
Parenting Resources for Early Childhood Development
Supporting your child's development is a rewarding yet challenging journey. Below, you'll find curated resources to help navigate language, cognitive, and emotional growth from infancy through early childhood.
Ages 0-12 Months
Early development begins with strong foundational skills in language, cognition, and social interaction. These resources offer expert guidance on understanding and supporting your baby's milestones.
Zero to Three - Early Development Guides
Explore evidence-based guides and tools to support your child's early development, including speech and language milestones.Pathways.org - Speech & Developmental Milestones
A free month-by-month guide covering speech, emotional growth, and other key developmental areas.
Ages 12-24 Months
Toddlers experience rapid language growth and comprehension. These resources help parents anticipate and support their child’s expanding vocabulary and communication skills.
Raising Children Network - Language Development (12-24 Months)
Learn about vocabulary expansion, understanding, and key language milestones for toddlers.
Ages 24-36 Months
By age two, children begin forming simple sentences, identifying objects, and engaging in basic conversations. These resources provide insights into their evolving language and cognitive abilities.
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - Developmental Milestones (24-36 Months)
A comprehensive guide to language, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development for children aged 2 to 3 years.
Key Highlights:
Following Instructions: Understanding and completing 2- to 3-step instructions.
Vocabulary Growth: Learning spatial concepts and naming familiar objects.
Self-Identification: Beginning to say their name, gender, and use pronouns.
Conversational Skills: Engaging in basic dialogues with 2-3 sentences.
Ages 3-4 Years
At this stage, children experience significant language expansion, begin storytelling, and refine their comprehension skills. These resources offer support in nurturing their growing communication abilities.
Raising Children Network - Language Development (3-4 Years)
Learn about vocabulary growth, sentence complexity, and improved conversational skills in preschoolers.St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital - Language Development (3-4 Years)
A deep dive into vocabulary expansion, comprehension, and sentence structure improvements at this critical developmental stage.
General Parenting & Development Resources
For broader insights into parenting, cognitive development, and multilingual upbringing, these resources provide expert knowledge and practical guidance.
Triple P Online - Positive Parenting Program
A structured online program offering interactive modules, videos, and real-life scenarios to help parents of children at all developmental stages.Research on Parenting & Cognitive Development
A literature review exploring the impact of parenting styles on children's cognitive growth, emotional regulation, and long-term well-being.The Latina Mom Legacy Podcast
A podcast dedicated to Latina mothers navigating bilingual parenting, preserving cultural heritage, and raising multilingual children.