Being a parent of a child or baby with eczema can be worrying, exhausting and emotionally draining, topped off with the incessant feelings of guilt, frustration and helplessness.According to research from Oilatum Junior, 15% of mums are frustrated

Burns from a hot kitchen appliance can happen no matter how vigilant you are. If your child is burned:Place the burn under cool running water for at least 10 minutes as this reduces the ‘cooking effect’ of the burn. You can also try to distract him

Statistics show that GPs are prescribing far fewer antibiotics than they used to. Over the past decade, the number of antibiotic prescriptions for children with earache, sore throats and coughs has roughly halved.Despite this, the number of children who develop middle ear infecti...

and cakes, you can't expect your child to stick to carrots and dried fruit. Set limitsMost toddlers control their own appetite and will stop eating once they feel full. But high-fat, high-sugar food is addictive so you may need to help them put the brakes on

Scientists have confirmed what many mums suspected all along - artificial additives and colourings in food DO affect children's behaviour.UK researchers at the University of Southampton studied nearly 300 toddlers aged 3, and discovered

sun protection dos and don’ts: 1 DO…Keep young babies out of direct sunlight Even when they are in the shade, babies are still exposed to reflected sunlight, so use a Baby Sun Lotion Factor 50+ from the NIVEA SUN range and don’t forget a sunhat. 2 DON

Your toddler is more susceptible to tummy bugs in the summer months.This is because harmful bacteria quickly multiplies on food in warmer weather, both in the home or when eating out at picnics and barbecues. To prevent your child getting a tummy

There is a theory, known as the 'hygiene hypothesis' which suggests that an environment that is too clean in the early years can be bad for a child's health.It is backed up by research from Warwick University, which found that having a cat or dog

that could hurt your child if they fall on them while playing. If you don’t have a fence, get one installed. If you do, make sure it’s stable, that nails or screws aren’t sticking out and there are no holes that can let your children out or stray animals in

will also help to strengthen feet and toes, develop musculature and aid balance.Don't force your child to walk before they are ready. They will start when the time is right - usually between the age of 10 and 18 months. Late walkers are not unusual.Once your