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Parenting Advice From Your Physicians at Kaiser Permanente

Raising a Resilient Child

Raising a Resilient Child

I was raised by a single mother in New York City until I was about 13. During those early days, she worked and went to graduate school. I went to school and took the city bus home to a small apartment. It was a good life – with some challenges. As a parent now, I can see my mother would have protected me from these challenges if she could have.

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Understanding Night Terrors: A Guide for Concerned Parents

Understanding Night Terrors: A Guide for Concerned Parents

Night terrors can be scary for a parent to witness, but the first thing I want you to know is this: your child is safe. I’ve been there—awakened in the night by a screaming, inconsolable 3-year-old, wishing I could comfort him somehow. Even as a pediatrician, I felt helpless in those moments. The good news is that night terrors are usually harmless, and most children...

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Kids and Chatbots: What Parents Should Know

Kids and Chatbots: What Parents Should Know

Have you ever played with some of the popular AI chatbots out there? I’m a pediatrician, and I first heard about AI chatbots from some of my patients. Out of curiosity, I decided to explore a popular platform where you can “chat” with famous personalities. I found myself talking to the Wright Brothers about their inspiration for building the first airplane. I even asked “Snoop...

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Why Does Your Baby Need the Hepatitis B Vaccine?

Why Does Your Baby Need the Hepatitis B Vaccine?

Bringing a new baby into the world is exciting, joyful—and a little overwhelming at the same time. As pediatricians, one of our jobs is to help you sort through all the choices for keeping you’re your child healthy. One of the very first steps we recommend is the hepatitis B (HepB) vaccine, given soon after birth. Here is why your baby needs this important vaccine:...

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