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Any changes you make to your child's diet and lifestyle are much more likely to be accepted if they involve the whole family.
The National Child Measurement Programme weighs and measures all children in Reception and Year Six at school.
How to keep children at a healthy weight, including mealtime and physical activity tips, plus advice on sleep, screen-time and family outings.
Practical advice for parents of overweight children, including tips on healthy eating and physical activity.
Healthy eating and exercise tips, plus advice on calories, portion control and weight management clubs.
Children are more likely to keep to a healthy lifestyle if it's fun. Ideas for helping them choose and prepare meals and pick activities they enjoy.
Having trouble getting your child away from the TV? Try these tips to get them out and active.
Guidelines for young people aged 5 to 18, for general health and fitness.
Advice for parents on how to recognise the symptoms and causes of children's headaches and how to treat them.
Make sure your child's lunchbox provides a healthy, nutritionally balanced lunch.
Maintaining a healthy weight is vital for children. If your child is aged 6-12 years old and is underweight, a good diet is key.
Information and advice for parents on coping with a teenager, including dealing with challenging behaviour.
10 tips for parents on keeping kids' teeth healthy, including cutting out sugary drinks and snacks.
How a learning disability is diagnosed, and sources of support if you are told your child has one.
If your child has a long-term health condition, they may need support at school. Find out what to expect.
Advice and information for parents who may be worried about their teenage child.
Cooking for a family, including a fussy eater or two? These tips will help your kids get their 5 A Day.
Bone-boosting diet and exercise tips to help your child build strong, healthy bones for life.
Find out how much sleep your child needs, from newborns to 16 year olds.
Need ways to keep the kids occupied this summer? Suggestions for healthy activities that cost little or nothing.
If you're worried about a child you think has a problem, getting them to talk about it can really help.
Bullying is a big concern for many parents and carers. Find out what you can do to help your child.
Where to get support if a child has lost a loved one or has a loved one who is dying.
Tips for parents on when to talk to girls (and boys) about periods, and what to tell them.
Tips to help you talk openly about drugs with your child.
Talking to children about your cancer may be difficult, but these tips can make it easier for you and them.
Keep your child's bedroom free from electronic distractions and help them sleep better.
Ways to spot if a child has been sexually exploited and what to do.
All children miss school occasionally due to illness. But not every minor health issue has to mean a day off.
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Get advice on dealing with common sleep problems affecting babies, children and teenagers
How to give vegetarian or vegan children all the energy and nutrients they need, including protein, calcium, vitamin B12 and omega-3
Which vaccines your child needs and at what age they should have them
Find out about adopting or fostering a child from care, the health issues and post-adoption support and services
Find out what you and your daughter's rights are when it comes to cervical cancer vaccination
Articles about puberty, including the stages of puberty in boys and girls, tips to help parents prepare their children and common Q&As;
Find out how you can work with your child's school to help keep them healthy and happy
Find out how to support someone with a learning disability, including their education and coping with challenging behaviour
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