Serve and Return: Build Your Child's Brain Through Interactions
Podcast posted by
Movida Heights
on April 23, 2026
One of the easiest ways to support your young child’s development? Everyday
back-and-forth interactions. In this episode, Rachel and Claire explain “serve
and return,” why it matters, and how to do it – even with newborns.
Plus, tips like using parentese to build language and connection. No apps, no
flashcards, just you and your child.
About the Author
Movida Heights
Movida Heights
In 1986, our founders saw that child care was an enormous obstacle for working
parents. On-site centers became one way we responded to help employees – and
organizations -- work better.
Today we offer child care, elder care, and help for education and careers -- tools
used by more than 1,000 of the world’s top employers and that power many of the
world's best brands