Excessive screen time alters children's brain structure, impacting memory and focus. Consultant psychiatrist Dr Samir Shah explains the risks and offers vital strategies for parents to manage digital exposure.
An AI teddy bear discussing kink has triggered urgent warnings about unregulated smart toys. Experts reveal risks to child development and data privacy in the £16.7bn market.
Expert advice for parents facing the dilemma of mixed-gender sleepovers for teenagers. Learn how to balance trust with protection while maintaining open communication with your child.
A major Scottish study finds pandemic restrictions are associated with increased developmental concerns in young children. Discover the key findings and implications for future policy.
YouTube giant MrBeast partners with the Rockefeller Foundation in a historic alliance to combat child labour and inspire global youth activism. Discover how they plan to drive change.
UK councils report an 'astronomical' rise in under-fives with speech and development delays, linked to increased screentime. Learn the findings and what it means for early years support.
The Princess of Wales's charity launches a major £100,000 research project to combat 'technoference' and help families build stronger connections in the digital age.
New research reveals that infant feeding, sleep, and play habits established by two months old can predict higher BMI by six months, setting the stage for lifelong health risks. Learn how to build healthier routines.
Australian researchers recommend parents seek consent during nappy changes to teach bodily autonomy from infancy. Learn how this approach benefits child development.
Fitness guru Kayla Itsines reveals how she taught her daughter to stand up for herself in a sibling dispute. Her relatable parenting moment sparks praise online.
The Princess of Wales convened a major business summit in London to drive investment in early childhood development, highlighting a potential £45.5bn boost for the UK.
Australian researchers propose using nappy changes as an opportunity to teach infants about consent and body autonomy. Discover their practical methods for parents.
Serbia forms joint venture with Jared Kushner's firm to redevelop bombed military headquarters site, sparking protests and controversy over cultural heritage.
Thousands of Serbians are protesting against a luxury hotel development linked to Jared Kushner on the site of Belgrade's former army headquarters. Join the conversation about this controversial project.
Outraged residents in a quiet Buckinghamshire village discover a developer used a 1948 agricultural rule to bypass modern planning permission for a massive industrial structure looming over their homes.
Groundbreaking research reveals fathers who read bedtime stories significantly improve children's behaviour and concentration levels in school.
Discover expert-approved strategies to transform screen time from a battleground to an opportunity for family connection and learning in the digital age.
Groundbreaking research from Kyoto University identifies Vietnam's Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City region as an emerging megapolitan area set to transform Southeast Asia's economic landscape by 2030.
Shocking new data reveals thousands of children beginning primary school unable to communicate properly, use the toilet independently, or follow basic instructions, with experts blaming pandemic disruption and austerity cuts.
As US foreign aid programmes face significant cuts, mixed reactions emerge from communities worldwide. While some lament the loss of crucial funding, others question the effectiveness and legacy of American development assistance.
Groundbreaking research suggests acetaminophen use during pregnancy may be linked to language delays in children. Experts urge caution and medical consultation.
New research reveals play is fundamental to children's wellbeing and development, yet it's increasingly undervalued in modern society. Experts demand serious policy changes.
Groundbreaking research from Massachusetts General Hospital shows children born to mothers who contracted COVID-19 during pregnancy face significantly higher risks of developmental delays and autism spectrum disorder diagnoses.
New research shows traditional creative toys significantly enhance children's cognitive development, emotional intelligence and problem-solving skills compared to digital devices.
New research reveals British children are forming deep emotional bonds with AI chatbots, raising crucial questions about digital parenting and child development.
Frustrated parents of late-sleeping toddlers are calling out the lack of evening activities as UK childcare schedules fail to accommodate different sleep patterns.
The Victorian government plans to slash planning approval times to just 10 days while limiting objection rights, promising efficiency but raising concerns about community consultation.
Lady of the Manor faces local fury as she pushes forward with controversial plans to build luxury townhouses on historic family land, despite overwhelming community opposition.
New research reveals alarming levels of harmful chemicals in common children's toys, with experts calling for immediate regulatory action to protect young children from potential health risks.
Shocking child neglect case in Texas as a mother faces charges after allegedly leaving her young son completely alone for several days without supervision or provisions.