Child Wellness

The sex talk can really affect family wellness, so how do you do it in a healthy and positive way? We spoke to sexual health and wellness expert Debra W Haffner, author of Beyond the Big Talk: Every Parent's Guide to Raising…

Social media networks have created a whole new area in terms of personal connectivity. We can keep in touch with people across the world at the touch of a button. What would have once taken months now takes a second if not less. A letter…

A new study has shown that when parents act more positive with one child over another, or act differently in any way, it can greatly affect the children in the family, not just the child receiving negative feedback. The research also found…

Helping your child succeed at school is a big part of family wellness, but you may be going about things the wrong way. While helping with homework and meeting with teachers can help your children academically, you’re better off starting…

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 our older children tell us we're being over-controlling, we may be increasing their chances of getting depression if we don't back off, say experts in mental health. A project by the University of Mary Washington indicates that we…

If you’ve got a family, then you will already know how important it is for their wellness and wellbeing that you manage to keep them active. With so many sedentary passtimes for kids these days, from TV shows to games on tablets, it can be…

MPs have been involved in an overwhelming show of support for a ban on smoking in cars carrying children, according to recent headlines. The media is basing the news on the passing of an amendment to the Children and Families Bill in the…

Helicopter parenting is a term coined for the type of parents who constantly ‘hover’ over their children, controlling their movements and watching them at all times. It is associated with an over-involved, overbearing kind of parent, and…

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…

When you’re a new mother, family wellness can be a minefield to navigate, especially when it comes to your baby’s health. A study has revealed that the average new mum makes 16 trips to the doctors in their child’s first year, with many…

Every Facebook user knows someone who posts a picture of their child or newborn baby as a profile picture. What starts as an innocent attempt to share love for one’s family with close friends can end in an act of high visibility when you…

Surprisingly, joint pain and arthritis is a common condition amongst children – from falling over more to twisting an ankle when playing, children tend to suffer injuries more regularly than adults. When a child injures themselves though,…

Acupuncture has been shown to be beneficial in a broad variety of ways and various doctors have actually started to recommend it. It’s a favoured alternative treatment for arthritis and other, similar conditions in which patients suffer…

Bullying is destructive and hurtful no matter the age of the victim. From young children on the playground to adults in the boardroom, bullying causes low self-esteem, depression, poor performance and a whole host of other issues.   The…

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…

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…

A food manifesto is needed for Britain’s under fives to tackle the twin problems of obesity and malnutrition. A new report from the founder of a leading baby food company wants politicians and the food industry to collaborate on a project…

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,…

As parents we are keen to help our children do well academically, and now the government believes some young people may do better at school if their carers have parenting lessons. This applies more if we have large families, or experience…

Mosquito control can be difficult to deal with, especially if you need to steer clear of techniques that are harmful for children and pets. Fortunately, there are many different methods that you can utilize to vanquish mosquitoes from your…

Swollen gums, discomfort and crying can often accompany infants who are going through the teething process. While over-the-counter drugs can prove helpful, they can carry FDA warnings and unhealthy side effects with them. The following are…

Family wellness is more than just a matter of eating well, exercising and spending time together; moral wellness, and a strong sense of emotional wellbeing, are also important to pass on to your child, especially when disaster hits. But…

Family wellness doesn’t just involve looking out for your child’s wellbeing now, but securing their future wellness too. However, everyone certainly knows that times are tough right now, so how do you go about putting money away for a rainy…

You want your teenager to have a fun prom night, but this can be a time when their wellness is really at risk. After-prom parties pose such threats to your child’s wellbeing as underage drinking, drugs, sex, and the possibility of drinking…

How well dinnertime goes can mean all the difference to family wellness, but when your child is full or claims not to like something on the plate in front of him or her, what should you do? According to a new survey, nearly nine out of 10…

Recent research has shown that parents who push their children into doing things may be damaging their self-esteem and wellbeing. This type of parenting is often referred to by the modern term ‘helicopter parenting’ in a reflection of the…

Separation or divorce may be difficult enough for a couple, but for children it can be incredibly troubling. Almost all children whose parents are separating experience feelings of anxiety, fear, loss, anger and confusion. However, children…