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What is Baby Brain Development?
Baby brain development refers to the growth and maturation of a baby's brain, crucial for cognitive, emotional, and physical growth.
Key points: Baby brain development involves the growth and maturation of neural connections that are essential for cognitive, emotional, and physical abilities. This process is influenced by genetics and the environment. | Evidence shows that by age 2, a child's brain reaches approximately 80% of its adult size, according to the CDC.
How Does Baby Brain Development Progress During Pregnancy?
Baby brain development during pregnancy progresses through critical stages that shape cognitive and sensory abilities.
Key points: Baby brain development during pregnancy involves a series of critical stages that occur primarily during the first and second trimesters. These stages include neural tube formation, neuron proliferation, and the establishment of synaptic connections. | Evidence shows that the neural tube, which becomes the brain and spinal cord, forms within the first four weeks of pregnancy - according to the CDC.
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