A study from Birkbeck, University of London reveals that varied and mindful movement practices, such as yoga and tai chi, may support cognitive health across adulthood, beyond just the quantity of exercise. A new study suggests that when it comes…
A Chinese study highlights how mindful parenting enhances preschool children’s social competence by improving emotion regulation and fostering close parent-child relationships, with implications for family programmes worldwide. Mindful parenting may help preschool children develop stronger peer social skills, according to…
As families prepare for the new school year, gradual adjustments to sleep schedules and environment can help children and adults wake up rested and ready, amidst changing bedtimes and morning routines. As the school year approaches, many households find that…
New research highlights how sensory toys and materials are transforming autism evaluations, offering deeper insights into children’s communication, attention, and self-regulation beyond traditional checklists. Sensory toys are playing a growing role in autism assessments, offering clinicians a fuller picture of…
Innovative use of sensory toys in autism evaluations offers clinicians deeper insights into children’s behaviours, potentially transforming diagnosis and support strategies. Sensory toys are increasingly being used to give clinicians a fuller picture of autistic children than standard checklists alone…
A brief, game-based number-line exercise enhances young children’s estimation accuracy and early maths scores, offering a scalable tool to support numerical development in preschool settings, according to a recent study. A brief, game-based number-line training task helped preschool children improve…
Indonesia has granted marketing authorization for Bio-RV, a neonatal rotavirus vaccine resulting from a partnership between PT Bio Farma and the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, potentially enhancing early protection for infants against severe diarrhoea. Indonesia has granted marketing authorisation for…
Emerging studies highlight the risks of added sugar in children under two, with experts urging parents to focus on minimally processed foods and natural sweetness to support lifelong well-being. Doctors and nutrition researchers are increasingly warning that added sugar has…
A new weekly home-cooking plan centred on seasonal produce offers a practical way to diversify, balance, and reduce waste, blending Greek household traditions with modern nutritional insights and structured meal rhythms. A weekly home-cooking plan built around seasonal produce is…
Research in South Korea reveals that a supportive peer environment focused on effort and cooperation significantly boosts moderate-to-vigorous physical activity among middle school pupils, highlighting the importance of relationships in promoting healthier habits. A study of middle school pupils in…
