Babies and animals can't tell us if they have consciousness - but philosophers and scientists are starting to find answers
The study of consciousness, even in infants, faces challenges due to the subjective nature of experience and the lack of verbal communication.
Researchers advocate for multiple markers of consciousness, particularly in infants, to improve our understanding and confidence in their conscious experiences.
Parents urged to avail of first jab for newborns to protect babies from potentially lethal RSV virus this winter
A new injection offers immediate antibody protection against RSV to newborns for 150 days, aimed at reducing severe infections during peak season.
Introducing peanuts early reduces kids' allergy risk: new study
Feeding infants peanut products early can reduce peanut allergies by 71% by age 5.
A Look Inside Disney's Adorable (And Super Helpful) Baby Care Centers
Disney Parks have dedicated Baby Care Centers with amenities for parents of infants and toddlers.
The Baby Care Centers provide a variety of services and amenities, including nursing rooms, changing rooms, feeding areas, and a shop for baby supplies.
Pregnant people can get a shot to protect babies from RSV, but some hit hurdles
A newly approved vaccine for pregnant people can protect babies from RSV, the leading cause of hospitalization for infants in the US.
There are significant barriers to delivering the RSV vaccines, leading to a shortage and limited access for both pregnant people and infants.
California 'overdue' for whooping cough outbreak as cases spike across U.S.
Whooping cough cases are on the rise in California, with 506 cases reported so far in 2024, posing a significant risk to infants.