I. Executive Summary: Paternal Engagement as a High-Impact Strategy Breastfeeding remains the optimal nutritional cornerstone for infant health and survival, offering profound benefits for both mother and child worldwide. While moth...
Key Points Research suggests that maternal mental health disorders, such as depression and anxiety, are highly prevalent in African settings, with antenatal rates ranging from 6% to 81% and postpartum from 4% to...
Introduction: Navigating the Toddler Years with Confidence The toddler years, spanning from the first to the third birthday, are a period of extraordinary transformation. It is a time of first steps, first words, and the blossoming...
1. Introduction Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is recognized as a complex neurodevelopmental condition that significantly impacts an individual's social interaction, communication, learning, and behavior.1 It is fundament...
I. Introduction: Understanding Speech and Language Development in Children Effective communication forms the bedrock of a child's development, influencing their social interactions, emotional expression, and cognitive gr...
Abstract Purpose This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of multiple pregnancies, defining the condition and exploring its increasing prevalence in modern obstetric...
Stages of Fetal Development: Alarm Bells and Early Signs of Trouble at Each Stage and What to Expect
Abstract Purpose This article aims to provide a comprehensive and accessible guide to the critical stages of fetal development throughout the entirety of pregnancy, specifically...
Abstract Speech delay is a common developmental concern that can have significant implications for a child's cognitive, social, and academic development if not addressed early. This medical and healthcare research paper provides a comprehensive overview o...
Abstract This paper aims to equip parents and caregivers, particularly within African communities, with comprehensive knowledge of subtle and often overlooked infant hunger cues. While crying is a widely recognized sign, it is often a la...
Abstract Cognitive development in toddlers (ages 1–3) involves rapid growth in memory, language, attention, and problem-solving. Stimulating these areas through age-appropriate play is both evidence-based and culturally significan...
