Kano State reports 32,000 confirmed diphtheria cases and more than 1,800 deaths since December 2022, exposing critical vaccination gaps as authorities ramp up response efforts across the region. Kano State has recorded 32,000 confirmed diphtheria cases since the outbreak began…
Despite being common, dyslexia remains misunderstood, with early signs often overlooked or mistaken, underscoring the importance of early assessment and intervention to optimise reading success. Dyslexia is one of the most common reasons children struggle with reading, yet it is…
New insights reveal that the benefits and risks of daycare are intricately tied to care quality, child age, and individual circumstances, urging parents to focus on fit rather than hours alone. As summer ends and the school routine returns, many…
Observing children’s polite language, patience, helpfulness, and emotional regulation in public offers insights into early signs of social understanding, with subtle acts highlighting parent influence and childhood growth. Parents rarely miss the small social signals children send in public. At…
Parents of children with sensory sensitivities are increasingly turning to personalised strategies, routines, and sensory tools to help children navigate everyday outings more safely and confidently, highlighting a shift towards inclusive participation. Parents of children with sensory challenges often know…
Child-feeding experts caution against the traditional ‘clean plate’ rule, highlighting how pressure can impair children’s ability to regulate hunger and lead to less enjoyable mealtimes and potential weight issues, advocating instead for a trust-based approach to eating. Pressuring a child…
A recent study suggests that infants who participate in swimming before six months may have improved cognitive abilities at preschool age, though safety remains paramount amid ongoing research into developmental benefits. A new study published in Scientific Reports suggests that…
A paediatrician in Lagos highlights the dangers of high free sugar intake among children, linking it to obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and dental problems, and calls for improved dietary habits in families and schools. A Lagos paediatrician has warned that…
Classroom adjustments such as clearer instructions and visual support can significantly aid pupils with developmental language disorder, highlighting the need for inclusive teaching practices that benefit all students. Children with developmental language disorder can look attentive in class and still…
New co-parenting apps offer centralised platforms for managing school schedules, handovers, and household logistics, aiming to reduce stress and improve coordination for separated parents and children. When a child splits time between two homes, the hardest moments are often the…
