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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Articles
Mononucleosis (mono) myths debunked
A CHOC expert addresses common myths and facts about mononucleosis (mono) or “the kissing disease” in kids and teens.
Pectus excavatum surgery sparks a passion for helping others: Avery’s story
After receiving the Nuss procedure for pectus excavatum at CHOC, Avery was inspired to become a mentor to help other teen patients.
Weight loss medications for treating teen obesity: What parents should know
A CHOC expert offers advice to parents about the safety and effectiveness of weight loss medications for treating obesity in teens.
10 quick tips for helping kids and teens maintain a healthy weight
To help prevent childhood obesity, a CHOC expert offers tips on how kids and teens can maintain healthy eating and exercise habits.
How to make eating healthy fun for kids and teens
In honor of March’s National Nutrition Month, a CHOC dietitian gives parents tips to help make healthy eating and nutrition fun for kids.
Wildfires and children’s health: What parents should know
A CHOC pediatrician offers tips to keep kids safe during wildfires and discusses how climate change may be impacting kids’ health.