“Today’s toddlers are growing up surrounded by screens… they might place heavy demands on a toddler’s developing brain.”

“As parents, you’ve probably watched your baby wave their arms, kick their legs, and gradually become more coordinated. But how do babies learn where their hands and feet are? How do they develop an understanding of their own bodies?”

“Have you ever noticed your mind drifting off when you are supposed to be doing something else?”

“The UCD Babylab team have been busy bunnies this Easter! We spent the past two weeks taking part in the Explorium’s Springfest 2025, meeting families, solving puzzles, and learning about research. Our infamous Babylab Teddy and jigsaws were a huge hit for kids and parents alike!”

To celebrate Brain Awareness Week 2025, we developed a short guide explaining the development of different areas of the brain from birth to 24 months, highlighting the developmental milestones associate with each area.