ADHD
ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is a common neuro-developmental condition that affects how a child pays attention, regulates activity level and manages impulses. It is not caused by bad parenting or lack ...
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ANXIETY
Anxiety is increasingly common in children due to a current mix of environmental, psychological and social factors, and can show itself in many different ways including: fear of separation, social and/or ...
COLDS
Colds in childhood are common viral infections that cause mild but oh so bothersome symptoms! Kids pick up the virus from a variety of places where they come into close contact with ...
CONSTIPATION
Constipation in children is often caused by a combination of dietary habits, emotional stress, and lifestyle factors. A low-fibre diet, insufficient water intake, and lack of physical activity are some ...
COUGHS
As every parent will likely know coughs are very common in childhood. Coughs can be caused by allergies, colds, irritants, or even changes in weather. While most coughs are mild ...
FEVERS
Fever is a healthy sign that your child’s immune system is actively responding to illness. When the body detects an invader – a virus or bacteria, it raises the internal ...
HAY FEVER
Hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, is a common allergic condition that affects many children. It occurs when a child’s immune system overreacts to allergens, usually from pollen (from trees, grasses, or ...
PARASITES
Parasites in children are far more common than many parents may realise—and they don’t always show up as worms in the stool. Parasites may be silent, show up as physical ...
SLEEP
Hands up, who has ever had a child—young or older—struggle with sleep? You’re definitely not alone; sleep challenges are incredibly common at all stages of childhood. Sleep, for children is ...
STRESS
Stress is a temporary response to external pressures like family changes, school or social situations. It can manifest as clinginess, fear, tears, tantrums, trouble sleeping, and physical symptoms such as headaches ...
STOMACH BUGS
Stomach bugs, often caused by viral gastroenteritis, are very common in children. The good news is that in most cases, these symptoms are short-lived and can be managed at home ...
TRAVEL
While holidays are often eagerly anticipated, the lead-up can be surprisingly stressful, especially for parents juggling the needs of children. Planning, packing, and remembering everything they might need can feel ...