Children's mental health and the digital world: how to get the balance right

Digital technology exposes children to information, social connection, education, online support groups and professional help. Yet,...

24 Jun

Does your child have balance and dizziness issues? Hearing loss may be the cause

"Up to 70% of children with hearing loss of various causes may present with vestibular dysfunction and subsequent balance and dizziness...

15 Jun

Is your child addicted to video games? Here are the signs to look out for

On average, 860 searches each month appear from concerned parents asking 'how to break a child's video game addiction.'

15 Jun

'A real and present danger': Missing Children SA shares red flags to look out for and safety tips

One child is reported missing every five hours in South Africa. We speak to an organisation that uses billboards to alert the public to...

13 Jun

Study suggests video games boost intelligence in children

"While children who played more video games at ten years were on average no more intelligent than children who didn't game, they showed...

18 May

'Keeping passwords safe': What parents should teach their children about information security

"Not only has digital become part and parcel of life, it will also be an integral part of the future world of work. However, the online...

28 Apr

How social media affects children at different ages – and how to protect them

A look at what we know about how social media use can affect children across different age groups.

19 Apr

'That's what Huggy Wuggy does': What to do if your child is terrified by this social media trend

"Talk with your child about their fear, and help them understand that what they've seen is meant to be scary".

13 Apr

'A teddy bear with razor-sharp teeth': The latest disturbing social media trend affecting kids

"The character can be easily viewed on YouTube channels and is a teddy bear with razor-sharp teeth that sings worrying songs about...

06 Apr

Does my child have a reading problem or could he be dyslexic?

Does my child have a reading problem or could he be dyslexic? Here are some red flags to watch out for.

14 Mar

How the pandemic might change future medical support for children

Thousands of children were affected by Covid-19 as their parents lost income and some of their loved ones died due to Covid-19.

25 Mar

Does your child really need so much extra therapy?

It's a question many parents have asked. Are nursery and foundation phase schools too quick to refer mainstream kids to therapists?

02 Mar

'Harmful intentions': Children younger than 12 are pressured to engage in sexting

"Our study underscores the need for comprehensive sex education to begin at an early age and include age-appropriate information".

02 Mar

WATCH | Pediatric doctor shares how Covid-19 is impacting children in hospitals

Dr Lauren Yagiela discussed how Covid-19 affects children who need to be hospitalised in Michigan, USA at a virtual meeting.

14 Jan

How to keep screen time at healthy levels through the holidays

Keeping an eye on what children are watching or playing is crucial to ensure that they’re being exposed to age-appropriate content.

28 Dec 2021

Why free play, and some boredom, is vital for your kids development

Educational psychologist, Jennifer da Silva talks to us about the importance of free play and what parents need to do if they struggle...

09 Dec 2021

Getting kids to do household chores can improve their vocabulary and willingness to learn

These tips can help busy parents support their young children’s learning without much added burden or spending.

13 Dec 2021

Going swimming? Remember these crucial safety tips

Parents need to be extra vigilant when their kids are around water this summer.

13 Aug 2015