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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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.
Swimsuit season confidence for teens: How parents can support positive body image
Discover practical tips for parents to help teens build swimsuit confidence and a positive body image this summer.
Active listening tips to improve parent-child communication
Discover practical active listening tips from a pediatric psychologist at CHOC to improve communication, build trust and strengthen your relationship with your child.
Fourth of July safety for kids: An ultimate guide
Discover helpful Fourth of July safety tips for kids, reviewed by CHOC community educator Amy Frias, to help families celebrate the holiday with more fun and fewer risks.
