Little Milestones That Are A Big Deal For Kids

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The HuffPost article “Little Milestones That Are Secretly A Big Deal For Kids” highlights how childhood development extends beyond obvious milestones like first steps or words, emphasizing subtle yet significant achievements such as visual attention, joint attention, object permanence (e.g., through peekaboo), imaginative play, and sharing toys, which experts like psychotherapists and neuroscientists argue are crucial for building social, emotional, and cognitive skills—reminding parents that each child’s unique pace is normal and worthy of celebration, despite the pressures of comparison.

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https://www.huffpost.com/entry/little-milestones-important-kids-development_l_624dd115e4b007d3845e4bb8

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Jeff Johnson

Jeff Johnson is an early learning trainer, podcaster, and author who founded Explorations Early Learning, Playvolution HQ, and Play Haven.

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