Parenting Advice From Your Physicians at Kaiser Permanente

The News About Eczema

It sounds like the old riddle about a newspaper – what’s black and white and read all over? – but a bit different. What’s red and itchy and dry all over? Eczema! READ MORE

Teens, Piercings, and Tattoos

My teen wants to get a tattoo or piercing. How should I respond and how can I help them do this safely? READ MORE

What Are These White Patches on My Child’s Face?

During and after the summer season, we get lots of questions from parents about white patches appearing on their kids’ cheeks. Of course, without seeing your child’s skin, I can’t tell you for sure what they are – you’ll need to reach out to your pediatrician for that. But in most cases, they’re what’s called pityriasis alba. Pityriasis alba is a common, benign (non-harmful) skin... READ MORE

Should You Say “Yes” to a Pet?

Are your kids begging you to get a pet? I’ve been there! Cats, dogs, guinea pigs, a hamster, chickens, even an octopus! We’ve had almost all possible childhood pets living at my house. READ MORE

When and How to Give Your Baby Peanut Foods

Research shows that we can help prevent some food allergies by providing small amounts of foods like peanut butter early, at around 4 to 6 months. READ MORE

Caring for Your Baby’s Skin

Newborn babies’ skin is often red, blotchy, and bumpy but most of these imperfections are nothing to worry about! READ MORE

How to Treat Icky Impetigo

If you are seeing crusty sores around your child’s nose or mouth, they probably have “impetigo.” Many parents will tell me their child has “infantigo” – which isn’t a bad name for this easily treatable skin infection commonly found in young kids!   READ MORE

Holiday Travel Tips for Families

The busy holiday travel season is upon us! It’s an exciting time, but after the past few years of pandemic-related restrictions, traveling with little ones can feel daunting. The good news is that with a little preparation, families of young children can travel more smoothly.  READ MORE