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National Network for Child Care -- Various publications on the growth and development on infants.

Parenting the First Year -- Age-paced, research based newsletters for parents of infants.

Ages & Stages – Publications on the different stages from birth to 18 months.

I am Your Child - Ages & stages information from prenatal to age three.

Baby Bouncer - A series of publications about development during the first twelve months of life.

Ages & Stages: 1 - 12 Months – Publication that provides information on physical, mental, social, and emotional development. Also provides ideas, activities, and books that help promote healthy infant development.

Child Development: Birth to Twelve Months – Publication that provides information on physical, intellectual, language, social, and emotional development during the first 12 months of life.

Parent Express: A Guide for You and Your Baby
– A series of publications providing information on development from birth to 28 months.

Your Security Blanket – A monthly newsletter for parents of newborns.

How Behavior Changes in Babies: Ages 0-18 Months – Publication about development and behavior from birth to 18 months.

Visits With You and Your Baby: Newborn to 12 Months – Information to help new parents answer the many questions they have about their babies.

A Child in Your Life Series - My How You’ve Grown! Development in Early Childhood
– An interactive publication for parents with babies.

Great Beginnings – A publication series for parents of young children giving month by month guidelines for learning, growth, and development.

Understanding Growth and Development Patterns of Infants – Publication about the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of infants.

Caring for Your Baby and Young Child: Birth to Age 5 - A book published by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Pampers.com – A developmental timeline from prenatal to age three, a learning center that provides information on infant development, video clips by Dr. T. Berry Brazelton, and Parent Pages–-a free e-mail newsletter that provides parents with customized information about each stage of their baby's life from the third trimester to age 4.

Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families -- Information on developmental milestones and brain development during infancy.

BrainNet
– A website dedicated to improving the lives of children by ensuring that all persons and systems who come into contact with pregnant women, parents, and children promote healthy, optimal brain development.

Building Baby’s Brain – A series of publications about brain development in babies.

Brain Development – Publication about brain development in the early years.

Early Brain Development - Publication about brain development in infants and toddlers.

Keys to Great Parenting: Fun and Learning with Your Baby or Toddler – An educational program built around seven keys for unlocking an infant or toddler's wonderful capabilities. Based on the latest brain research, the program teaches key parenting skills that stimulate optimum development.

Language Development in the Early Years – Language development from birth to preschool years.

Getting Ready to Walk: Signs of Readiness – Publication on timing and the process of learning to walk.

Your New Baby: When Will Baby Sleep All Night? -- Information on normal sleep patterns/needs of infants, how to help baby sleep, what to do when baby cries, and asking for help.    

Thumb or Pacifier? -- Looks at why babies suck their thumbs/pacifiers and safety when using pacifiers.  

Tips for Teething Babies -- Information on the timing of first teeth, characteristics/symptoms of teething, and how to help soothe the pain.  


Fear of Strangers Is Normal -- Information on the age babies tend to show fear of strangers, why they fear strangers, common reactions to strangers during this period, and what parents can do to minimize their baby's fear.   

Parents of Infants, Take the First Step Toward Trust Relationships -- Addresses the importance of a secure attachment and opportunities parents have to start building a trusting relationship with their infant.   


Sexuality and Your Child -- For Children Ages 0 to 3 -- Topics include What is Sexuality?, How Do Young Children Learn About Sexuality?, Characteristics of Sexual Development, What Can A Parent Do?, and Animals and Reproduction.