Parenting Archives

May 22, 2026 In Health Issues

Is Your Child Feeling Anxious?

My colleagues and I have seen an increase in the number of anxious children coming through our doors in recent years. These kids have faced stress from the effects of COVID-19 on their families, friends, school routines, and social activities. They’ve heard news coverage of traumatic events such as wildfires, elections, and racial injustice. Their anxiety is understandable. Stress and anxiety is rising in kids...

February 2, 2026 In Family Life

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.

November 7, 2025 In Health Issues, Parenting

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?

June 30, 2025 In Infant Care

Advice to New Parents – From a Pediatrician

Congratulations! Welcome to the world of parenthood, where much is to be discovered—both about yourself and your new little one. While I can't promise smooth sailing, I can say that it will be the most unforgettable ride you'll ever take. Here are my top 10 tips to survive the first year of parenthood.

April 11, 2025 In Family Life

Parenting Resources: Our Top Recommendations

I recently worked with a team of pediatricians and health educators to create a list of resources to help you navigate the parenting path, answer your questions, and give you support.

March 19, 2025 In Family Life, Parenting

Making a Mess in the Kitchen? Why Cooking with Kids is Worth It

Teaching your kids to cook is one of the best (and most fun) ways to connect as a family, while also giving them skills they need for life. And if you put a little time in now, they will end up genuinely helping you later on!

February 12, 2025 In Parenting, Safety

4 Ways to Teach Young Children that “Love is Respect”

To prevent dating violence, teens need to know that love isn’t just about how they feel. It’s also about how they’re treated and how they treat others. We want them to really understand that “love is respect.” But this message doesn’t have to wait until kids are teens! It’s important for young children, too.

July 16, 2024 In Development

Stuttering – When Should a Parent Worry?

As parents, it’s easy to worry about almost anything! And something like stuttering, which can affect children in many ways for many years, can understandably generate a great deal of concern. Some degree and type of stuttering can be normal for young children. How does a parent know if how their child’s speech is developing normally, or if they need help for stuttering?

Parenting Advice From Your Physicians at Kaiser Permanente