Understand your child’s development through milestones, expert insights and practical advice covering cognitive, emotional, social and physical growth.
A Finnish longitudinal study finds that children who engage in active thinking during screen time may perform better on cognitive tests in adolescence, challenging the notion that all screen use is harmful. A Finnish study is challenging the assumption that…
A recent study explores how brain electrical patterns in young children with language difficulties vary with cognitive tasks, but finds no definitive neural biomarkers, highlighting the need for larger research. A new Frontiers in Neuroscience study suggests that preschool children…
The Department of Health and Human Services unveils a new advisory aimed at helping parents, schools, and policymakers reduce children’s risks from excessive screen use, linking early exposure to developmental, behavioural, and mental health issues. Stephanie Haridopolos says the Trump…
Expert guidance highlights the importance of lowering emotional temperature through routine, calm environment, and mindful activities, with digital tools used cautiously to support highly sensitive children before crises occur. Children who are highly sensitive often need help long before a…
As children spend more time engaging with online platforms and AI tools, experts advocate for routine, open conversations, clear rules, and digital literacy to safeguard against a widening array of online dangers. Parents are being urged to treat online safety…
Experts reveal fresh approaches for parents to manage emotional drop-offs at daycare, emphasising routines, reassurance, and confidence to lessen morning distress for children and parents alike. For many parents, the hardest part of the morning is not the traffic or…
A trending ADHD self-test on TikTok is raising concerns among doctors who warn that relying on quick online quizzes can lead to misdiagnosis, risking harm for children and adults alike amid ongoing debates over accuracy and broadened diagnostic criteria. A…
Morocco’s early retail promotion of school supplies sparks debate over its psychological impact on children, with experts warning it can disrupt holiday rest and increase anxiety. Morocco’s stationery shops and supermarkets are already filling their shelves with school bags, exercise…
Research from Italy reveals that children who open their first social media account in early secondary school tend to perform worse in school than those who wait until later adolescence, highlighting potential academic risks associated with early digital engagement. A…
A growing body of research reveals that girls face intense, multifaceted pressures related to academics, appearance, and social acceptance, risking their emotional well-being and self-esteem. Girls often appear to be handling school well, but a closer look suggests many are…
As PSLE approaches, experts stress the importance of understanding and managing children’s stress beyond academic preparation, urging parents to listen, observe, and provide emotional support to safeguard their child’s well-being amid exam pressures. As Primary School Leaving Examination season approaches,…
Sonny’s move from immobility to crawling turns household chaos into a vigilant game of baby-proofing, marking a pivotal point in both his growth and family life. Sonny has reached a new and slightly alarming milestone: he can now crawl forward.…
