Mum's gut feeling saves toddler with rare condition
A Florida mother's persistence led to a life-saving diagnosis for her son after medics initially dismissed a mysterious bruise. Her story is a powerful lesson for all parents.
Category : Pediatrics
Five-year-old weighed 19lbs, fit infant body bag, parents charged
A five-year-old Louisiana boy died weighing just 19lbs, his body fitting an infant-sized body bag. His parents face homicide charges in a severe child neglect case. Read the full investigation.
Children's Quiz Tests Your Knowledge on Human Body
A new children's quiz challenges your knowledge with questions set by kids, including the smallest bone in the human body. Test yourself and submit your own brainteasers.
Clean ball pit balls fast with a washing machine hack
A clever parenting hack reveals how to clean hundreds of ball pit balls quickly using a washing machine. Save hours with this simple, effective method shared by a TikTok mum.
Crayon clue leads to devastating childhood dementia diagnosis
A mother noticed her three-year-old daughter regressing in her drawing skills, a subtle sign of Sanfilippo syndrome. Both her children now face a shortened life expectancy, with the family fighting for access to a new treatment.
Emily Andre avoids complimenting daughter's appearance
NHS doctor Emily Andre reveals she focuses on her children's talents over looks to prevent appearance obsession. Discover her strict rules on makeup and social media.
Girl left partially blind after tumour misdiagnosed as ear infection
Chloe Kefford, 9, lost peripheral vision after a brain tumour was initially missed. After years of treatment, she receives a bravery award from Cancer Research UK. Read her family's inspiring story.
Treated Baby Wraps Slash Malaria Risk in Uganda
A groundbreaking Ugandan study finds soaking traditional baby wraps in a cheap insecticide reduces malaria in infants by 66%. This simple, low-cost intervention could save thousands of young lives across Africa.
Mum's back blows save daughter from choking on ice cube
A Sydney mother's first aid training proved vital when her four-year-old daughter choked on an ice cube. Her story is a crucial warning to all parents about unexpected choking hazards.
Baby dies after medical emergency in Ponthenri home
A baby has tragically died following a medical emergency at a house in Ponthenri, Carmarthenshire. Paramedics were unable to save the infant. Police confirm no criminal investigation.
Two children diagnosed with rare childhood dementia
A mother shares the subtle signs that led to her two children being diagnosed with Sanfilippo syndrome, a rare and fatal childhood dementia. Discover the family's fight for treatment.
NHS Doctor's 5 Tips to Beat Kids' Winter Illnesses
An NHS doctor shares five expert tips to manage RSV and bronchiolitis in children at home. Learn how to ease symptoms and when to seek urgent medical help.
Toddler dies from flu after stroke in Utah
Elora 'Ellie' Ann Rudd, 4, tragically passed away after the flu led to pneumonia, sepsis, and a devastating stroke. Her heartbroken parents share her story as US flu hospitalisations surge.
Mum's 'Looking Loudly' method helps find lost children
A mother shares her vital 'looking loudly' technique after her son got lost in a supermarket. Learn her tips to keep kids safe in public places. Essential reading for every parent.
3-year-old killed by American Bulldog in Minnesota
A toddler died after climbing into a dog's enclosure at his grandmother's house in Minnesota. The grandmother was also injured trying to intervene. Read the full investigation details.
Best sunscreens for kids: Top picks for 2025
We tested 50 formulas to find the best sunscreens for children. From budget buys to specialist skincare, discover the top SPF 50 lotions and sprays to protect sensitive skin.
UK 2-year-olds get double recommended screen time
New research shows English toddlers born in the 2020s average 2 hours of daily screen time, double the WHO guideline. Find out the impacts on development.
Mum's gentle parenting proves critics wrong
A mother from York shares a heartwarming video of her two-year-old comforting her brother, challenging claims that gentle parenting creates 'entitled brats'. See the proof.
TB Symptoms Warning After Boy, 4, Diagnosed
A Coventry mum shares her son's TB ordeal as UK cases rise 13%. Learn the full list of tuberculosis symptoms, including persistent cough and night sweats, to protect your family.
Screen Time Linked to Poorer Toddler Vocabulary, UK Study Finds
New government research shows toddlers with high screen time have poorer vocabulary. Experts reveal five key impacts on child brain development. Discover the risks and new official guidance.
Girl, 12, dies after flu misdiagnosis
Azzurra Breda tragically died on New Year's Eve after doctors sent her home with flu symptoms. An investigation is now underway. Learn the signs of pneumonia.
Girl, 12, dies after pneumonia symptoms dismissed as flu
Azzurra Breda, 12, tragically died from pneumonia after doctors initially diagnosed flu. Her parents are demanding answers as an investigation begins. Learn the signs of pneumonia.
Conjoined twins die after emergency separation surgery
Tragedy strikes as conjoined twins Marcos and Mateus die after a high-risk delivery and emergency separation surgery in Brazil. Read the full story of the family's heartbreak.
Baby's Liver Condition Missed, Family Sue Hospital
Mattie Beacham's biliary atresia went undiagnosed for two months, her parents claim. Now three, she faces lifelong complications. Read the family's fight for justice and new screening law.
Baby's Liver Condition Missed, Family Sues Hospital
Mattie Beacham's biliary atresia went undiagnosed for two months despite a flagged test. Her family is now suing for medical negligence and campaigning for new screening laws.
Man cycles Cork to Everest for children's hospital
Daragh Cronin, 23, is cycling from Ireland to Mount Everest to raise €30,000 for paediatric care at Cork University Hospital. His epic journey begins on 14 February 2026. Support his cause now.
Cord blood donation saves girl from leukaemia
A mother's decision to donate her newborn's cord blood in 2017 led to a lifesaving transplant for her own daughter in 2022. Discover how this vital NHS service has now reached 1,000 transplants.
Girl, 7, Vomits 100 Times a Day in Medical Mystery
Harper Williams, 7, has been vomiting dozens of times daily for seven months. Her parents from Baglan say they were repeatedly dismissed by NHS staff before scans revealed a potential cause. Read their story and their advice for other families.
Four-year-old boy dies in Australian pool tragedy
A four-year-old boy has died after being pulled from a pool in New South Wales. Family performed CPR before paramedics arrived. Read the full report on this heartbreaking incident.
Boy, 4, diagnosed with spinal TB after GP dismissed symptoms
A Coventry mum's four-year-old son was diagnosed with rare spinal tuberculosis after doctors suggested he was faking a limp for attention. Read her warning to other parents.
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