- You are part of your kid's brain development. When your child feels safe & secure, he is building his brain. Also the activities that you enjoy most with your kid like talking, playing, cuddling, singing do most for his brain development.
- Each baby is unique. Although most kids follow the same developmental path, some go through a stage faster than others. Many kids exhibit uneven mental and physical progress.
- Your newborn is dependent on you for everything. Get to know him as much as you can by spending time with him. Know his temperament - is he outgoing, shy, or sensitive to touch? Learn what he likes and what upsets him. Your being able to respond to your kid appropriately helps him to feel safe and secure.
- What kids want most is not toys but your attention and time. It is not enough to be in the same room - you have to hold your kid, talk to him, and build a strong relationship.
- Your baby needs a lot of physical contact. You cannot spoil your kid in his first year by giving him a lot of what he needs - like hugs. You cannot spoil your baby by responding to him quickly. Distressed babies who gets parents attention learn to sooth themselves faster than those who do not.
- When you talk, sing, show things, or let your baby touch objects, you are laying the foundation for his language development. Your baby's listening and talking back is his way of relating.
- A baby's room should be a place where he can sleep, as well as play, grow, and learn. Keep the room exactly the same for a least the first year. This way, your child feels safe and "at home". At the same time, he is able to move around and discover new things with each developmental stage.
- In taking care of your baby, it is a good thing for you to have the support of other parents and share experiences with them - in the community center or in the forum of this site. Being with other children is good for your baby too.
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Pre-natal to 1 Year Old 
