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 Rady Children’s and Orange Doctors of Kids and Teens. 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 social media affect teens’ mood?
Learn how social media can affect teens’ mood, from emotional changes and comparison to stress and well-being. Discover what caregivers should know to support healthy social media habits.
Youth suicide prevention: What parents and caregivers need to know
Explore youth suicide prevention with Dr. Meredith Dennis, covering warning signs, open conversations, and life-saving support for families.
How to choose the right baby formula for your baby
Choosing a baby formula can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. A pediatrician explains what really matters when comparing infant formulas, common myths to avoid, and how to feed your baby safely.
Heat waves and water safety: What every parent and caregiver should know
Protect your family during heat waves with pediatrician-approved advice on preventing heat illness, staying cool, and keeping kids safe around water.
Supporting body positivity in children and teens
Expert insights on body positivity in children and teens, including early warning signs, social media pressures, and how families can build confidence.
Five tips to prepare a child with a chronic condition for school
The bottom line: start early. Talk with your child’s health care and school team, and make sure your child knows how to ask for help.
