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In Brain Rules for Baby, Dr. John Medina shares what the latest science says about how to raise smart and happy children from zero to five. This book is destined to revolutionize parenting. Just one of the surprises: The best way to get your children into the college of their choice? Teach them impulse control. Brain Rules for Baby bridges the gap between what scientists know and what parents practice.

Ten thousand years after humans figured out how to stop wandering and plant crops, veteran investigative journalist Mark Schapiro plunges into the struggle already underway for control of seeds, the ground-zero ingredient for our food. Three-quarters of the seed varieties on Earth in 1900 had become extinct by 2015. In Seeds of Resistance, Schapiro takes us onto the frontlines of a struggle over the seeds that remain, one that will determine the long-term security of our food supply in the face of unprecedented climate volatility. More than half of all commercially-traded seeds have fallen under the control of just three multinational agri-chemical companies....

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Thirteen extraordinary essays shed new light on the mystery of the universe—and on one of the most brilliant thinkers of our time. “[Hawking] sprinkles his explanations with a wry sense of humor and a keen awareness that the sciences today delve not only into...

If you think baby brain is bad for you, think again - because neuroscientist Dr Sarah McKay (author of The Women's Brain Book) has looked at studies and talked to experts from all over the world and the proof is in: giving birth is one of the best things to ever happen to a woman's brain...

When Afia, a newborn Western Lowland Gorilla, is rejected by her mother Kera after a difficult birth, her human keepers start the challenging but rewarding experience of hand-rearing her themselves. Teaching her the ropes of life in the Gorilla House at Bristol Zoo is tricky enough. But providing 24/7 care for a baby gorilla means Alan must hand-rear Afia in his own home too, forging a remarkable emotional bond between them over the course of many sleepless nights.

From a leading neurologist, neuroscientist and practitioner of Ayurvedic medicine, comes a rigorous scientific investigation of the healing power of sound, showing readers how they can use it to improve their mental and physical wellbeing. Why does a baby’s cry instantaneously flood a...

Why cracking the code of human conception took centuries of wild theories, misogynist blunders, and ludicrous mistakes Throughout most of human history, babies were surprises. People knew the basics: men and women had sex, and sometimes babies followed. But beyond that the origins of life were a...

This audiobook narrated by Katherine Fenton gives a sweeping account of male nurturing, explaining how and why men are biologically transformed when they care for babies.

A sweeping and revelatory new history of the age of dinosaurs, from one of our finest young scientists. "THE ULTIMATE DINOSAUR BIOGRAPHY." — Scientific American The dinosaurs. Sixty-six million years ago, the Earth’s most fearsome creatures vanished. Today they remain one of our planet’s...

“Signals is a special book, … [an] utterly fascinating guide to who you are and how you work. It's compassionate, humane and grounded in the author's deep clinical experience. A true gift.” ―Chris van Tulleken, author of Ultra-Processed People In the tradition of Atul Gawande and Henry...

Already technology enables parents to select some genetic traits for their children, and soon it will be possible to begin to shape ourselves as a species. Countering loud cries of alarm, bioethics expert Ronald Green explains why our fears about genetic engineering are overblown and how we can move forward responsibly to create a better future.

A beginner-friendly birding podcast that explores one bird per episode, mixing history, behaviour, fun facts, and beginner spotting tips — all from the perspective of someone new to birding.Any and all listener mail can be sent to babybirderpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening!

Parents and parents-to-be are bombarded with information, from what to expect to what to do (and not to do) when it happens. But what they may not realize is that from the chemistry of pregnancy tests to the vacuum physics of breastfeeding, there is fascinating science at the heart of every aspect of creating and raising a new human.

Dive into the enchanting world of Suns Babies, a publication that brings the beauty of birds to life through stunning color photography. Produced by the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago from 1897 to 1907, this monthly magazine features delightful short poems, engaging anecdotes, and informative descriptions of various bird species, complemented by exquisite color plates. Over the years, it evolved to showcase not just birds, but also a wider array of animals and plants, making it a cherished resource for nature lovers. Summary by J. M. Smallheer.

Il podcast indaga il fenomeno, spaventoso e dilagante, delle cosiddette “baby gang” in Italia, cercando di raccontarlo attraverso differenti punti di vista: quello delle vittime e dei loro familiari, ma anche degli operatori che cercano di recuperare i giovani criminali, delle forze dell’ordine e degli psicologi che si occupano specificamente del problema. Un quadro corale, con testimonianze dirette provenienti da varie zone d'Italia, in grado di restituire l’ampiezza del fenomeno e le sue tante sfaccettature.

Presented by Gainesway. Baby Talk is a podcast that covers all things relevant to two-year-old racing in North America. We handicap races from across the continent. We also give updates on the freshman and sophomore sire standings as well as other pertinent information. With Peter Thomas Fornatale and Sean Tugel of Gainesway.

Moo Deng: The Remarkable Journey of a Pygmy Hippo to Internet Stardom In the dense forests and secluded swamps of West Africa, one of the planet’s most elusive creatures thrives in the shadows—often unknown to the majority of humanity. The pygmy hippo, though smaller and rarer than its larger river-dwelling cousin, is no less extraordinary. While the common hippopotamus dominates rivers and lakes across the African continent, the pygmy hippo has remained largely unseen, quietly navigating the understory of forests, moving through the water like a shadow at dusk. But on the distant shores ...

The Anthem Award winning BONUS BABIES podcast is the only one of its kind that features the compelling true-life hard-hitting stories of those with a lived foster care experience and the people who care for them––all via the unique 360* lens of a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer. Through raw first-hand accounts, BONUS BABIES reveals the daunting complexity of the foster care world while documenting the challenges, failures and successes of the system as well as the people and the agencies involved. The creator and host, Jayne Amelia Larson, is a CASA - a Court Appointed ...

Listen to our informative podcast to find out more about how to support patients experiencing infertility, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darf ein Fenster-Couvert ins Altpapier und ein Teebeutel in den Kompost? In welchen Glas-Container gehört eigentlich eine blaue Flasche? Und was macht man mit einem leeren Pizza-Karton? Mit diesem Podcast kannst du deine Recycling-Skills auf ein neues Level heben. Gleichzeitig erfährst du mehr über die neusten Entwicklungen im Bereich Recycling und Kreislaufwirtschaft: Wie viel Gold steckt eigentlich in einem Smartphone? Warum landen unsere alten Kleider in Afrika, statt dass wir sie in der Schweiz recyceln? Und wann bekommen wir endlich ein landesweites Plastik-Recycling? Die Hosts Andrea ...