Children's Health

The only thing more important than your own health, is your children's health. Our experts provide leading advice on all children's health issues. 

Discover activities that will help your family stay fit and well while having fun at the same time. You'll barely even notice you're exercising.

Updated: Monday 30 May 2022

Published: Wednesday 27 February 2019

Do you get a warm glow at the sight of your sleeping child? Or do you feel frustrated or anxious due to struggles with their sleep routine? Brendan Street, Professional Head of Emotional Wellbeing at Nuffield Health and Ekta Mansukhani, Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, share their seven tips for mastering this common challenge.

Updated: Tuesday 12 April 2022

Published: Friday 6 September 2019

Navigating children’s questions, worries and anxieties about the conflict in Ukraine can seem an overwhelming task. It is difficult to know how to respond to children’s fears when we may be uncertain or fearful ourselves. Additionally, it can be difficult to know what or how much to say in relation to the situation. Emotional Wellbeing National Lead Gosia Bowling shares tips on how to approach the conversation with children.

Updated: Friday 4 March 2022

Published: Friday 4 March 2022

Speaking to kids about their emotional wellbeing can be challenging. Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist at Nuffield Health, Ekta Mansukhani, shares 10 tips to help you have conversations with children about mental health.

Updated: Thursday 16 September 2021

Published: Thursday 11 July 2019

Stephen Trussell, Personal Trainer at Nuffield Health, has put together a fun, full-body workout to get your kids moving.

Updated: Thursday 22 April 2021

Published: Friday 29 November 2019

A good breakfast is so important for growing children because it will boost their concentration, behaviour and performance for those long days at school. Here's a simple and nutritious recipe to try.

Updated: Monday 30 March 2020

Published: Tuesday 10 November 2015

Having fun while you cook a meal with your children and eat together reaps benefits for the whole family. Nutritional Therapists, Jackie Donkin and Anna Pugh, remind us why and share their delicious family recipes.

Updated: Monday 30 March 2020

Published: Monday 29 July 2019

Nervous about having your blood taken? Here are four simple tips to help you prepare and get through a blood test if you have a fear or phobia.

Updated: Thursday 17 October 2019

Published: Tuesday 4 July 2017

Stuck for inspiration? Here's a week's worth of lunch boxes that will provide nutritious and tasty alternatives to the humble sandwich.

Updated: Tuesday 10 September 2019

Published: Monday 14 September 2015

Allergies can dominate your life, forcing you to avoid animals, restaurants and even the outdoors without ever understanding why. But gaining control of allergies could be simpler than you thought.

Updated: Tuesday 9 April 2019

Published: Tuesday 4 July 2017

If your children refuse to eat certain foods, you’re not alone. Here's some of the most common reasons for fussy eating.

Updated: Wednesday 13 February 2019

Published: Wednesday 15 February 2017

Lunch should provide around a third of your child’s nutrient intake so it’s important to make it healthy and balanced. Get the kids involved with this fun and healthy recipe.

Updated: Friday 14 December 2018

Published: Monday 16 November 2015

Children can need some encouragement to eat a healthy and varied diet. Here's some strategic nutritional advice for parents in need of inspiration.

Updated: Tuesday 27 November 2018

Published: Wednesday 15 February 2017

Leaving your child in the care of other people is never easy - how do you know which nursery is the right one for you and your child?

Updated: Tuesday 31 July 2018

Published: Wednesday 19 August 2015

Nuffield Health welcomes the recommendations regarding exercise in the updated National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidelines on Cystic Fibrosis (CF) treatment and diagnosis. The guidance states that exercise can be beneficial for people with on cystic fibrosis.

Updated: Friday 3 November 2017

Published: Thursday 26 October 2017

Providing a nutritious lunch for your children needn't be difficult. Our guide to building a balanced lunch box will make it easier to feed your children well.

Updated: Wednesday 20 September 2017

Published: Monday 14 September 2015