President Donald Trump has signed an executive order proposing significant changes to the federal childhood vaccine schedule, sparking controversy by reviving unsubstantiated claims linking vaccines to autism amidst rising measles cases and ongoing scientific consensus. President Donald Trump has revived…
Despite overlapping behaviours in noisy or intense settings, highly sensitive persons and autistic individuals differ fundamentally in origins, traits and support needs , a crucial distinction for accurate understanding and effective support. People who are described as highly sensitive and…
Recent research highlights how sensory sensitivities and emotional stressors, rather than defiance, often block children’s ability to settle at night, prompting a shift towards personalised, trauma-informed bedtime routines. Children who battle to settle at night are not necessarily being defiant;…
Newborns’ rapid feeding patterns, often mistaken for hunger, are typical parts of early development. Experts emphasise responsive feeding and monitoring signs of adequate intake to ensure healthy growth. A 4-day-old baby who seems hungry again soon after a feed is…
A new White House executive order aims to realign US childhood vaccine recommendations with international standards, but experts warn it could deepen confusion and impact vaccine confidence amid ongoing debates over safety and parental authority. As families prepare for the…
Meri Remes warns of the resurgence of online thinness trends that risk exacerbating body hatred and eating disorders in children, as research links social media exposure to worsening body dissatisfaction. Meri Remes says she lost much of her youth to…
Emerging research highlights how movement-based play not only energises children but also strengthens their attention, memory, and self-regulation, providing a critical foundation for lifelong learning. Children who seem restless, fidgety or full of energy are often doing more than burning…
A shift in parental approach towards calm and curiosity can foster open conversations with teenagers, amid the natural quest for independence and privacy. Experts emphasise self-regulation and patience as crucial steps in strengthening parent-teen communication. Many parents know the moment:…
Donald Trump has announced a review of the US childhood vaccination schedule, proposing fewer vaccines for children and aligning US practices with other developed nations, sparking controversy over immunisation policies. Donald Trump has ordered a further review of the United…
Doctors at Hanoi’s Bach Mai Hospital warn of a sharp increase in mental health disorders among teenagers, highlighting the urgent need for early detection and support amid escalating pressures during school holidays. Doctors at Bach Mai Hospital in Hanoi are…
