To learn more about what makes for the best toys for 6-month-olds, I spoke to four experts, including two pediatricians. As a product reviewer, tester and a mom of three young children, I’ve ...

Common Chemicals in Plastics May Harm Baby Brain Development. More. HealthDay. FRIDAY, April 4, ... Phthalates are found in many everyday items, like food packaging, shampoo, toys and vinyl flooring.

Experts urge women to reduce exposure to plastics and certain personal care products FRIDAY, April 4, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Common chemicals used in plastic and personal care products may ...

Stimulating colors do help a baby's brain develop and aid in their learning, says Harvey Karp, MD, FAAP, the founder and CEO of Happiest Baby."Brightly colored, high-contrast toys and books help ...

To find the best toys for 3-to-6-month olds, we interviewed child development experts and tapped moms on the BabyCenter team and in the Community to learn what their babies loved to play with. Our ...

The first two years of a baby’s life are critical for brain development, and how the brain grows during that time may help ...

SATURDAY, June 21, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The first two years of a baby’s life are critical for brain development, and how the brain grows during that time may help ...