New studies highlight how newborns’ immediate attraction to faces fosters vital social, emotional, and cognitive growth from the very first days of life, emphasising the power of simple face-to-face interactions over elaborate toys. From the first days of life, many…
Despite widespread awareness of its benefits, Nigeria struggles to support mothers in exclusive breastfeeding due to policy gaps, misinformation, and social pressures, risking its health and economic future. When Tolu Adekoya received a call from home during a work meeting,…
A decades-long New Zealand study reveals that self-control in early childhood significantly influences health, financial stability, and criminal records in adulthood, challenging assumptions that IQ and social background are the sole determinants of life success. A long-running New Zealand cohort…
PBS Kids unveils ‘The Day You Begin’, a special rooted in Jacqueline Woodson’s celebrated picture book, designed to support young children’s confidence and understanding during their first days at school, with a focus on inclusivity and authentic classroom experiences. PBS…
Despite its matrilineal traditions and community support, Meghalaya faces challenges in increasing exclusive breastfeeding, with health indicators highlighting the need for targeted interventions to improve child nutrition and maternal care. Meghalaya’s matrilineal traditions often invite an assumption that women and…
Recent advice suggests that structured, balanced meals and snacks rooted in nutritional diversity are preferable to perpetual grazing, redefining best practices for children’s eating habits. For years, many parents have been told that children need to graze through the day…
US Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr has urged parents to vaccinate their children against measles as the country faces its worst outbreak in decades, amid ongoing controversy over his messaging and vaccination policies. US Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy…
Somalia has launched new national rules on breast-milk substitutes during World Breastfeeding Week 2026, aiming to strengthen breastfeeding protections and curb formula marketing, amid ongoing efforts by WHO, UNICEF, and government agencies. Somalia has signed and launched new national rules…
Recent research reveals that boys and girls now enter kindergarten with similar maths skills, but gender disparities in reading persist. The debate over delaying boys’ school start raises questions about fairness and long-term impact, highlighting the need for early recognition…
A growing body of research underscores the value of integrating maths into daily routines for preschoolers, helping to foster confidence, curiosity, and foundational skills that set the stage for lifelong learning. In a Lewiston after-school programme, a 4-year-old sat counting…
