Child Development

Working and Learning with Hair Pulling Disorder Hair pulling in shared spaces presents a twin challenge: the urge itself and the constant thought that someone nearby might notice. The behaviour, rooted in what clinicians label Hair Pulling Disorder, draws strength from everyday stressors such as tight deadlines, prolonged focus, or sensory overload. A short burst […]

Rhinoplasty, commonly termed a nose job, is a reconstructive procedure carried out to recontour the nose for aesthetic or functional reasons. Though most people associate rhinoplasty with adults seeking cosmetological improvements, it can be quite crucial in treating nasal abnormalities from birth in children. Such deformities are likely to interfere with the child’s breathing, facial

Watching your child cry or cling when you leave can tug at your heart more than anything else. Separation anxiety is a natural part of early development — it shows that your child has formed a healthy bond with you. But that doesn’t make goodbyes any easier. The goal isn’t to eliminate the anxiety altogether,

In a world of growing complexity, one of our most urgent tasks is ensuring that every child, regardless of background, has the chance to thrive. Big ideas like peace, sustainability, and justice continue to shape the global conversation. But real change happens when those ideas reach the smallest among us- children. Because the future is

Learning, connection, and confidence are based on communication. In the case of nonverbal children with autism, it is not necessarily an option to use traditional speech. That is where AAC communication devices and communication boards become important- providing the children with a voice that they may not have been able to express. But with the

A child’s individual learning is important. Imagine your child stares blankly at a page of math problems. The teacher explains it once, but nothing clicks. That frustration? It hits many kids in classrooms built for one way of learning. Yet, every child sees, hears, or grasps the world difFdaferently. Recognizing your child’s individual learning style

Every child finds their own way to share what they need, feel, and think. For some, words flow easily; for others, gestures, expressions, or behaviours become their main tools of communication. Parents often notice small differences — perhaps their child doesn’t respond to their name, avoids eye contact, or prefers playing alone. While these signs

If your calendar feels like a constant shuffle of drop-offs, pickups, playdates, swimming lessons, and enrichment classes, you’re not alone. Many parents feel pressure to fill every hour of their child’s day with “something productive.” But more isn’t always better — especially when it comes to young children. In fact, overscheduling can leave them overwhelmed,

Raising a child with autism involves both happiness and difficulties. Children on the spectrum are all different, with hardships, strengths for certain things, and specific needs. Treating autism as a spectrum gives parents a better idea that every child’s needs are unique. The main thing is to learn, adapt, and wait patiently for both yourself

Every parent has moments of doubt. You notice something a little different—your child doesn’t make eye contact as often as others, or maybe they prefer lining up toys instead of playing with them. You tell yourself not to worry, but the questions creep in late at night: Is this normal? Should I be concerned? What