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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How can I improve my child’s diet quality?
Learn ways to improve your child’s diet quality through the simple principles of promoting a balanced plate, increasing fiber consumption, and monitoring added sugar intake.
What is dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and how does it work?
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) helps teens and adults manage intense emotions and build healthier coping skills. Learn how it works.
How can you optimize your child’s sleep?
Struggling with your child’s sleep? A pediatric psychologist shares expert tips, common causes, and proven strategies to help kids sleep better.
From seeds to super: Growing your own sprouts and using them in meals
Grow your own sprouts this National Garden Month and enjoy them in a fresh, nutrient‑dense Garden Power Rice Bowl that supports simple, healthy cooking.
How do you support a child with OCD?
OCD in children can begin as early as age 8. Learn the signs, causes, and treatments with expert guidance for parents and caregivers.
What do the new USDA dietary guidelines for Americans really mean for your plate?
Here’s what the updated protein and fat recommendations mean for balanced, everyday eating.
