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Getting your children to participate in sports and activities is a fundamental part of their wellbeing. Not only is the exercise good for their health, but the camaraderie of sport helps children to develop their relationship wellness. So…

When you walk your children down to the bus stop to get to school, you assume they’ll be safe on the ride there. School bus accidents are not terribly common, but they do happen. If your child has been involved in a bus accident on the way…

Cancer is an issue which affects millions of families every year, but it can be hard to discuss with those you love. Being the child of a parent receiving a cancer diagnosis is difficult and scary, so it’s important that they know the facts…

In recent news, the world was rocked by the distressing shootings that happened in a US primary school. This kind of traumatic event is sadly all-too common these days, and can have a devastating impact on families whose lives are ripped…

A shocking new report in the news this week has indicated that the mental wellness and wellbeing of child patients is being put at extreme risk due to lack of appropriate facilities. The report shows that an ever-increasing number of…

In the minds of many people, “dentist” and “orthodontist” are synonymous. However, this isn't the case. A dentist focuses primarily on oral hygiene and health, treating and preventing problems with the mouth before they can occur. An…

One thing to do when a child is injured is call 911. The child can also be rushed to the nearest hospital if the adult believes that the child’s condition won’t deteriorate. The adult can also call the child’s pediatrician and ask what can…

There can be few things that are more fundamentally distressing to us than the death of a child. We hate the idea of a child dying before its parents – there is something deeply sad and moving, and it something that it can be difficult to…

Autism in one child can affect family wellness in a big way, and in order to lessen the wellness effects as much as possible, it is paramount that Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is diagnosed as early as possible. With a quick diagnosis,…

According to Public Health Minister Anna Soubry, in years gone by the poor children at school were the ‘skinny runts’, but now the wellbeing scales have tipped the other way. Soubry says that the deprived kids are now the fattest, in light…

If your child is ill, your first port of call is your local GP. You put all your trust in your doctor’s diagnosis and ensure your child uses their medication as prescribed, safe in the knowledge this will make them better. But…

If your child develops a cough or starts wheezing, they could be among the 10 percent of children in Europe to have developed asthma. It is important as a parent to spot the signs of the condition and ensure that your child gets a quick…

A child living with a chronic medical condition such as asthma will often be teased or bullied. Now researchers have revealed some of the factors that explain why such bullying occurs. The UK study involved almost 1,000 children aged…

In the UK, around 1.1 million children have asthma. This chronic condition affects the airways, the tubes that take air to and from the lungs, and causes inflammation that leads to breathing problems. Common symptoms of asthma are…

A specific gene may be the key to treating children with asthma more effectively. For some children, the common inhaler medicines prescribed for the condition do not help to relieve their symptoms. Researchers from Brighton & Sussex…

It is vitally important to make sure that your child's health is regularly checked. Finding heath problems before they escalate will make them much easier to treat. When children start school, they need to be vaccinated and they will also…

There are various reasons to talk to your child about sex, most importantly to help them develop a healthy outlook on the matter so that they can grow up being able to communicate openly on the subject when they’re older. Many parents fear…

At some stage or another, your child will start asking questions about sex and they’ll want answers. There’s never a bad time to start broaching the subject of sex so now’s as good a time as any to start educating your child on the body,…

Learning through play is just as important for your child as maths or the alphabet, as experts say that this improves their socialising skills, which, as an added bonus, is great for family wellness. The skills that your child learns…

Could the type of oven you use be putting your child’s health at risk? The long held belief that gas cooking is linked to asthma and other allergic conditions has been disproved by a new study. It was once thought that a child who…

Fast food may be a convenient way of dining, but too much of it could cause your children to develop asthma and eczema. For most people a trip to the local fast food restaurant is a rare treat, but those who sit down to a meal of…

Allowing your child to become overweight could have serious health implications on their long-term health, not least of all their lung function. As a parent, controlling your child’s diet and ensuring they eat a healthy balanced diet…

If your child is diagnosed with asthma, you put all your trust in the medication designed to help them breathe more easily. But your child could be one of potentially thousands who have a genetic mutation which renders one type of drug…

Energy from household appliances, electronic devices, cars and power lines could be responsible for an increase in the number of cases of asthma in children. A study into the effects of electromagnetic fields (EMFs) showed that the…

Many children go through a phase of struggling with the mental/emotional aspects of separation. Often referred to as separation anxiety, this can occur at any age and can also affect their wellness and wellbeing at recurring stages…

If you’re Jewish, and take the step of having your baby circumcised, his wellbeing may be in jeopardy. According to recent reports, the Jewish circumcision ritual ‘metzitzah b’peh’, which is a method in which a mohel places his mouth…

You may feel that your child’s mental wellness and wellbeing is really nothing to do with their school or education, and is an issue for psychological professionals (if it’s an issue at all). In truth, a school often has to step into the…

Going through a divorce can upend your world. If children are in the picture, then there is even more potential stress and emotional upheaval added to the situation. The most important thing you can do is let the children know they are…

According to many wellness experts, watching too much TV can negatively affect the wellbeing of your children and adolescents as it can lead to violent or aggressive behaviour, obesity, and decreased school performance. However, as TV is…

Many believe arthritis is a condition that affects the older generation, that you have to be in your later years to experience the effects of swollen and painful joints. But there is a type of arthritis that can strike well before a…