Healthy and active children

Physical activity is good for your child's health and development. Learn about the benefits of exercise, and how to encourage your child to be active.

Asthma is a common lung condition that affects your child’s breathing. Learn more about the symptoms and treatment of asthma in children.

Asthma is a lung condition that narrows your child’s airways. Learn about the symptoms and treatment of asthma, and how to manage an asthma attack.

Learn about tooth development in babies and children, brushing teeth, flossing, tooth decay, other dental problems and when to see a dentist.

Sport is good for your child's physical health. Sport also has psychological benefits for children and teaches them important life skills.

Healthy eating habits in children help them stay well and helps prevent illness. Learn about balanced diets, portion sizes and managing allergies.

Children are sometimes at risk of dehydration, especially in hot weather and when exercising. Read about how to keep them safe and healthy.

Good personal hygiene is important to keep your child clean and healthy. Read these tips on supporting your child to learn these skills.

Your child needs to exercise safely. Read about what equipment and activities are safe for them, and how much exercise they should be doing.

Healthy sleep is vital for your child's growth, learning and development. Find out how much sleep your child needs and how to help them sleep well.