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. 

Updated: Thursday 16 September 2021

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: Monday 13 September 2021

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: Thursday 22 April 2021

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

Updated: Wednesday 5 August 2020

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: Monday 30 March 2020

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

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: Thursday 17 October 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: Tuesday 10 September 2019

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 9 April 2019

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: Wednesday 13 February 2019

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

Updated: Friday 14 December 2018

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: Tuesday 27 November 2018

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 31 July 2018

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: Friday 3 November 2017

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: Wednesday 20 September 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.