Parents of children with autism often try dietary changes or supplements to help improve the condition but a new review concludes that there is little solid evidence that any work.
Kids and Teens Health
Otitis media in children
Otitis media (middle ear infection) is a common childhood illness causing earache and fever. It usually gets better quickly with pain relievers but sometimes antibiotics are needed.
Antibiotics and children
Antibiotics: what are they and when does my child need them? Also, how to use antibiotics correctly and side effects of antibiotics.
Simple rules for child-rearing
10 useful rules to bringing up children.
Childhood smarts a healthy trait
Higher intelligence in childhood may be associated with a lower risk of death later in life.
Video: Boredom
Although more obvious in children, we all experience boredom at some time. Adults usually ignore it and move on, but prolonged boredom should not be ignored. Find out how to make boredom work for you.
Children’s foot health
Tips for taking care of your child`s feet. Information about babies' and toddlers' feet, walking, normal development and problems, choosing shoes and more.
Video: Are headphones harming children’s hearing?
There’s a link between listening to music on headphones and high-frequency hearing loss in children.
Knock knees
Knock knees (genu valgum) is common in young children. The legs usually straighten as the child grows.
Healthy diet for children
The average child's diet now gets over 40% of kilojoules from junk foods and drinks. Find out how to encourage better food choices.
