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The following printable articles cover a range of health topics, with tips for parents, tips for kids and teens and recommended reading/viewing put together by the pediatric experts at CHOC. These articles 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.

April 24, 2025

Body care tips for girls with autism

Discover essential body care tips for girls with autism to stay fresh, clean and confident while navigating the changes of puberty.
April 20, 2025

20 Years of heartfelt service: Adriana’s journey volunteering at CHOC

This May, Adriana celebrates 20 years and 2,700+ hours of volunteer service at CHOC, inspired by her recovery from a traumatic brain injury.
April 18, 2025

Cómo abordar el mutismo selectivo en niños

Conozca los signos, síntomas y tratamiento del mutismo selectivo en niños, incluidos los mitos sobre el raro trastorno de ansiedad infantil.
April 14, 2025

Melodies of hope: Aolani and Max’s journey with autism and music

Aolani and Max, siblings diagnosed with autism, embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery through music with their family’s loving support.
April 7, 2025

Body care tips for boys with autism

Discover essential body care tips for boys with autism to stay fresh, clean, and confident while navigating the changes of puberty.
April 2, 2025

Comprenda el trastorno de evitación/restricción de la ingesta de alimentos (ARFID)

Conozca más sobre este nuevo trastorno de salud mental en el que una persona limita la cantidad y el tipo de alimento que consume en función de las diferentes características del alimento.
March 30, 2025

5 Tips for caregivers to boost patient-doctor communication

Clear communication between doctors and caregivers can help boost patient-doctor communication, build trust, and improve your child’s health outcomes.
March 26, 2025

How to prepare your teen to eat healthy while in college

A clinical dietician at CHOC shares tips for parents to prepare their teen to eat healthy in college, from cooking skills to smart snack choices.
March 21, 2025

Baby-led weaning vs. spoon-feeding: Which is best for your baby’s first foods?

Explore the pros and cons of baby-led weaning vs. spoon-feeding to find the best method for introducing solids to your baby.
March 19, 2025

How to help when your child doesn’t want to go to school

Get help when your child doesn’t want to go to school and prevent issues like truancy and low self-esteem while supporting their well-being.
March 13, 2025

La comunidad como medicina: cómo construir una comunidad para usted y su hijo y beneficiarse de ella

Obtenga consejos sobre cómo construir una comunidad para usted y su hijo.
March 12, 2025

Patient’s journey illustrates strength of neuro-oncology programs at CHOC, Rady Children’s

Trent Cirigliano, 13, spent two years at CHOC and Rady Children’s for treatment of a brain tumor that included proton therapy and a clinical trial.
March 10, 2025

Easton’s cranioversary: Strength beyond the scar

At five months old, Easton had cranial vault remodeling to correct skull shape abnormalities. Now, he celebrates his ‘cranioversary’ or ‘scar day’ each year.
March 7, 2025

Influenza B: What parents should know

With influenza B cases on the rise, a CHOC expert offers advice to parents about the virus.
March 4, 2025

Measles outbreaks: What parents need to know

Measles is one of the most contagious infections. To prevent the spread of measles, about 95% or more of the population must be immunized.