Prozac in pregnancy may harm baby brain development
New research suggests common antidepressant Prozac, taken during pregnancy, could affect fetal brain development, raising crucial questions about maternal mental health treatment.
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AI Parenting: How Artificial Intelligence Is Changing Childhood
New research reveals how AI tools are transforming family life, from bedtime stories to homework help. Discover the surprising benefits and hidden risks of raising children in the age of artificial intelligence.
UK's 25,000-home mega-town: Sustainable community revealed
Discover the ambitious plans for Britain's largest new settlement in decades - a revolutionary 25,000-home community complete with schools, healthcare facilities, and sustainable transport networks set to redefine modern living.
Hearing test breakthrough could detect autism in newborns
Groundbreaking research from the University of California suggests a straightforward hearing test could detect autism in newborns, potentially revolutionising early intervention strategies.
Toddler begs mother to put phone down in viral moment
A mother's viral TikTok confession reveals the emotional moment her two-year-old daughter pleaded for real connection over digital distraction, sparking crucial conversations about parenting in the digital age.
Lockdown rules devastated children's play, inquiry hears
Shocking testimony reveals how pandemic restrictions left children unable to play normally, with experts warning of long-term developmental consequences from the 'play deprivation' during lockdown.
Sydney Council Backs Plan for 31,000 New Homes
A landmark decision by a Sydney council paves the way for up to 31,000 new homes in Waterloo, promising to tackle the housing crisis while facing significant local opposition over density and infrastructure concerns.
Inequality physically changes children's brains, study reveals
Groundbreaking UK research shows children from deprived areas have significant structural differences in brain development, raising urgent questions about inequality's long-term impact.
Toddler's mystery illness diagnosed as rare genetic disorder
The emotional journey of a family who fought for answers after noticing developmental delays in their son, culminating in a rare MICPCH syndrome diagnosis.
Gestational Diabetes Linked to Higher Autism, ADHD Risk
Groundbreaking research from Taiwan shows mothers with gestational diabetes are significantly more likely to have children displaying autism or ADHD symptoms by age 8.
Pregnancy paracetamol link to autism risk in new study
Fresh medical research has ignited controversy by suggesting a significant link between paracetamol use during pregnancy and a heightened risk of autism and ADHD in children, prompting calls for updated NHS guidance.
9 Essential Skills Your Child Needs By Age 9
Child development experts reveal the key life skills and milestones your child should master by their ninth birthday, from making a simple meal to showing empathy.
Parenting Mistakes That Can Create a Narcissistic Child
Exclusive insight from leading psychologists reveals how modern parenting styles, from excessive praise to a lack of boundaries, may be accidentally cultivating narcissistic traits in children. Discover the signs and how to foster healthy self-esteem inst
AI Toys: The Revolution Reshaping British Childhood
Discover how AI-powered toys are transforming British childhoods, from personalised learning companions to ethical concerns about data privacy and development.
UK Minister Defends Ghana Aid Cuts in Tense Accra Meeting
UK Development Minister Jenny Chapman confronted Ghanaian officials over aid dependency during a heated meeting in Accra, defending controversial aid reductions amid growing diplomatic tensions.
UN: Global Gender Equality Progress Grinds to a Halt
A stark UN report reveals the world is failing to meet its 2030 gender equality targets. Discover which critical areas are seeing regression and what this means for the Sustainable Development Goals.
Flint's Radical Baby Payment: UK Policy Breakthrough?
A groundbreaking US scheme in Flint, Michigan, providing unconditional cash to new mothers is delivering stunning results in child development and maternal health. Could this radical policy be the answer to the UK's own child poverty crisis?
Sarah Beeny's £3M Somerset Farm Battle Against Housing Development
Property expert Sarah Beeny fights to protect her idyllic Somerset farm from a massive housing development, revealing her emotional turmoil and planning battle woes.
Greek Island Halts Controversial Five-Star Moon Beach Hotel
Greek authorities have halted a contentious five-star hotel project on Milos, famed for its 'Moon Beach', following intense local backlash over environmental and cultural preservation concerns.
UK Schools Ditch Carpet Time for Chairs and Increased Screen Use
A quiet revolution is sweeping UK primary schools as educators swap the traditional carpet for chairs and increased screen time, sparking a heated debate on modern teaching methods and child development.
Boy's 48-hour bush survival after father shot by police
A young boy's astonishing tale of survival in the Australian bush for two days after his father was fatally shot by police. The child remained with his father's body before being discovered by a search helicopter.
White House Report Reveals UK Children's Health Crisis
A damning White House report reveals a growing epidemic of poor health among British children, with rising obesity, mental health issues and developmental delays threatening a generation's future.
Parents handcuffed kids to beds in 'house of horrors'
A mother and father face justice after forcing their three children to live in squalor, handcuffing them to beds and subjecting them to prolonged starvation in a shocking case of child cruelty.
30,000 UK Babies Enrolled in Landmark Health Study
A groundbreaking £10m study will track 30,000 babies across the UK from birth to map their health, development, and environment, aiming to tackle major childhood inequalities.
UK Launches Landmark Study Tracking 8,000 Babies Into Adulthood
A landmark UK study will follow 8,000 babies born in 2024-25, tracking their development through childhood to understand the impact of modern challenges like the pandemic, cost-of-living crisis, and technology.
182% Surge in Online Child Exploitation in Australia
Australia faces a devastating epidemic of online child sexual exploitation, with new data revealing an unprecedented 182% increase in reports. Authorities and charities issue urgent warnings to parents.
Girl, 6, rescued from locked room; cruel parents arrested
A six-year-old girl has been freed by police after being discovered locked in a squalid room by her own parents. The shocking case of neglect in the UK has led to the arrest of the couple, as authorities investigate the full extent of the abuse.
Couple jailed for keeping six kids locked in filthy home
A depraved couple has been sentenced after their six children were discovered malnourished and imprisoned in squalid, padlocked rooms in a case that has shocked the nation.
British boy abducted to Poland returns home after 5 years
A British boy, at the centre of an international abduction case, has been safely returned to the UK after his mother took him to Poland without consent. The emotional reunion marks the end of a gruelling five-year legal battle fought by his desperate fath
Surviving Your Toddler's 57 Daily Questions
New research reveals toddlers ask a staggering 57 questions a day during peak curiosity. Discover practical strategies from parenting experts to navigate this exhausting but crucial developmental stage.
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