Nigerian officials and aid agencies warn that untreated trauma among displaced children from Boko Haram conflict has become an urgent priority, emphasising the need for integrated psychosocial care alongside ongoing military and reconstruction efforts. At a policy dialogue in Maiduguri…
Egypt’s National Nutrition Institute emphasizes the importance of routine and patience over supplements in addressing children’s food refusal, warning against over-reliance on appetite stimulants without proper assessment. Parents worried by a child who suddenly seems uninterested in food should not…
International health authorities emphasise that dietary supplements are not a quick fix for faltering growth in children. Instead, focus on routine, balanced eating, and expert assessment to address underlying issues and promote healthy development. Parents worried that a child is…
Health authorities in the UK and US are urging parents to start brushing infants’ teeth as early as six months to combat the rising prevalence of childhood cavities, emphasising practical routines and early dental visits. Parents are being told to…
Expert guidance reveals that understanding triggers, maintaining consistency and responding calmly are crucial in managing children’s tantrums , with recent insights emphasising prevention and sensitive post-meltdown conversations. Parents looking for a calm sentence to reach for in the middle of…
A growing statewide initiative in Utah is transforming after-school care for disadvantaged children, driven by community-funded programmes and high-profile concerts, with foundations led by former coach Ron McBride at the forefront of the expansion. Tooele County’s federally designated Title I…
New data from Hesse reveals a sharp increase in ADHD diagnoses among girls, highlighting evolving awareness and diagnostic practices for childhood mental health across Germany, and raising questions about the pandemic’s long-term impact. Children in Hesse are being diagnosed with…
Pakistan has renewed its Benazir Nashonuma Programme for three more years, aiming to build on early successes in reducing child stunting and malnutrition through integrated health, nutrition, and social protection efforts. Pakistan has moved its child nutrition drive into a…
US doctors’ organisations have unveiled a comprehensive autumn vaccine strategy, expanding protection for vulnerable children and prioritising early immunisation for adults and immunocompromised individuals amid ongoing respiratory virus concerns. US doctors’ groups have drawn up their own autumn respiratory-virus playbook,…
Experts recommend starting school preparations early, easing children into routines, and prioritising emotional and organisational support to ensure a smoother transition after summer holidays. Parents who try to drag a family straight from holiday mode into a full school timetable…
