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Child health

Science-backed information for looking after your family’s health

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Every parent wishes for their child to grow up happy and healthy. Find out how to support your child’s physical and mental health.

 

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Baby health

Advice for taking care of your new family member
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Newborn baby health: Mini Parenting Master Class

Learn about some of the most important newborn health topics – what to know and what to look out for

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How to build your baby's mental health

A psychologist's tips on helping your child to feel safe and protected

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Your baby's first vaccines

A paediatric nurse answers some of the most common questions parents have

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Your baby's developmental milestones

Find out about your little one's journey during the first two years of life

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Mental health and wellbeing

How to support your children and yourself.
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Teen mental health and social media

We asked mental health experts how they approach social media in their families

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How to manage your child’s separation anxiety

What you need to know about supporting your little one

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What is stress?

A common feeling that affects children as much as adults, just differently

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Four things you can do to support your teen’s mental health

Show your teen love and care, while looking after yourself

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Vaccines

Questions about vaccines? We've got the answers
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Vaccines for children: Your questions answered

Parents’ most frequently asked questions about vaccines

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Vaccines and the diseases they prevent

Find out more about the most commonly recommended vaccines

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Safety tips

Guidance for keeping your family safe
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Heat wave safety tips

Learn how to help keep your children and family safe in extreme heat

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Road safety tips

Expert advice for protecting your family

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Earthquake safety information

Expert tips for keeping yourself and your family safe

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What you need to know about air pollution

Learn what air pollution is and how to protect your family from it

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Healthy habits

Simple steps that can provide lasting benefits
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How to teach your kids handwashing

Tips on how to make handwashing a habit for children

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How to raise a healthy eater

6 ways to set your child on the path to a lifetime of positive habits

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UNICEF Syria Parenting

Helping parents in Syria to raise happy, healthy and smart children.

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Child development

From child development stages to the latest expert tips on the topic

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Child care

Expert parenting tips on everything from handling big conversations to getting the most out of play

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Food and nutrition

Learn how to set your child on a path to healthy habits for life

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