A CDC report analyzing data from 16 U.S. sites, including Maryland, found that autism now affects 1 in 31 eight-year-olds nationwide.

A new CDC report stated that autism rates are rising in the U.S., as more than 3% of America's kids are being diagnosed. A ...

The randomized clinical trial looked into whether immediate skin-to-skin contact with preterm babies improved early childhood ...

Couples who are or will be parents for the first time need a clear understanding of postpartum care and postnatal family planning.

The nonprofit social service agency Lifesteps is offering free development screenings called Child Checks for children up to age 5. The program is available in Butler County, and is supported, in ...

When parents are concerned about their child's development, they often seek an assessment to address concerns and identify ...

Focusing on a child’s strengths can have a powerful impact on children and parents, researchers say. Photo / 123rf When ...

A new strengths checklist aims to help parents, carers and clinicians more easily identify a child’s skills, talents and ...

Childhood has been overtaken by adults. Less freedom and more screens is associated with rising anxiety in kids and parents.

More than half of children aged between 5-15 years spend an average of 3 hours a day on their own tablet, according to a ...

North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein assembled a task force of business leaders, legislators, and advocates to address child care ...