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Parents' health know-how and faster bone maturing in children with overweight or obesity
A cross-sectional study of school-aged children with overweight or obesity found that higher parental health literacy was linked to a lower risk of advanced bone age. The link looked steadier for mothers, but the study could not show cause and effect, and the summary gives no details of where the children lived or how many took part.
Source: Frontiers in Public Health — Child Health
What Does Your Child's Nursery Need to Teach STEAM Well? It's More Than Just Buying Equipment
A major study of early childhood centres reveals that successful STEAM education depends on far more than having the right toys and gadgets. Nurseries need the right organisational support, teacher training, and leadership to make STEAM learning truly effective.
Source: Frontiers in Education
Why Outdoor Play Matters for Your Child's Emotions—And How to Get It Right
Research from Norway shows that outdoor play isn't just fun; it's where children learn to understand and manage their feelings. But not all children experience outdoor time the same way, and what looks like shyness might actually be your child's thoughtful response to something new.
Source: Frontiers in Developmental Psychology
Can Natural Supplements Help Anxious Preschoolers? What New Research Shows
A new study finds that two natural ingredients—Griffonia and Lactium—may help reduce anxiety in nursery-aged children. While results are promising, experts say more research is needed before recommending these supplements widely.
Source: Frontiers in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Can Advanced Kidney Support Help Critically Ill Newborns? What Singapore Parents Need to Know
New research explores how a specialized kidney treatment called hemodiafiltration may help newborns and young infants with severe illnesses involving multiple organ failure. While promising, doctors still need more evidence before this treatment becomes standard care.
Source: Frontiers in Pediatrics
What Singapore Parents Need to Know About Infantile Perianal Protrusion
A new research review reveals that infantile perianal protrusion (IPP)—a small bump or skin tag near the anus that appears mostly in young girls—is almost always harmless and often resolves on its own. The key to managing it is recognizing what it is, so your child doesn't undergo unnecessary tests or treatments.
Source: Frontiers in Pediatrics
When a Baby's Breathing Struggles Go Beyond Common Problems: What Singapore Parents Need to Know
A new study reveals that some newborns who have severe breathing difficulties may have rare genetic conditions affecting how their lungs produce vital protective fluid. Early recognition of warning signs could help doctors diagnose these conditions faster and improve outcomes for affected children.
Source: Frontiers in Pediatrics
Does Your Child Learn Better From a Familiar Face? New Research Has a Surprising Answer
A new study finds that while toddlers and preschoolers prefer spending time with caregivers they know, this familiarity doesn't actually help them learn new words better. The findings challenge common assumptions about how social bonds affect early language development.
Source: Frontiers in Developmental Psychology
Bringing Your Child Home: Understanding Hospital-to-Home Breathing Support for Infants
New research shows that infants transitioning from hospital ventilators to home breathing support follow similar timelines regardless of their underlying lung condition. The type of breathing equipment used at home can significantly affect how quickly your child is ready to leave the hospital.
Source: Frontiers in Pediatrics
Is Screen Time Really Hurting Your Child's Brain? What the Latest Research Shows
A new review of studies reveals that not all screen time is created equal—while excessive or poorly-structured digital use can affect attention and memory, purposeful and interactive activities may have neutral or even positive effects. The key lies not in cutting screens entirely, but in understanding *how* and *why* your child is using them.
Source: Frontiers in Developmental Psychology
Why Some Autistic Children Go Undiagnosed: What Singapore Parents Need to Know
A new study reveals that many children with autism aren't diagnosed until after age six because they're hiding their autism traits—especially girls. Understanding these 'masking' behaviors can help parents and educators spot autism earlier, even in high-performing children.
Source: Frontiers in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Could AI Help Assess Your Child's Autism? What Experts Think
A new study shows that teachers and doctors are increasingly confident in using artificial intelligence to assess autism in children—finding it faster, easier, and more accurate than traditional methods. Here's what this means for Singapore families.
Source: Frontiers in Education