It can feel concerning when your child starts eating much less than usual. A favourite meal may be left unfinished, snacks may no longer interest them, or your child may say they are full after only a few mouthfuls. Loss of appetite in children can happen for many reasons. It may be linked to a recent illness, tiredness, constipation, teething, mouth discomfort, stress, changes in routine, or a natural change in growth and eating patterns. Some children may also eat less when

Ear pain can feel very big in a child’s world. One moment your child may seem well, and the next they may be crying, tugging at their ear, waking through the night, or telling you that their ear feels sore, blocked, or strange. For babies and younger children who cannot explain what hurts, parents may notice changes such as fussiness, poor feeding, trouble sleeping, or wanting to be held more often. Ear pain in children can happen for many reasons. Sometimes, it may follow a

Clinical insight from Dr Charmaine Teo of Joyful Seeds Paediatric and Developmental Clinic. Watch her full interview on FindClinic.sg. It often starts with small moments that do not quite add up. Your child loves stories at bedtime but struggles to recognise letters they have seen many times before. Spelling tests bring tears, even after hours of practice. The reading pile feels heavier each week, and homework slowly becomes a quiet battle. You wonder if your child is just de