How does your child discover the world? Accompanying early childhood development with the Pebbles app

Description:
Every child develops in their own way, and many factors can play a role in this process. In this study, we want to look at more than just one area; we want to gain a better understanding of children's development as a whole.

To investigate this, we are conducting an online study that you can take part in conveniently from home. You record your child's development with the Pebbles app. Every two weeks or so, you answer questions about whether or not your child has already reached certain developmental milestones. You can find more information about the Pebbles app here. Data protection is of course observed at all times; you can view the privacy policy here.

As a thank you for your participation, you have the chance to take part in various raffles. In addition, you will regularly receive exciting information about child development by e-mail so that you can learn even more about your own child's development.

Registration

Parents of children aged 6 to 18 months can register using the form below and download the Pebbles app. We will then contact you by email.

Parents of children outside this age range are welcome to use the Pebbles app without participating in the study.

Important note: To participate in the study, caregivers need to be able to read and understand German. The additional study questionnaires are administered in German. The Pebbles App itself can be used in English.

Methods:
- Questionnaire
- Pebbles app

Duration: Until the child's 4th birthday (2.5–3.5 years)
Number of appointments: Regular, independent use of the Pebbles app, short questionnaires sent out every six months
Age range (at the start of the study): 6–18 months
Study management (implementation): Flavia Pfister
Project management (supervisor): Dr. Lisa Wagner
Contact: pebbles-studie@uzh.ch