Causes and treatments for common coughs in kids and teens During cold and flu season, many families may have members coughing for days or weeks. With a wide range of…
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Are vegetarian and vegan (plant-based) diets safe for kids?
…or vegan diet for many health- or culture-related reasons, so their younger kids may grow up with a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle. Other kids and teens may decide to become…
Teaching kids about kindness
…kids and teens to be kind Model Although this may sound redundant, modeling kindness is the best way to help a child understand kindness. When they see you be kind,…
How to choose a pediatrician
…babies to teens, pediatricians from CHOC’s Primary Care Network partner with parents to offer immunizations, sick visits, sports physicals and more. Find a Pediatrician How do I find a pediatrician?…
How to help your teen practice good hygiene habits
Are good hygiene habits part of your teen’s routine? Check out these easy reminders to help keep your teen happy and healthy, and continue these habits into adulthood. Understanding the…
Keeping dancers healthy and injury-free
…more common? We learned about ACL injuries in soccer players and, you know, pre-teens. Is dance similar to that? Dr. Chris Koutures: I think you will see the majority of…
Healing through music
…soul searching, or however you want to speak to these teens and tweens? Let them know how music can really help them to have a more positive mental health. Amy…
Be a Good Car Passenger
…says. Parents should talk to their teens about their behavior as passengers, and remind their teens that if they feel uncomfortable as a passenger, they should call their parents. Dr….
S.M.A.R.T.I.E.S. Class Helps Kids Manage Type 1 Diabetes
…and classes designed to enhance the quality of life for patients. S.M.A.R.T.I.E.S. (Smart Kids/Teens Managing and Regulating their Insulin, Exercise and Sugars), a special class that provides education to newly…
How to cultivate moments of mindfulness with your kids
…a few a minutes per day. For elementary school children start with three to ten minutes minutes twice daily. Teens and adults start with five minutes and then gradually go…
Preparing Your Child for an Active Shooter Scenario
…who should drop whatever they are doing and follow mom and dad. Perez encourages parents of teens to talk to them about ignoring any tendencies to explore loud noises or…
Talking politics with your kids: Advice for parents
…– this can be an overwhelming and stressful time for children and teens as well. Dr. Taylor offers the following tips for parents worried about how to talk to kids…
