Fetal development by week: Your baby in the womb

Riley | Pediatric Speech Therapist on Instagram: "You’ve probably caught yourself using that sweet, sing-songy voice with your baby and wondered, “Am I using baby talk? And is it bad for my baby’s development to talk like this?” The answer: No! That voice is called parentese (also known as motherese), and it’s backed by science. Parentese is a powerful tool for early language development. It’s slower, more exaggerated, and higher in pitch. This makes it easier for babies to: ✨ Hear individual so

Stages of Labor and Delivery: What to Expect When You Give Birth