As children encounter distressing news more frequently through screens, iconic programmes like Sesame Street and Arthur have demonstrated the importance of honest reassurance and age-appropriate support to help them process fear and grief. Children cannot be kept entirely away from…
A new parenting approach dubbed ‘gummy bear mom’ is gaining popularity on TikTok in 2026, promoting relaxed mealtime habits that resist food restrictions and emphasise normalising treats for healthier child relationships with food. A new parenting label is gaining traction…
A new initiative in Florida highlights how introducing books during baby visits can foster responsive interactions, enhance relational health, and instill lifelong literacy habits from the earliest stages of life. A well-child visit in Florida recently showed how early shared…
A subsidised sports camp programme at Camp Adair in Auckland aims to make outdoor experiences accessible and empowering for all young people, emphasising teamwork, confidence, and new sports beyond traditional competition. Hundreds of Auckland students are spending September away from…
A pioneering study using portable MRI scans reveals that anaemia during pregnancy can cause measurable and widening brain volume differences in infants by age two, highlighting the importance of maternal nutrition and innovative imaging solutions in vulnerable populations. A study…
A recent study uncovers four previously unreported genes associated with isolated short stature, highlighting the intricate biological pathways involved and suggesting potential for improved genetic testing strategies. A study in the World Journal of Pediatrics has added four previously unreported…
A comprehensive study of over 6,000 Chinese teenagers reveals that problematic internet use manifests in multiple patterns, each with distinct mental health implications, urging tailored support strategies. A new study of more than 6,000 Chinese adolescents suggests that problematic internet…
Despite rapid growth, Australia’s childcare expansion is accompanied by high staff turnover, management changes, and low wages, raising concerns over quality and safety, experts warn. Australia’s childcare system is expanding fast, but a new analysis from Victoria University’s Mitchell Institute…
A study reveals a 74% surge in emergency visits related to youth suicide amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, exposing gaps in hospital preparedness and calling for targeted improvements in paediatric mental health services. Children’s emergency department visits for suicide-related crises rose…
A University of Minnesota-led study highlights the potential of real-life mentoring relationships to improve teenagers’ physical activity and mental well-being, offering a promising approach amidst post-pandemic challenges. A University of Minnesota-led study suggests that mentoring may help teenagers build healthier…
