The World Health Organization’s first global guidelines on childhood obesity call for supportive family routines, professional advice and care that prioritises wellbeing over weight alone. Childhood obesity is now a major global health issue, and the World Health Organization says…
Listening without judgement, respecting privacy and admitting mistakes can help mothers build the trust their teenage daughters need to speak openly. Adolescence often brings a sharper desire for privacy, stronger opinions and a growing need for independence, but it also…
French deputies have backed extending the country’s levy on sugary drinks to a wider range of packaged foods, with a progressive tax proposed from 2027. France is moving towards a broader tax on sugary packaged foods, with deputies in the…
Governments are tightening controls and platforms are paying billions over alleged harm to children, but bypasses, privacy risks and the benefits of online connection are complicating the case for blanket bans. Social media platforms are facing a growing financial and…
Coaches can help young athletes stay involved by rewarding progress, giving constructive feedback and allowing them to take greater ownership of their sport. Coaches can do more than teach drills and tactics.They can shape whether young athletes feel capable, valued…
A study of six-year-olds links loosely organised time with stronger self-directed thinking, while wider research suggests children need both independence and meaningful friendships. Many parents worry they must choose between filling a child’s calendar and leaving them to their own…
From newborns sleeping in short stretches to teenagers needing up to 10 hours, expert guidance sets out how much rest children need at every age. Sleep needs change as children grow, but one point remains constant: enough rest is essential…
A study of 362 parents suggests that making shared reading a consistent part of family life may encourage children aged one to six to explore books independently. Reading aloud can do more than fill the minutes before bed. For many…
A Jakarta workshop has urged primary teachers to look beyond classroom behaviour, identify pupils’ individual needs and work with counsellors before deciding how best to support them. Teachers in primary schools should look beyond what a child does in the…
The free Choose Sport service assesses more than 30 physical and cognitive indicators to help children aged six to 12 find disciplines suited to their abilities and interests. Moscow parents looking for a suitable sport for their children can use…
