Global levels of physical activity have not improved over the past two decades, despite widespread policy development and ...

World Down Syndrome Day calls for action, emphasizing that early support and opportunities shape a child's development.

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The transition to parenthood can be an anxious time for expectant moms and dads. A recent study shows that stress on fathers before and after the birth of a baby could affect their children’s ...

Myranda Hawthorne receives funding from the Ontario Graduate Scholarship. Sophie M Phillips receives funding from Children's Health Research Institute and Mitacs. Trish Tucker receives funding from ...

Regular physical activity contributes to a child’s physical development and promotes overall well-being. It may help if parents and caregivers can encourage them in active play, playground activities, ...

A new study suggests that growing up in poverty accelerates biological development. For adolescent girls, this early onset of ...

In the newest Student Voice survey, many students say their physical health and wellness is getting in the way of their academic success. Half of students say their physical health and wellness ...