The pandemic has made me want to be more prepared. What should I include in my family’s emergency kit? All ages As we begin the new school year (from a classroom or the living room), it’s the perfect opportunity to teach kids about the importance of being prepared. While the last several months have shown […]
Distance Learning Tips for Working Parents
I’m a manager at a large company and a mom. Do you have advice on how I can manage my team from home while also managing my kids’ distance learning? All ages I can certainly relate with many parents in this situation that balancing work and home life is often a struggle. And if your […]
Growth Spurts & Athletes: Less Physical Activity
I think my son has grown a lot recently. Is this normal considering he has been much less active? Adolescents Have you noticed that your teenage athlete had a big growth spurt over the last few months? I’ve seen several young athletes recently for annual physicals and found that many of them have grown quite […]
Picking the Right Tutor for Your Child
In a time when parents are exploring educational options for their kids, a tutoring expert offers tips on how to find the right service and tutor. With the majority of Orange County schools still teetering between distance learning and hybrid in-school programs, many children have been left with large developmental and educational gaps, leaving many […]
Far from Friends —Explaining a Pandemic to Young Kids
How can I talk to my young child about the pandemic so she understands the importance of measures such as social distancing, and not being able to see her friends? Ages 4-10 With OC public schools continuing distance learning this fall, I’ve had plenty of discussions with fellow parents lately about the challenges ahead. Kids […]
Adolescent Growth Spurts & Athletes: What’s Normal?
I think my son has grown a lot recently. Is this normal considering he has been much less active? Adolescent Growth Spurts Have you noticed that your teenage athlete had a big growth spurt over the last few months? I’ve seen several young athletes recently for annual physicals and found that many of them have […]
Skin Care Through COVID-19
I have “maskne” and dry hands from regular mask wearing and handwashing. How can I care for my skin while staying safe? All ages You are doing all the right things: washing your hands frequently, wearing a mask when out in public, getting the requisite sunlight needed to reduce stress and maintain your health. And […]
Virtual Dental Help
Q: My child is having dental issues, but I don’t feel comfortable taking them to a dental office. What is telehealth and how can my family use this while we are all trying to social distance? All ages Dental decay does not stop progressing because of a pandemic. More than ever, it is essential to […]
Kids Mental Health During COVID-19
Q: How do I know if COVID-19 is impacting my child’s mental health? All ages During the past several months of the COVID-19 pandemic, school closures, changes in routine, and loss of regular social connections have impacted the overall well-being of many of our kids. In stressful situations, our bodies release stress hormones to help […]
Estate Planning During COVID-19
Q: What should I know about estate planning during COVID-19? Adults Get started. Estate planning is an act of love. It is the process of planning for not only your affairs during incapacity but for the people you care about most at your death. For many, this is a task in a perpetual state of […]
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