In the first year, babies are big on silent comedy. Gentle actions such as blowing on a her face or tickling seem to do the trick in the early days. After about six months they become more robust and enjoy a bit of rough and tumble. Although we usually interpret their laugh as de...

Starting school is always an emotional experience. Many children are thrilled by the prospect of uniforms and reading books; others find the whole idea terrifying. And some children simply refuse to go. Last year, my little boy Sam was never going to go to school, ever. This is t...

identified the first gene known to be involved in the development of speech and language. It is believed this will lead to improved diagnosis of language disorders and other conditions, like autism. It had always been assumed there was a genetic basis to

Put on a fashion showThe contents of a dressing up box should provide bags of inspiration for a true ‘fashionista’ style parade. Spotlights, a makeshift catwalk and even a few camera flashes will add to the sense of occasion for all concerned.Set the sceneA favourite story, TV pr...

Dressing siblings in matching outfits gives the family a neat look – just look at the Beckham boys. But, according to psychologists, dressing siblings identically might not be the best thing for their developing identities. So think before following

The North BayScarborough's vast golden sands pull in the crowds. The North Bay is home to a village of eye-catching beach huts painted brightly in red, yellow, orange, green and blue. It’s also home to luxury apartment development The Sands

From colouring in their paper dolls to dressing up in front of the mirror, children love to experiment with style. Help your budding designer to develop their own burgeoning portfolio with these five fabulous ways to fuel fashion flair

Iglooplay is a children’s furniture collection from Lisa Albin Design combining organic, ergonomic shapes with a modernist look. The designs reflect the theory that child development flourishes from contact with sculptural forms, gorgeous materials

Swedish company Estelle & Thild was inspired by the velvety skin of a newborn baby. After the birth of her daughters, Estelle and Mathilde, Pernilla Rönnberg developed her skincare range made with the finest organic ingredients. From £20.

, found in oily fish and flaxseed and hemp oils, are the building blocks for nerve cell development. Going to nursery makes an even bigger difference, raising IQ by at least four points; more if the nursery offers specific language development lessons