Parenting Resources
The following guides and articles cover a range of health topics, with tips for parents, tips for kids and teens, recommended reading/viewing, and crisis resources put together by the pediatric experts at CHOC and SOCPA. These guides are not meant to replace your child’s professional healthcare team, but rather, to supplement it by giving you helpful tips and tools all in one place.
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Why back-to-school worries are common, and how grown-ups can help!
Struggling with back-to-school anxiety? Learn how to recognize signs, ease your child’s worries and support them with practical tips.
Breastfeeding benefits, support and resources for new parents
Discover key breastfeeding benefits for baby and mom, plus essential support and local resources to help new parents succeed on their breastfeeding journey.
Back-to-school vaccines: What parents need to know for a healthy start to the year
Get your child ready with essential back-to-school vaccines. Dr. Angela Dangvu shares key tips on timing, safety and requirements.
4 Healthy habits for back-to-school success
Build healthy habits for back to school by learning how to get organized and focused. These simple tips help reduce stress and make more time for fun.
Helping kids practice mindfulness to boost focus and lower stress
Learn how kids and mindfulness reduce stress and build resilience with practical strategies from pediatric psychologist Dr. Sarah Ruiz.
8 Tips for raising a summer reader
Keep your child excited about books with practical tips for raising a summer reader, from library visits to creative activities and reading routines.
