New Taipei City’s Education Bureau introduces free weekend parent-child STEAM workshops this autumn, aiming to deepen family involvement in hands-on interdisciplinary learning and boost confidence among young girls in science and technology. New Taipei City’s Education Bureau is rolling out…
Psychological specialist Khalid Raghadan emphasises the importance of recognising and addressing warning signs early to protect individual wellbeing and family stability, highlighting the evolving understanding of mental health management. Psychological specialist Khalid Raghadan says early support can make the difference…
A new approach to tackling teenage peer pressure emphasises honest conversations, practising refusal skills, and broadening young people’s social worlds to foster resilience against risky influences. Teen peer pressure is often less about a dramatic dare than a quiet fear…
New research from Action on Salt & Sugar uncovers persistent high sugar levels in children’s yoghurts, highlighting uneven progress and calls for stricter regulations to protect young consumers. Children’s yoghurts still contain far more sugar than many parents might expect,…
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County launches Sports Buddies, a free programme pairing children with adult mentors via group sports activities to foster trust, confidence, and positive outcomes. Sports can do more than keep children moving. For some families,…
New Mexico’s pioneering free child-care initiative, launched in November 2025, offers significant savings for families but struggles with provider shortages and budget overruns as demand grows, raising questions about sustainable universal access. New Mexico’s free child-care programme is already changing…
The US state of Wisconsin reports 214 measles cases this year, driven by a significant outbreak in the south-west, with health officials warning of the risks posed by unvaccinated populations amid a nationwide rise in cases. Wisconsin has confirmed 214…
As the season shifts, experts recommend simple ingredient swaps like Greek yoghurt and applesauce to make beloved comfort dishes healthier without sacrificing flavour, helping families enjoy autumn’s cosy meals with long-term health benefits. As autumn settles in and temperatures begin…
New real-world evidence from Europe indicates a sharp rise in prescribing GLP-1 receptor agonists to children and young adults with type 2 diabetes, with significant improvements in weight, blood sugar, and blood pressure outcomes, highlighting evolving paediatric treatment practices. New…
Understanding the varied causes of reading difficulties, experts emphasise the importance of early support and professional assessment to help children succeed academically. Learning to read is one of the first major milestones in a child’s education, and it remains central…
