As children gear up to start school, experts emphasise the importance of early preparation, fostering independence, communication and routines to make the transition smoother and less daunting for young learners. Starting school is one of the biggest changes in a…
As Denmark launches a new initiative to improve leisure and after-school activities, the government plans a significant investment to foster children’s well-being, with some parties cautiously questioning the funding and scope of the programme. As the new school year begins…
The broadening understanding of autism highlights its diverse presentations, raising questions about whether it is one condition or a constellation of varied developmental profiles traditionally grouped under a single label. The surge of people wondering aloud whether they are autistic…
A growing trend in holiday cooking emphasises simple, familiar, and portable dishes to engage kids and ease the festive feast preparation, blending traditional flavours with playful presentation. Thanksgiving often ends with the same quiet standoff: one table full of carefully…
Expert advice suggests that focusing on everyday routines, self-help skills, and emotional reassurance can make the transition to kindergarten smoother for children and their families, moving beyond traditional literacy drills. The weeks before a child starts kindergarten can feel deceptively…
Health agencies highlight that cannabis, particularly with high THC levels, can impair memory, learning, and mental health, with risks amplified for young users and those with a family history of psychosis. Cannabis can alter the brain in ways that reach…
Experts highlight the importance of the first 1,000 days of life, from conception to age two, as a vital window to prevent anaemia and support brain development through targeted nutrition and improved sanitation. The first 1,000 days of life, from…
Emerging research highlights that structured rough-and-tumble play, when conducted within trustful relationships, enhances children’s physical coordination, problem-solving skills, and emotional resilience, challenging the dismissive view of such activities. Rough-and-tumble play is often dismissed as little more than noisy horseplay, but…
A new study suggests that children in Italy who start using social media at age 11 or 12 tend to perform worse in reading and maths by secondary school, raising concerns about digital media’s impact on learning. A new Italian…
With over 800,000 open referrals for ADHD assessments by March 2026, families are navigating long waits, postcode disparities, and the importance of early support ahead of formal diagnosis. Parents waiting for an ADHD assessment for their child are often caught…
