The health ministry’s 16th national campaign will promote exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months and strengthen support for mothers, hospitals and communities. Morocco’s Ministry of Health and Social Protection has launched the 16th national campaign to promote breastfeeding, running…
A University of Queensland analysis estimates measles cases among children under five rose by 40% between 2019 and 2023 as pandemic disruption left millions without routine vaccination. A new University of Queensland analysis suggests that childhood measles immunisation has slipped…
A study in two Dodoma clinics found iron deficiency anaemia in 11.58% of preterm infants aged three to six months, with severe maternal anaemia, very low birth weight, multiple gestation and lack of iron supplementation among the strongest associated factors.…
Soft, mildly sweet and made without flour, eggs or butter, these quick apple and oat bars offer a low-fuss snack for toddlers, lunchboxes and busy mornings. For parents looking for a quick snack that feels homemade without turning the kitchen…
An 18-year study found that children who received extra support with language, emotions and relationships in preschool reported greater life satisfaction and fewer depressive symptoms in their early twenties. A preschool programme that teaches children how to make friends, manage…
A debate in Luso has highlighted the crucial role of families, GPs and Portugal’s 24-hour 1411 helpline in recognising suicidal distress before it becomes a crisis. The message coming out of recent suicide behaviour conferences in Luso is stark: prevention…
Interviews with autistic children and parents suggest anxiety is woven through daily life, with trusted adults and sensory-aware support key to helping families cope. Autistic children with anxiety often experience it as a constant, shifting pressure rather than a single,…
Interviews with autistic children and parents suggest anxiety is woven into daily routines, relationships and feelings of safety, highlighting the need for trusted, autism-aware support. Anxiety can shape daily life for autistic children in ways that are often hard for…
New rules taking effect in September 2026 will require Polish schools to serve a plant-based lunch each week, limit processed food and cut sugar, salt and fat. Children at one primary school in Rzeszów have offered a first glimpse of…
A study of Houston high school students found that those facing both food insecurity and commercial sexual exploitation exposure were less likely to say they would turn to parents or trusted adults for help. A study of Houston high school…
