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Mattel launches Barbie doll with diabetes
Aim is to foster a greater sense of inclusion and empathy among children
Why is pronatalism on the rise around the world
Russia is paying schoolgirls to have babies; America is fascinated with “trad wives”. What path might Malta follow?
‘Sweetheart, we can’t afford it’
Woman Unclouded, a go-to platform for Maltese women, explains how best to talk to children about money
Summer break brings uncertainty for children, and kindness at home matters
Kindness serves as a foundation for empathy and strong relationships, both of which are essential for social-emotional learning, says Amina Yousaf
Child vaccine coverage faltering, threatening millions − study
Economic inequality, COVID-19 disruptions and misinformation affecting vaccination programmes across the world
‘My brain’s (not) on holiday!’
Erika Galea discusses how to prevent summer becoming a three-month brain break for your child
Information overload: phones exposing kids to an avalanche of irrelevance
Dorje C. Brody suggests limiting children's access to devices − not a ban − for a less ‘noisy’ and more calm environment
Managing meltdowns in young children
Meltdowns are an involuntary emotional response when children's senses become overwhelmed. Counsellor William Hayman gives advice on how to handle them.
Dutch suggest social media ban for under-15s
Country is the latest to propose curbs on platforms such as TikTok and SnapChat over mental health concerns
Social media fuelling ‘devastating’ kids’ mental health crisis − NGO
Report slams social media platforms for prioritising engagement over child safety