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On The Brain Architects from the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University, we explore emerging science in early childhood development and strategies and policy solutions for supporting young children and their caregivers. We examine how the conditions where children live, grow, play, and learn shape their development, lifelong physical and mental health, and well-being. This includes a... more

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In this episode of the Brain Architects, Lindsey Burghardt, MD, MPH, FAAP, moderates a conversation with Joseph G. Allen, DSc, MPH, associate professor at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and director of Harvard’s Healthy Buildings Progr... more

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In this episode of The Brain Architects, Lindsey Burghardt, MD, MPH, FAAP, moderates a conversation with Alison Lee, MD, MS, and Joseph Allen, DSc, MPH, on how air quality during pregnancy and early childhood impacts lifelong health and development. ... more

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In this episode of the Brain Architects, Lindsey Burghardt, MD, MPH, FAAP, moderates a conversation with Michelle Kang, CEO of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), and Jennifer Vanos, PhD, Associate Professor in the S... more

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In this episode of the Brain Architects, Lindsey Burghardt, MD, MPH, FAAP, talks with Rebecca Spencer, PhD, a researcher on the science of sleep, about why sleep is so essential during early childhood. From brain architecture and emotional regulation... more

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Dr. Joseph Allen
Associate Professor at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Director of Harvard's Healthy Buildings Program
Harvard University
Episode: How Air Quality Affects Early Childhood Development and Health
Dr. Allison Lee
Associate Professor of Medicine, specializing in pulmonology and childhood health
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Episode: How Air Quality Affects Early Childhood Development and Health
Michelle Kang
Chief Executive Officer of the National Association for the Education of Young Children
National Association for the Education of Young Children
Episode: Addressing the Impact of Extreme Heat on Young Children
Dr. Jennifer Venas
Associate Professor in the School of Sustainability and the College of Global Futures
Arizona State University
Episode: Addressing the Impact of Extreme Heat on Young Children
Dr. Rebecca Spencer
Professor of cognitive neuroscience in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Episode: Why Sleep Matters in Early Childhood Development
Dr. Lindsay Burkhart
Chief Science Officer at the Center on the Developing Child
Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University
Episode: Why Sleep Matters in Early Childhood Development
Dana Ennis
Executive Director of the Urban Conservancy, focused on environmental stewardship and community engagement
Urban Conservancy
Episode: Solutions Spotlight: How Communities Are Leading Efforts to Ensure Clean Water Access
Dr. Kealoha Fox
Deputy Director of the Office of Climate Change, Sustainability and Resiliency in Honolulu, with a focus on indigenous health and climate policy
City and County of Honolulu
Episode: Solutions Spotlight: How Communities Are Leading Efforts to Ensure Clean Water Access
Dr. Jack Shonkoff
Professor of Child Health and Development and Director of the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University
Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University
Episode: Laying the Foundation

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Sally Fitzer
Host of The Brain Architects, focusing on early childhood development and the policy implications for supporting children and caregivers.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 145 ratings
  • High-quality, evidence-based, practical and wise

    As a child psychologist and researcher, I’m incredibly grateful for this podcast from Harvard’s Center on the Developing Child. I often recommend the podcast to parents and assign it to students in my classes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jessie Stern
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantástico

    👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gabzn
    Brazil5 years ago
  • Great podcast

    This podcast is fantastic, thank you for carrying on with episodes during COVID-19 and making them so topical. You discuss complex issues regarding a child’s brain development in an accessible way. I’ve found it particularly valuable when you’ve addressed the ways in which a community can support children and parents.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joing
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Thank you for this COVID 19 edition

    I work with families and children. A lot of the services these families had access to have stopped and many families are stressed, vulnerable to lack of stability and pressures. This provides me with knowledge and information I can use to benefit families. Very critical information. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PolishRoots
    Canada5 years ago
  • Traduction

    Bonjour Céline

    comment avez vous fait pour l’écouter en français ? merci .Cordialement

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Myriam Cassen
    France5 years ago

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Many commend the accessibility and relevance of the discussions, especially during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Feedback indicates that it is widely considered essential listening for those involved in child development and parenting.
Listeners appreciate the high-quality, evidence-based content and practical insights provided for parents and educators.

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Why Sleep Matters in Early Childhood Development
Q: How does sleep translate to sleep differences in infants and little babies?
Everything is brand new to a young infant, which results in a high amount of information intake and consequently a high sleep need as they build the scaffold for concepts.
Why Sleep Matters in Early Childhood Development
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about yourself, your role, and what kind of work you do around sleep?
I am a professor of psychological and brain sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, trained as a neuroscientist, and I stumbled into the field of sleep, following scientific questions in this domain.
A New Lens on Poverty: Working Towards Fairness of Place in the United States
Q: Can you talk about how you became involved in the water crisis in Flint?
I got involved as a practicing pediatrician in Flint to do the research, to uncover what was happening to our kids, and really since then have been on this path to recovery.
Extreme Heat & Early Childhood Development: A Discussion on Rising Temperatures and Strategies for Supporting Development and Lifelong Health
Q: What are some simple steps we can take to mitigate the impacts of heat in early care and education settings?
Creating shaded areas, using fans with ice, ensuring hydration, and introducing more greenspaces are practical solutions that can help protect children from heat stress.
Extreme Heat & Early Childhood Development: A Discussion on Rising Temperatures and Strategies for Supporting Development and Lifelong Health
Q: Can you explain what extreme heat can do to pregnant women and their babies?
Heat waves significantly impact pregnant women, potentially leading to premature birth and health complications for both the mother and child, especially if they lack access to cooling strategies.

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Focused on early childhood development, the content emphasizes the science behind brain development and the importance of the environments in which children grow up. Discussions often highlight the disparities affecting access to vital resources such as clean water, supportive relationships, and safe housing; and how these disparities can influence child development outcomes. Notable topics include toxic stress, the significance of responsive relationships, and the role of community and policies in creating equitable opportunities for all children. The presence of expert guests from various fields brings a rich diversity of perspectives, making conversations practical and applicable for parents, educators, and policymakers.

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1. Dr. Joseph Allen
2. Dr. Allison Lee
3. Michelle Kang
4. Dr. Jennifer Venas
5. Dr. Rebecca Spencer
6. Dr. Lindsay Burkhart
7. Dana Ennis
8. Dr. Kealoha Fox

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