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 Total Pediatrics. 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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What pediatricians want parents to know about HMPV (human metapneumovirus)
A Rady Children’s Health pediatrician answers parents’ most common questions about human metapneumovirus (HMPV) — what it is, how it’s treated, and when to call your doctor.
From Wellness on Wheels to the boxing ring
Asthma once held Aaliyah back. With support from Rady Children’s Wellness on Wheels, she’s now singing in the choir and stepping into the boxing ring.
Are kids getting enough calcium and vitamin D? What to look for
Learn why calcium and vitamin D are essential for children’s bone health and how to make sure your child gets enough of both nutrients.
What are common nutrient deficiencies in children? Causes, symptoms and solutions
Discover the most common nutrient deficiencies in children, why they occur and simple ways to support healthy growth.
Entendiendo las líneas de ayuda para el suicidio
¿Qué pasa cuando llamas a una línea de ayuda para suicidio? Descubre quién responde, qué hacen y cómo estas llamadas pueden ayudar en una crisis de salud mental.
Why childhood vaccines still matter, now more than ever
Discover why childhood vaccines still matter, protecting kids from preventable diseases and safeguarding families and communities today.
