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 Orange Docs of Kids. 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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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.