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Estate Planning for Parents with Young Children

December 23, 2022 Leave a Comment

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I’ve heard that parents with young children need estate planning. Is this true?  Adults  Estate planning has evolved in ways that genuinely benefit families with minor children. The focus is more on people, and less on things. (“Who do I want to protect if something happens to me” instead of “what do I want to […]

Filed Under: Ask the Experts Tagged With: Barbara Johnson, guide, mental health, tips

What to Know About RSV

November 22, 2022 Leave a Comment

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What do I need to know about RSV to protect my kids? 0 to 2 Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is common, and one of the many viruses that cause respiratory illness — illnesses of the nose, throat and lungs. For healthy children, RSV symptoms resemble a common cold, but it may lead some immunosuppressed and […]

Filed Under: Ask the Experts Tagged With: Dr. Jenna Timboe, health, parenting tips

Holiday Health

November 2, 2022 Leave a Comment

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With the holiday rush here, how do I keep my family healthy, fit and safe? All ages With the upcoming holidays, there’s a lot of focus on meals, preparing for family gatherings, and for families with little ones, creating safe and enjoyable celebrations. The holidays are a wonderful time for creating memories, but it is […]

Filed Under: Ask the Experts, Health & Wellness Tagged With: doctors, Fitness, safety

Halloween Health & Safety

September 30, 2022 Leave a Comment

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We love Halloween, but are still concerned about COVID-19 exposure and things like monkeypox. How can I keep my kids safe while letting them have fun?  All ages Halloween is a favorite holiday for many children and adults alike. From the decor to the costumes, the day’s festivities certainly spark the imagination. As a pediatrician, […]

Filed Under: Ask the Experts Tagged With: Coronavirus, Dr. Maryann Davies, Halloween, health, safety

Football Fears

July 25, 2022 1 Comment

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My son wants to join the football team at school but I’m worried about concussions. If I let him join, how can I keep him safe?  Adolescents and teens  There has been a growing amount of concern regarding traumatic head injuries in high school football. According to a recent study of high school football injuries, […]

Filed Under: Ask the Experts Tagged With: Jacob Verket, safety, sports

Parenting Through Trauma

June 27, 2022 Leave a Comment

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How do I help guide my kids through the trauma of school shootings? All ages  Earthquake drills. Fire drills. These types of emergency preparations have long been part of student life in Orange County schools. These days, unfortunately, many children have something else built into their school schedules: active shooter drills, to prepare them for […]

Filed Under: Ask the Experts Tagged With: mental health

COVID Anxieties

May 24, 2022 1 Comment

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My children have been worried about the possibility of COVID cases getting bad again. What can I do to soothe them even when I don’t know what might happen? All ages This is a great question and one that is coming up frequently with many families.  While the past two years have felt like an […]

Filed Under: Ask the Experts

Talking About Homelessness

April 14, 2022 Leave a Comment

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My little boy asked me why his friend has been staying at a hotel for the past month. How do I address these sensitive topics, such as homelessness, with my young son? All ages Having complex conversations with our children is one of the most challenging, yet rewarding, parts of being a parent. This is […]

Filed Under: Ask the Experts

Social Media and Mental Health

March 21, 2022 Leave a Comment

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How can I keep my kids safe from the mental health risks of social media?  All ages Children’s access, reliance and relationship with technology has skyrocketed in the past two years. Online schooling, increased dependence on laptops during the pandemic and isolation have directly impacted how children interact with technology. Many children became reliant on […]

Filed Under: Ask the Experts Tagged With: mental health

School Heroes of Orange County

February 23, 2022 Leave a Comment

Orange County Superintendent of Schools Al Mijares, Ph.D., talks Top Teachers, Employees and Leaders, and how they continue going above and beyond no matter what the challenge. Parenting OC: How has the 2021-2022 school year gone so far? Al Mijares: It has become something of a cliche to say that this is a year like […]

Filed Under: Ask the Experts, Top Teachers & Employees Tagged With: Jessica Peralta

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