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Parenting tips during COVID-19

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Parenting in a pandemic is a challenge like no other. Psychologist and child development expert Dr. Lisa Damour answers your questions on the best ways to take care of yourself and your child’s mental health during COVID-19.

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Keeping Children Safe Online

Children and teens are now spending a lot more time online. Being connected helps them reduce the impact of COVID-19 and encourages them to continue...

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Family Budgeting in Times of Financial Stress

Millions are stressed about money because of COVID-19. It can make us feel exhausted, angry, and distracted.

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Family harmony at home

When we model peaceful and loving relationships, our children feel more secure and loved.

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Learning through play

Millions of children face school closure and isolation in their own home. This tip is about learning through play – something that can be fun for all ages!

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When We Get Angry

We love our children and teenagers, but the stresses of COVID-19, money and lockdown can make us angry...

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Parenting in crowded homes and communities

Keeping your family healthy and safe from COVID-19 can feel even harder when you live in crowded conditions. There are things you can do to make this easier

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Everything parents should know about COVID-19

Sport has the power to change children’s lives. It unlocks girls’ power and makes them unstoppable!

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Football without Limits

Sport has the power to change children’s lives. It unlocks girls’ power and makes them unstoppable!

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A mother and her two children sitting together on the floor and stretching.

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Self-care for parents

How mental health experts with kids look after their own well-being

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14–18 years

How to tackle emotional, behavioural and health risks that could influence the rest of their lives.

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11–13 years

Physical changes, appearances and friendships – there is much to navigate in this challenging time.

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6–10 years

Starting school, navigating friendships and building resilience – the focus shifts to the outside world.

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0–5 years

How to prepare your child for a lifetime of positive mental health: 0–5 years

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#OnMyMind: Better mental health for every child

Every child deserves to grow up in loving, nurturing and safe environments.

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Lo Thi Son holds her daughter and her COVID-19 vaccine certificate

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The COVID-19 vaccine success stories

Discover some of the countries that have seen rapid rises in their vaccination rates

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We all want what's best for our children, but being a parent isn't always easy.

That's why UNICEF Parenting brings together some of the world’s leading baby experts to help you with top tips, interesting insights and fun facts.

Information you can trust to help give your child the best start in life!

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Five tips for helping your children learn at home during the #COVID-19 outbreak.

Mini Parenting Class

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7 questions about babies every new parent asks

A baby expert answers some of parents' most searched for questions.

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Baby talk: Mini Parenting Master Class

Discover how to engage in baby talk with your little one and why it's important.

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Building babies’ brains through play: Mini Parenting Master

Tips on how to boost your baby's brain development.

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Breastfeeding: Mini Parenting Master Class

A lactation expert answers some of the most common breastfeeding questions.

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Mini parenting challenges

With every hug and every kiss, every meal and every game, you can help your baby develop in so many ways. Try out our Mini Parenting Challenges for inspiration. They’re fun, free and fast to do!

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Viet Nam Holistic Parenting Programme booklets (Vietnamese only)

NOBODY’S PERFECT Parenting Programme Viet Nam – First Edition (May 2019)

The importance of Vaccine

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Vaccine FAQs

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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Fast Facts on Immunization

Every year, UNICEF reaches almost half of the world’s children with lifesaving vaccines.

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Vaccines for all

Join UNICEF this World Immunization Week to show #VaccinesWork

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#EarlyMomentsMatter

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The Importance of Interaction

From pregnancy to the first thousand days of a baby's life the relationship between the mother, father, and the child is vital.

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The Human Capital

Investing in the care of your child helps our country build a strong generation who will contribute to making our society richer, more civilized, more innov

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