(CNN) — Mothers bear much of the burden for a child’s healthy development, from pregnancy through their teen years. But a large, new study adds to the growing body of evidence saying fathers, too, are ...

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Gentle parenting, a child-rearing approach based on empathy and respect, isn’t inherently bad for children’s development. In fact, research suggests that responsive parenting styles can foster secure ...

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South Africa has committed to ending child stunting by 2030, placing early childhood development (ECD) at the centre of national priorities. Turning that promise into reality means empowering parents ...