Here’s how many milestones parents experience in their baby’s first year

Here’s how many milestones parents experience in their baby’s first year

The average parent experiences nearly 50 milestones with their children within the first year, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 parents of babies (9 months to 24 months) found that while many of these were expected, 78% agreed that important developmental and emotional milestones can come completely out of the blue.  The survey … Read more

Prescription to party? Celebrating milestones is good for your health: study

Prescription to party? Celebrating milestones is good for your health: study

Most people don’t need an excuse to throw a party — yet it might just be what the doctor ordered. Recent research suggests that celebrations might benefit our health and well-being, according to a paper published in the Journal of Public Policy & Marketing, a peer-reviewed academic journal put out by the American Marketing Association. The research … Read more