News & Advice
Is My Child Too Ill for School? A Parent’s Guide
Not sure whether your child should go to school when they are unwell? Learn when children should stay home and when to seek medical advice.
Back-to-School Anxiety: When Is It Normal and When Should You Seek Help?
Is your child anxious about going back to school? Learn what is normal, how to support your child and when back-to-school anxiety may need extra help.
Dehydration in Children and Babies. Signs, Causes and When to Seek Help
As the summer holidays continue, keeping children well hydrated becomes especially important. Hot weather, increased activity, and common childhood illnesses can all increase the risk of dehydration.
How to Keep Your Baby Cool During Hot Weather
Worried about your baby in the heat? Our team shares practical NHS-backed advice on keeping babies cool, hydrated and sleeping safely during hot weather.
Safe Baby Sleep Advice for Parents
You may have seen recent BBC News coverage highlighting concerns about unregulated baby sleep advice in the UK.
Are Fevers Above 39°C Dangerous in Children?
It is very common for families to feel alarmed when a child’s fever rises above 39°C
Fever in babies under 1: when to monitor and when to seek help
Understand what a fever means in babies under 1, when to monitor at home, and when to seek medical advice.
Baby sleep in the first year: safe sleep guidance and common myths
A clear guide to safe sleep for babies in the first year, including current UK guidance and common myths explained.
Meningitis: Guidance for Parents Following Recent UK Cases
Meningitis guidance for parents in the UK, including symptoms, vaccine information, and when to seek urgent medical advice. Updated March 2026.
Understanding the Bayley-4 UK Developmental Assessment: A Guide for Parents
A guide for parents to the Bayley-4 UK developmental assessment. Learn how this evidence-based tool evaluates early childhood development, when it may be helpful, and how it supports children aged 16 days to 42 months.
Toilet Training Advice for Children with Additional Needs
Practical toilet training advice for children with additional needs using the 3-step “Let’s Go Potty” approach. Learn how to build routines, support readiness and manage common challenges
Food Allergies in Babies: Early Signs Every Parent Should Know
A practical guide for parents on how screen time can affect sleep and behaviour, with expert advice on setting healthy boundaries.
