Parenting

Infants’ mental representations of attachment are thought to develop across the first year, but empirical attempts to assess this have been scarce.

Protecting our children is a top priority, yet everyday actions at home can make “my body belongs to me” feel inconsistent with real life – even though that’s never our intention.

This is a period every parent fears: children return from daycare and kindergarten sick, with fevers rising mainly at night. A senior ER doctor explains when a hospital visit is necessary.

Children don’t need perfect parents, just stability. They need two parents who can communicate and cooperate. Despite the difficulty, put the children at the center and keep talking.

More stories of social boycotts are emerging, worrying many parents. When did you last ask your child if someone is left out, check the class WhatsApp group, or talk with them openly?

Why ready-made fruit purée pouches are not a substitute for real food. Dr. Liat Etshtein, a pediatric medicine specialist, and Yael Ioselevich, a pediatric dietitian, explain.

Hundreds of 7-year-olds will soon take the gifted test, but only a few will get in—leaving many disappointed. Why does this happen, and how can we cope?

In an effort to protect them from any pain and disappointment, we sometimes forget what truly makes children strong – the ability to cope.

Many people with attention disorders are offered medication, but several research-backed methods can also effectively reduce symptoms.

Why fever is not an enemy, how emotions affect the immune system, and what really needs to be done to get through the winter healthier.