🌟 Is Your Child Talking Enough?
Plus, emotional development for 7-year olds.
Jed Baker
September 14, 2025
🌟 TRENDING
7-Year-Old Emotional Development: Understanding, Supporting, and Teaching Self-Control
By age seven, children are developing a more sophisticated understanding of their emotions. They begin to recognize subtle differences between feelings like disappointment and sadness, understand that others may feel differently in the same situation, and start applying coping strategies like compromise or self-soothing. They also grow more aware of social expectations around emotional expression, may begin to mask their feelings in certain settings, and are more likely to compare themselves to peers as they build self-esteem.
This stage of emotional growth plays a crucial role in how children learn, relate to others, and navigate challenges. Parents can support their 7-year-old by encouraging open conversations about feelings, modeling calm problem-solving, and reinforcing empathy and self-awareness. With the right guidance, kids at this age can build the emotional foundation they need for long-term resilience and self-control. Read more to explore strategies, signs to watch for, and when to consider professional support.
🌟 FAVORITE TOYS
New Toys from Bluey we Love!
Bring home the playful energy of the Bluey episode “Onesies” with the adorable new Interacting Onesies Bluey & Bingo Plush, available only at Target! Dressed in their animal onesies—Bluey as a zebra and Bingo as a cheetah—these cuddly sisters are full of personality, sound, and sibling fun. There are two exciting ways to play! In Solo Mode, press Bluey’s or Bingo’s belly to hear the Bluey theme song and fun phrases from the show. In Sibling Mode, place them close together and press their bellies to unlock interactive conversations, giggles, and silly sister moments—just like on the show! Perfect for fans of Bluey, this plush duo brings imagination, music, and laughter to every playtime. Whether playing alone or together, your little ones will love watching Bluey and Bingo come to life. Get ready for double the giggles and twice the fun with Bluey and Bingo in their onesies!
🌟 MILESTONES
Is My Child Talking Enough? A Parent’s Guide to Speech Milestones
Language development is one of the most exciting milestones in early childhood, but it often comes with uncertainty. This guide helps parents understand when children typically reach key speech benchmarks—from babbling at 12 months to forming complex sentences by age six. It outlines what’s considered typical at each age, what signs might indicate a delay, and how to know whether your child is progressing at their own pace or may need extra support.
The article also provides actionable tips for encouraging speech at home: modeling clear language, expanding on your child’s words, reading daily, and making playtime more interactive. It emphasizes the importance of early intervention while reassuring parents that every child develops differently. For families looking to boost vocabulary in fun, screen-free ways, it even highlights tools like audiobooks and kids’ podcasts that turn language learning into an engaging part of everyday life. Read more to explore red flags, strategies, and expert-backed next steps.
🌟 TLDR
Saoirse Ronan and Jack Lowden Quietly Welcome First Child Together – The Oscar-nominated actress and her husband were spotted pushing a stroller in London, confirming they've welcomed their first baby together.
22-Year-Old's Texting Guide for His Parents Goes Viral: We've Been Using Exclamation Points All Wrong – A son creates a PowerPoint presentation to teach his parents proper texting etiquette, sparking conversations about generational communication gaps.
Top Parenting Styles in 2025: "New Age Parenting" Takes the Lead – "New age parenting" emerges as the most trending approach, encouraging caregivers to embrace diverse cultures and innovative parenting styles.
5 Parenting Trends That Will Rock Your World in 2025 – Parents are ditching piggy banks for gamified apps and interactive tools to teach kids about saving, investing, and budgeting in today's expensive world.
The U.S. Parental Mental Health Crisis and What to Do About It – The U.S. Surgeon General sounds the alarm as 48% of parents report feeling completely overwhelmed by stress most days, nearly double the rate of childless adults.
