At just two or three days old, can a newborn baby recognize the expressions on his or her parents' faces? New research suggests a baby can—provided mom and dad lean in close. A study conducted by ...

When Shakespeare called sleep “nature’s soft nurse,” he was definitely onto something. Centuries later researchers have found that inadequate sleep in children affects their emotional functioning in ...

Imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery for adults, but it can also help you bond with your baby, research shows. Acknowledging their excitement and imitating actions or facial expressions – ...

Sure, a robot walking through the woods on its own is a bit disconcerting. A robotic big cat that can run you down? Worthy of some consternation. A robot with a giant baby face, though? Downright ...

Younger siblings tend to be good for one thing: providing older siblings with an endless well of hilarious fodder. The newborn was on the couch with his older brother. The baby suddenly became ...