Understand your child’s development through milestones, expert insights and practical advice covering cognitive, emotional, social and physical growth.
A sudden escalation in a child’s behaviour after a parent enforces new limits is often a sign of progress, not failure. Experts explain how persistence during this phase can lead to long-term success in behaviour management. When a child’s behaviour…
As wildfires increase in frequency and severity worldwide, emerging studies reveal significant long-lasting psychological effects on children and adolescents. Experts call for integrated mental health support in disaster response to prevent lasting trauma. Wildfires and other major disasters are becoming…
As schools reopen, experts emphasise teaching children critical thinking and safety skills, alongside fostering routines and social inclusion to support their well-being and academic success. As another school year begins, the most valuable lesson may be the simplest one: children…
Children showing signs of anxiety often retreat rather than panic. Experts urge parents to recognise subtle behaviours like avoidance and to seek evidence-based support early, including therapy options like CBT and exposure therapy, to promote resilience and well-being. Anxiety in…
As climate change drives heatwaves and social media amplifies comparison, more people experience summer depression characterised by irritability, fatigue and mood drops, prompting calls for awareness and self-care strategies. Summer is often marketed as the season of freedom, beaches and…
While breastfeeding can foster closeness and wellbeing, many new mothers face emotional challenges that require tailored support, as research shows the importance of addressing mental health throughout the early parenting journey. Breastfeeding is often presented as a simple marker of…
As the new school year approaches, experts emphasise simple steps for families to ease children’s anxieties and foster confidence, from routines to open conversations and trial runs. As the new school year approaches, many families find the last days of…
A growing number of young Britons are disengaging from the labour market and education system, driven by health issues, economic pressures, and social factors, posing a threat to societal participation and wellbeing. Britain’s youth unemployment debate has shifted from the…
A recent study from UCSF reveals that late-night smartphone habits significantly impair adolescent sleep, prompting calls for open parental discussions over blunt bans as experts link device use to poorer sleep and wellbeing. A growing body of research suggests that…
Navigating the first days of primary school involves more than just uniforms and routines. Experts emphasise the importance of emotional support, practical preparation, and open communication to help children feel secure and build confidence during their transition into school life.…
Fengyuan Hospital in Taichung introduces AI-assisted bone-age reading to better evaluate children’s growth patterns, urging parents to move beyond simple assumptions about height and puberty. Parents increasingly concerned about children’s height are being urged not to rely on simple assumptions…
Turkmenistan advances its campaign to promote exclusive breastfeeding, tackling social, medical, and policy hurdles through enhanced public messaging, legal reforms, and community engagement, aiming to reverse declining rates and foster healthier futures for children. Turkmenistan has stepped up its efforts…
