Teenagers are growing up in probably the most difficult period in living memory. Self harm, mental health problems and...
Health
Hepatitis- a new threat to children?
Just as Covid fears are easing, a new illness is now affecting children worldwide- acute hepatitis. Roughly 200 kids...
Stillbirth: a sudden loss of hopes and dreams
Cristiano Ronaldo announced the loss of his baby boy last week and received an outpouring of sympathy and support....
A Dad’s Guide to Acid Reflux
If you've ever had to try and help a baby suffering with acid reflux, you'll know that watching a tiny one squirm in...
When to call the doctor: What is RSV?
We had two years where our children barely had a snotty nose- or at least that's how it felt. Now it feels as though...
Meningitis: know the signs
Knowing the signs and symptoms of meningitis could save your child's life. While it can affect anyone, it is most...
Burnout: a men’s health crisis
The conversation around men's health is an evolving subject: until recent years men were expected to keep a stiff...
Peer pressure and problems: a guide to teenage friendships
Secondary school can be a jungle. For some it may provide lifelong friendships; for others it can be a muddle of...
Is your child’s love of gaming becoming unhealthy?
It's the easiest form of entertainment: sit back, pick up a controller and off you go. With a huge array of games on...