Children’s health – articles and advice
Baby and toddler
Practical features for parents and carers on children’s health, growth and common conditions. For detailed reference, see our Patient Information Leaflets on children’s health.
Baby and toddler
Caring for babies and toddlers comes with many questions. From feeding to sleep and common illnesses, discover trusted advice for this vital stage of life.
Bedwetting
Bedwetting is common in young children. Find out why it happens, how to support your child through it, and when to seek medical advice.
Child development
Every child grows at their own pace. Learn what milestones to expect in physical, emotional and social development, and when to discuss delays with a professional.
Child mental health and behaviour
Children can experience anxiety, mood swings, and behavioural challenges. Discover what’s normal, when to seek help, and how to support your child’s mental health.
- How to support your child with a learning disability
- Student mental health: how to tell if your child is depressed at university
- How to help your child cope with exam stress
- What happens when you transfer from child to adult mental health services?
- How to help your child with back-to-school anxiety
- Could my toddler be depressed?
- Winter babies at greater risk of mental health problems
- How to spot the signs that your child is depressed
- How to ask kids about their health
- Should all children be screened for mental health problems?
- How to help your child build self-esteem
- How to cope if your teen is self-harming
- How to spot the signs of anxiety in kids
- Does your child have dyslexia?
- More evidence that social media is associated with teenage depression
- Does taking paracetamol in pregnancy lead to behavioural problems in kids?
- PANDAS: what we know and what we don’t
- Signs your child is struggling with their mental health
- How I found my Deaf identity - Rachel's story
Childhood infections
Coughs, colds, chickenpox and more—childhood infections are common. Learn how to care for a sick child and when an infection needs medical attention.
Childhood vaccinations
Vaccines help protect children from serious diseases. Learn which jabs are recommended, when they’re given, and why vaccination is so important for lifelong health.
Digestive problems
Tummy aches, diarrhoea, or constipation? Discover the most common digestive issues in children and when to seek advice from a healthcare professional.
Genetic conditions
Some children are born with inherited conditions. Discover how genetic disorders are diagnosed, the treatments available, and where to find support and advice.
Other childhood conditions
Not all childhood conditions are easy to categorise. Explore a range of less common illnesses and when to seek advice if you’re concerned.
Skin rashes in children
Rashes are common in children, but they can be alarming. Discover what’s behind different types of skin rashes and when they need medical attention.