child’s life are the most pivotal, and also the most vulnerable when it comes to childhood brain development.
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Early Development
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Why 0-3?
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What are the most important influences on brain development before birth?
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IECMH Series: Neuro-relational Development
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Brain Wonders: Nurturing Healthy Brain Development from Birth
Learn what you can do in everyday moments to help your baby develop healthy brain connections.
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When Does the Fetus’s Brain Begin to Work?
The central nervous system (which is composed of the brain and the spinal cord) matures in a sequence from "tail" to head. Learn more about fetal brain activity.
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Developing Social-Emotional Skills
Making friends. Showing anger in a healthy way. Figuring out conflicts peacefully. Learn what you can do to support social-emotional development in your child from birth to age 3.
12–24 Months: Social-Emotional Development
Between 12-24 months, social-emotional development progresses. Toddlers develop self-awareness and a sense of being independent from others.
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Birth to 12 Months: Social-Emotional Development
Starting from birth, babies are learning who they are by how they are treated. Learn more about babies' social and emotional development.
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24–36 Months: Social-Emotional Development
As two-year-olds, children really begin to play interactively with their peers. Learn more about toddler social-emotional development.
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The Magic of Everyday Moments
These resources provide helpful strategies for supporting young children’s development through everyday interactions.
The Daddy Factor: How Fathers Support Development
Learn about fatherhood and the unique and powerful role fathers play in the development of their children.
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Before Birth: Prenatal Development for Baby, Mom, and Dad
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Driven to Discover: How Thinking Skills Develop Through Everyday Play and Exploration
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Development From 24 to 36 Months Old: New Skills Develop Through Play, Routines, and Relationships
Learn how to encourage your child's increasing independence and endless imagination through play, routine, and relationships.
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From Cries to Conversations: The Development of Communication Skills from Birth to 3
Watch how parents and caregivers can support the development of communication skills from birth to 3 years.
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Busy Bodies: How the Development of Physical Skills Supports Learning
Watch how the development of a baby's physical skills supports early learning.
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Development From 12 to 24 Months Old: Strong, Positive Connections and Interactions Fuel Learning
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Development From Birth to 12 Months Old: Forming a Trusting Bond to Nurture Learning
Watch how to nurture your baby from birth to 12 months, teaching them how to feel safe and secure in the world while encouraging developmentally appropriate growth.
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Power of Play: Building Skills and Having Fun
Learn how to nurture your baby's development through the power of play.
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Brain Wonders: Nurturing Healthy Brain Development from Birth
Learn what you can do in everyday moments to help your baby develop healthy brain connections.
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Literacy Skills: The Roots of Reading Start at Birth
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From Feelings to Friendships: Nurturing Healthy Social-Emotional Development in the Early Years
Learn how to support your child's relationship-building skills.
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Tantrums, Defiance, Aggression – Oh My!
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Everyday Routines, Extraordinary Learning
Watch and wonder at the amazing learning and bonding that takes place between parents and children during everyday play and interaction. Created in partnership between ZERO TO THREE and Fred Rogers Center for Early Learning and Children’s Media.
A Good Fit
Watch how infants and toddlers learn through trying out their ideas, using their thinking and physical abilities to solve difficult problems.
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Building Blocks of Learning
Watch how children learn by doing and learn how to encourage your child to stick with difficult tasks, even if they are frustrating.
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Nice Catch!
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Professional Development on The Growing Brain
Our innovative training focuses on giving trainers evidence-informed strategies with which to prepare early childhood providers for their vital role in building healthy brains.
