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 Edinger Pediatrics. 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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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.
What pediatricians want parents to know about HMPV (human metapneumovirus)
A Rady Children’s Health pediatrician answers parents’ most common questions about human metapneumovirus (HMPV) — what it is, how it’s treated, and when to call your doctor.
From Wellness on Wheels to the boxing ring
Asthma once held Aaliyah back. With support from Rady Children’s Wellness on Wheels, she’s now singing in the choir and stepping into the boxing ring.
Are kids getting enough calcium and vitamin D? What to look for
Learn why calcium and vitamin D are essential for children’s bone health and how to make sure your child gets enough of both nutrients.
