Stressed Travelling with Valuables
Public transport during peak hours can be intense and noisy. Due to this, more than two-thirds (68%) of Brits feel overwhelmed and stressed travelling with expensive items. Stressed travelling leads to forgetfulness Heightened stress while travelling can cause distraction and forgetfulness. Over one in five (21%) have lost the same item twice on public transport.
Pushchair safety tips for winter walks with your baby
As winter approaches, ensuring your pushchair is safe and ready for the colder months is essential. From icy paths to dark evenings, winter brings unique challenges for parents. Kirsty Carroll, Showroom Manager at Kiddies Kingdom, shares expert tips to keep your little one safe on winter walks. Keep baby warm without overheating Getting outside in
How Weight Loss Medications Can Affect Reproductive Health
In recent months, the efficacy of contraception for people taking weight loss medications has been questioned, as several women claim to have gotten pregnant despite using oral contraceptives. Despite the lack of evidence on whether the drug can interfere with some birth control methods, the conversation on how they might affect other aspects of female
Kunda “Emotions Song” for Children’s Mental Health 2025
Kunda Kids, the London-based, award-winning children’s EdTech, media, and publishing company, has launched a brand-new Emotions Song on its YouTube channel, Kunda & Friends, in celebration of Children’s Mental Health Week 2025. Kunda helping kids express their emotions Designed to help preschoolers understand and express their emotions, the song provides a fun, engaging way to
Manage smartphone use. Link to childhood myopia
Parents urged to manage smartphone use. Last year, the Channel 4 documentary Swiped revealed some eye-opening truths about the impact of smartphone use on children. Over 53% of the participating kids in the featured University of York study suffered from poor sleep quality because they were used to sleeping beside their phones. Another 17% spent
Online Sextortion: Childline Research
Recent findings from Childline highlight a concerning trend: boys are more susceptible to online sextortion scams. Between April and December 2024, the service conducted over 500 counselling sessions related to sexual extortion, with nearly two-thirds of these sessions involving male victims. Understanding Online Sextortion Online sextortion involves perpetrators coercing individuals into sharing intimate images or
Understanding Roseola: A Common Childhood Infection
Roseola is a prevalent viral infection that primarily affects infants and young children, typically under two years of age. Characterised by a sudden high fever followed by a distinctive rash, roseola is generally mild and resolves on its own within a week. The initial sign of roseola is often a sudden, high temperature that can
Toddler Treadmills in the UK: A Safe and Beneficial Choice?
The rise of toddler treadmills in the UK has sparked debate among parents, fitness experts, and paediatricians. While some view these mini exercise machines as a way to encourage early physical activity, others express concerns about safety, development, and necessity. This article explores whether toddler treadmills are a good idea, their potential risks, and expert
Cyberstalking and how to protect yourself
Cyberstalking is a serious issue that affects many people, especially those navigating co-parenting with an ex-partner. Joanna Smykowski from Custody X Change shares key signs of cyberstalking and practical steps to safeguard your wellbeing and your children’s privacy. 4 warning signs of cyberstalking Cyberstalking involves excessive and intrusive online behaviour by an ex-partner. Here are
Upgrade Your Brain Cook App
Healthy meals to upgrade your brain Are you stuck in a recipe rut, cooking the same meals repeatedly? Do you want to improve your brain health? The Upgrade Your Brain Cook App, from foodforthebrain.org, is the perfect solution. This App offers a range of easy-to-make meals, from breakfasts to snacks, main courses, and desserts. Every
How to Create an Emotionally Safe Home for Your Child
Home is your child’s first world. Ahead of Children’s Mental Health Week, Early Help and Wellbeing Specialist Melanie Fisher of Bright Horizons UK offers simple steps to create a nurturing environment that supports your child’s emotional security, confidence, and creativity. What matters most is how it makes your child feel: calm, cared for, and connected
Fussy eaters: Nutritionist shares common causes in children
Understanding the struggle with fussy eaters. A balanced diet is crucial for growing children, but 62% of UK parents admit their child one of the fussy eaters. This challenge causes stress for many, with the same percentage finding feeding times overwhelming. Google searches for ‘kids veg’ have risen by 29% compared to last quarter, highlighting
Anxiety struggles into success: A psychiatrist’s guide
Expert advice during Children’s Mental Health Week 2025 Recognising the signs of school anxiety struggles Children often show signs of anxiety struggles through behaviours that seem like bad habits. Irritability, headaches, and reluctance to do homework may signal deeper emotional challenges. NHS data reveals that anxiety referrals in England have more than doubled over the
Sense of adventure: Brits lose their spark at 36
Reignite your sense of adventure with simple, everyday activities Why do Brits lose their adventurous spark? According to new research by Dacia, many Brits feel their sense of adventure fades by the age of 36. The main reasons include: Physical and mental fatigue (53%) Financial pressure (43%) Being stuck in a routine (39%) Increased responsibilities
Mental health expert reveals five tips to improve your wellbeing for Time to Talk Day
Time to Talk Day (6th February) is the nation’s biggest mental health conversation, and experts have weighed in with top tips for improving your wellbeing. Living a healthy lifestyle, staying socially connected, and planning things to look forward to are key ways to improve your mental health this Time to Talk Day. Simple actions like
Self-esteem resource from Premier League, Theo Walcott
Building self-esteem through football The Premier League has launched a new mental health resource aimed at helping children build their self-esteem. The Building Self Esteem resource is now available to over 19,000 primary schools across England and Wales through the Premier League Primary Stars programme. A resource designed for growth Released during Children’s Mental Health
Keeping Medications Safe at Home
Over half of all child poisoning cases occur when young children swallow medication or other substances. Their natural curiosity means they may mistake brightly coloured tablets for sweets, and adults can also accidentally overdose if they take too much of a substance they are not used to. Keeping medication safe is essential to prevent serious
Children with anxiety: Author Eleanor Segall’s inspiring new book
Supporting children with anxiety, London-based author Eleanor Segall has drawn from her own childhood experiences to write Arabella and the Worry Cloud, a heartfelt picture book supporting children aged 5–8 who struggle with anxiety. Eleanor, who has lived with bipolar disorder since her diagnosis at age 16, aims to help young readers understand and manage
Child brain health: Seven expert-approved ingredients
With the new year often inspiring improvement goals, including child brain health, many British parents are focusing on healthier lifestyles for their children. Recent data from EDURINO shows a 28% rise in searches for “healthy kids foods”.* If you’re wondering which snacks support cognitive development, early-years educational experts at EDURINO, alongside Lucy Upton, Paediatric Dietitian
Half term sports camp February 2025
Boost your child’s athletic performance at a half term sports camp in Surrey Looking for an exciting way to keep your child active during February half term? Join our February Half Term Sports Camp at Advance Performance Lab on 18th, 19th & 20th February 2025, from 10am to 2pm. This action-packed camp focuses on building