Parenting Advice From Your Physicians at Kaiser Permanente

Bug Bites – The Basics

Worried about your kid's bug bites? Here’s some information to keep your child itch-free after spending time outdoors this summer. READ MORE

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... READ MORE

Why Spanking Is Not Okay

Spanking isn’t good for any child. Pediatricians at Kaiser Permanente and the American Academy of Pediatrics agree – spanking is a poor way to discipline a child. But parents often ask: Why not spank to teach a child right from wrong? READ MORE

The ABC and Ds of Vitamins for Babies

All babies need vitamins to grow and stay healthy. Parents are often surprised when we recommend a daily vitamin drop for their breastfed infant. While babies get plenty of vitamin A, B, and C through breast milk, they don’t usually get enough vitamin D. READ MORE

Protect Your Child from Wildfire Smoke

Wildfires continue to burn in several Northern California counties. We know this may be a difficult time for you and your family, and we’re here to help. READ MORE

Cold or Allergies in Kids? How to Tell the Difference

Not sure if your kid has a lingering cold or seasonal allergies? Learn the key differences and when to call your pediatrician. READ MORE

Home Safety for Your Growing Child

Once both of my kids were in elementary school, they started doing things more independently – showering on their own, walking to school together, sometimes even assembling their own PB&J for lunch. But the night my daughter slipped on a wet floor getting into the shower was a sobering reminder that parental supervision – and babyproofing the home – is never really finished, even after... READ MORE

How to Calm a Crying Baby

All babies cry some, and some cry a lot. Others have colic and cry for hours straight most evenings. No matter which kind of baby you have, the crying is hard on both of you! READ MORE