A new approach to summer highlights the importance of intentional rhythms, spiritual purpose, and personalised routines to support children’s wellbeing and growth without over-scheduling or idleness. Summer can be a relief for families, but it also brings a familiar pressure:…
Investment in early childhood education and family engagement is crucial to prevent lifelong struggles with functional illiteracy, a hidden barrier to human and societal development. Functional illiteracy is often misunderstood as a simple lack of schooling, but the concept is…
Nepal’s exclusive breastfeeding rate has fallen sharply below global targets, exposing systemic gaps in health services, workplace support, and family assistance that threaten maternal and infant health outcomes. Nepal’s rate of exclusive breastfeeding for infants under six months has fallen…
Emerging research highlights that plain dairy products and breastfeeding have protective effects on dental health, but added sugars and prolonged feeding may increase caries risk. Unsweetened plant-based drinks pose varied effects, underscoring the importance of oral hygiene. Milk, breastfeeding and…
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. calls for renewed focus on childhood immunisation amidst rising measles outbreaks across the United States, where vaccination coverage has fallen and cases reach a 35-year high. Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s on-air endorsement of measles vaccination on…
Research from Harvard, Cornell, and Berkeley highlights how nurturing children’s natural curiosity through questions can boost deep learning, problem-solving, and confidence, transforming classrooms and playtime into gateways for discovery. Children are often at their most intelligent when they are asking…
As Jordan observes World Breastfeeding Week, health officials underscore the importance of early feeding practices to improve infant survival and maternal health, amid concerning figures on exclusive breastfeeding and hospital practices. Jordan marked World Breastfeeding Week at the start of…
Simple, cost-effective indoor activities rooted in nature can transform children’s hands-on learning and creativity, even in urban homes with limited outdoor contact. Bringing nature indoors can be a simple way to give children hands-on learning, especially for families living in…
German paediatric specialists emphasise the need for structured support and supplementation to prevent nutrient deficiencies in children following vegetarian or vegan diets, as plant-based eating becomes increasingly popular among the young. German paediatric specialists have updated their advice on vegetarian…
At Norway Cup, concerns over adults’ conduct overshadow the matches, emphasising the crucial role of adult role models in fostering genuine fair play among young players. At Norway Cup, one of the world’s largest youth football tournaments, the most important…
