My son recently wrecked his knee in a skateboarding trick gone wrong. How do I get him through surgery and recovery?  Adolescents  When you crash and burn and immediately have a burst of pain or when your medical provider examines you and has that look on their face, you know something is seriously wrong. So […]

I’m pregnant and having a lot of anxiety about breastfeeding. How should I prepare?  Adults A lot of people think breastfeeding is natural. But in reality, those first three weeks are rough. Breastfeeding is like a dance between mother and baby. The mom has to learn the steps, and each child is different. So, with […]

What is the normal timing and types of motor development in the first years of life? Newborns through kindergartners Motor development in the first years of life is fascinating. Physical activity in kids starts with a usual progression of skills that allow a child to roll, pick things up, sit, stand and eventually walk. There […]

There’s a lot going on in my life. I know I need to take care of myself, but how exactly do I get there?  Adults  As the pandemic continues and social unrest compounds our stress and uncertainty, we are all facing multiple layers of tension. Between families and communities, we are all attempting to safeguard […]

These are chaotic times. How do I find light in the darkness and share it with my family?  All ages With so much uncertainty swirling around the pandemic, paired with the pain, passion and raw energy sparking a new movement for social justice and equity, daily life is anything but routine. As a larger community, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]