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 Rady Children’s 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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Strep throat: What parents should know
Could your child’s sore throat be strep? Learn the common signs of strep throat, when to get tested and what treatment may involve.
What parents should know about artificial food dyes this Halloween and natural alternatives to try
Learn what parents should know about artificial food dyes this Halloween, plus natural alternatives, healthy treat ideas and fun kitchen science activities.
¿Cómo pueden las redes sociales afectar el estado de ánimo de los adolescentes?
Aprenda cómo las redes sociales pueden afectar el estado de ánimo de los adolescentes, desde los cambios emocionales y las comparaciones con otras personas hasta el estrés y el bienestar emocional.
What should I expect when bringing my child with autism or another neurodevelopmental disorder to the emergency department?
Visiting the emergency department with a child with autism? Learn how to prepare, what to expect, and how care teams support neurodiverse children.
Helping your child stay healthy especially during flu season
Learn how to support your child’s immune system during flu season with nutrition, sleep, exercise, hydration and healthy hygiene habits.
Is raw milk safe for kids?
After a recent E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese, here’s what parents need to know about protecting their children from foodborne illness.
