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At age 6 to 12, school-age children are rapidly developing in height and weight as well as in their language and socio-emotional skills. Here’s what parents need to know to support them during this stage.
Unlocking the secrets of how to grow taller has long been a source of concern for parents who want to help their children's overall development. Height is one of the indicators to gauge a child's growth and development. While genetics play a big role in determining a child's height, it's important to recognize that other […]
Medically reviewed by • Mar 12
Nowadays, kids are so quick to adapt and learn different things. But what if your child is struggling to learn and understand numbers? Could it be a learning disorder? This article shares how you can spot dyscalculia in children. Understanding Dyscalculia Dyscalculia refers to a specific learning disorder involving mathematics. Children may experience extreme difficulty in understanding […]
Expertly reviewed by • May 02, 2022
It is undeniable how the lockdown situation greatly affected Filipinos' mental health and fitness. Children were not immune to the problems of lockdown either. With schools pivoting to remote learning, traditional methods of teaching have been upended and a number of concerns have arisen. In fact, as the result of a recent study, the United […]
Expertly reviewed by • Jun 06
School-age Children Growth and Development
It’s the little things your child does that make you wonder: Am I raising a “spoiled brat?” If so, how do I undo it? In this article, we’ll talk about the steps you can take to raise a good, kind, and responsible child. What Are The Signs That A Child Is Spoiled? Loving your children is part […]
Expertly reviewed by • Aug 03, 2022
Having worms in the intestines or what we commonly refer to as bulate sa tyan is a common health problem in children. In fact, it is enough of a public health concern that the Department of Health holds National Deworming Months (January and July) where schools participate in mass deworming. What causes intestinal parasitism? Would […]
Expertly reviewed by • Nov 23, 2023
School-age Children Growth and Development
Many parents wonder what to feed children to increase their height. Is there food to grow taller that when added to the diet will help a child's height grow significantly? When it comes to children's height, doctors and nutritionists consider genetic factors and hormone levels in the body to be the most important contributing factors. In […]
Medically reviewed by • Nov 23, 2023
School-age Children Growth and Development
Is your child ready to join other students in school? The start of a new academic year is just around the corner—and kids surely feel a mix of emotions over going back to school. To get your little one back on track and ready for another year of learning and discoveries, they’ll be needing your […]
Medically reviewed by • Jan 24, 2023
School-age Children Growth and Development
You've probably heard about the Singapore Math method from fellow parents, and you wonder to yourself what it really is. Should your child learn it? How does it differ from other math enrichment classes? And is it effective? Singapore has consistently ranked as one of the best in global education ranking, especially in math and science. […]
Medically reviewed by • Jan 31, 2023
School-age Children Growth and Development
Participating in a sports activity is more than just winning or losing. There are many life lessons that kids can pick up from playing different types of sports. From being able to work well with others to learning how to work hard to achieve a goal, sports can indeed transform ordinary kids into champions. If your […]
Medically reviewed by • Feb 16, 2023
School-age Children Growth and Development
Our children’s safety is our priority as parents. But no matter how much we try to protect our little ones, they will eventually grow up and explore the bigger world. When they are outside, it’s hard to keep a watchful eye over them, making it more challenging to shield them from danger and potential hazards. […]
Medically reviewed by • Feb 23, 2023
School-age Children Growth and Development
It’s normal for kids to struggle in school once in a while. Maybe last week they had a problem in grammar, and today they feel that math’s topic is too complicated. It’s also common for them to find one or two subjects more challenging than the rest. But what if they’re generally falling behind in […]
Medically reviewed by • Sep 12, 2022
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