Kindergartenkind

Subtle Signals Can Be Crucial: Early Signs of Angelman Syndrome

Mother Discusses Angelman Syndrome "This Is Not a Normal Developmental Delay"

A mother trusts her instincts–and receives a rare diagnosis. FITBOOK interview reveals insight into the early signs of Angelman Syndrome.

Talking Stuffed Animals and AI Toys in Focus: A Cambridge Study Highlights Opportunities and Potential Risks for Children

In children Certain Toys Can Change Behavior

AI Toys Promise Learning and Fun: Cambridge Research Shows Their Impact on Development and Unanswered Questions

Does My Child Have a Concussion? KEKS Test Helps Parents

Initial Assessment Recognizing a Concussion in Toddlers with the KEKS Test

The KEKS test includes the most common symptoms that may indicate a concussion following a head injury.

Possible Causes and Treatment When a Tic Disorder Becomes Tourette Syndrome

Why tourette syndrome is often misunderstood: symptoms, progression, and current treatment approaches explained.

Halloween with a Twist: Three Healthy Snacks for Kids

Creepy, Delicious and Quick Healthy Halloween Snacks for Kids in the Air Fryer

These Airfryer Halloween snacks offer spooky fun without the sugar—healthy, creative, and perfect for kids.

NCL is little known and difficult to diagnose. An expert explains the key aspects of early detection and research.

Interview with Expert Diagnosing Childhood Dementia: Why NCL Is Often Detected Too Late

NCL Steals Children's Language and Vision: An Expert Explains Why Diagnosis and Research Are Crucial

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) ADHD in Children: How to Recognize Symptoms Early

ADHD in Children: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Effective Therapies – Key Points Explained Simply

Researchers have found that childhood loneliness appears to negatively impact the risk of developing dementia in later life.

According to the study Lonely Childhood Significantly Increases Dementia Risk in Old Age

Researchers have found in a new study that a lonely childhood is a significant factor in the risk of developing dementia in old age.

Dangerous for Children Consumer Advocates Warn of Life-Threatening Risks from Counterfeit Labubus

Fluffy Labubus may look like harmless children's toys or accessories, but counterfeit versions can pose a life-threatening risk.

New Genetic Test Genetic Risk for Obesity Can Apparently Be Detected in Children

Mega Study Shows: A Genetic Risk Score Can Indicate Obesity in Toddlers

Physical activity in childhood not only brings joy but also offers numerous additional benefits, such as improving gross motor skills,…

Supporting Motor Skills Why Children Should Balance, Hop, and Climb–and How to Encourage It

Exercise Benefits Children: How Jumping, Hopping, and Climbing Enhance Development, Focus, and Health

Study Sounds the Alarm Only one in five children gets enough exercise

Children Are Not Active Enough–Despite Their Natural Urge to Move A study reveals alarming trends.

Recommendations and Tips Your Child Spends Hours in Front of the TV? Here's What You Need to Know

How Much Is Too Much? Current Recommendations on Screen Time and Age-Appropriate Use of Digital Content

Popular in the Heat Why Slush Ice Can Be Dangerous for Children

Heat, Colors, Risk: Slush Ice Often Contains Glycerin–a Substance That Can Pose a Danger to Children. FITBOOK Explains the Risks.

Fever is just the beginning of the symptoms.

Diagnosis and Treatment Kawasaki Syndrome: Symptoms of the Heart Disease That Primarily Affects Children

The syndrome is the most common acquired heart disease in childhood. It starts with harmless symptoms that, however, can become dangerous.

Truly Important Measures Children Often Drown Right in Front of Their Parents

Letting children learn to swim early protects them from drowning. But that's not enough on its own. What else parents should consider.

Health Risks Melatonin for Kids Tested! "Stiftung Warentest" Advises Against All Products

Melatonin Products for Children Often Incorrectly Dosed, Unsafely Packaged, and Potentially Harmful, Says Stiftung Warentest

Underestimated Danger Sunburns in Children? Far from Rare

Sunburn in children is not uncommon. FITBOOK explains how to effectively keep UV radiation at bay.

Experts at BILD Children's Health Summit "Bridging the Gap Between Highly Informed and Uninformed"

Early Education, Exercise, Vaccination: These Topics Dominated the 2025 Children's Health Summit. FITBOOK Was There and Reports.

Ingredients Lists of 33 Products Analyzed "Valuable Grains"? What's Really in Children's Cookies

A market analysis reveals that many children's cookies contain little whole grain. Examples of such health-sounding claims on children's cookies include:

Study Shows Three million child deaths are attributed to this treatment

Antibiotic resistance in children can become very dangerous. This is demonstrated by a study that published figures on previous fatalities.

ENT Explained Tonsillitis: Young Children Often Exhibit Different Symptoms

Stomach Pain Instead of Sore Throat? How Tonsillitis Manifests in Children–and When They Can Return to Daycare

Particularly Dangerous Pneumonia: What to Watch for in Children

Often hard to detect but potentially deadly: How pneumonia presents in children. Preventive measures that help.

FITBOOK Interview Mother on Her Son's Wilms Tumor: "Suddenly, Time Raced"

Samantha Alfonso shares how Damiano's Wilms tumor changed her life—and the message she wants to convey to other parents.

Tips for Parents Three-Day Fever in Children–Causes, Symptoms, and Progression

Sudden High Fever, Then Rash: Everything About Causes, Symptoms, and Proper Treatment of Three-Day Fever in Children

Many children suffer from an adenovirus infection.

One Virus Strain, Many Illnesses Adenovirus Infection in Children – Symptoms, Progression, and Prevention

There are neither medications nor a vaccine against adenoviruses—yet all children are exposed to this persistent pathogen.

Vomiting and Diarrhea Rotavirus in Children: Symptoms, Transmission and Protection

Rotavirus causes diarrhea, vomiting, and severe abdominal pain–and it can be particularly dangerous for children under the age of two.

Snow Blindness Especially Dangerous for Children

Children's Eyes Are Especially Sensitive What Is Snow Blindness and How Dangerous Is It?

UV radiation can also harm the eyes. Here's how to prevent snow blindness in children and protect their eyes optimally.

Gastrointestinal Infection Symptoms and Treatment of Norovirus in Children

Norovirus Is Highly Contagious–Why It Can Be Especially Problematic for Children, FITBOOK Explains

First Aid in Emergency Situations 3 Essential Steps to Revive Children

If a child suffers a cardiac arrest, first aid should be administered until the emergency doctor arrives.