Parent and Family Resources

Mental Health Check-Up For Back To School

Categories:

• Wellness

Topics:

• Mental Health

August 22, 2022

From kindergarten to college: Dr. Michelle Brenes provides mental health tips for families as they prepare to head back to school.

It’s a Jungle Out There; Protect Your Child’s Online Mental Health

Categories:

• Wellness

Topics:

• School
• Psychology
• Parent Resources

August 15, 2022

Time spent online or on social media may damage a child’s mental health. Learn why and how to set boundaries on screen time.

Smoke Signals: Signs Your Child May Be Vaping

Categories:

• Wellness

Topics:

• School
• Pulmonology
• Parent Resources

August 15, 2022

Vaping is dangerous, but an alarming number of teens and kids are using e-cigarettes. Know the signs and get tips for preventing or stopping vaping.

Is Melatonin Safe for Children?

Categories:

• Wellness

Topics:

• Sleep Medicine

August 15, 2022

by: Heidi Cohen

Heidi Cohen, MD, a pediatric emergency medicine specialist, gives her take on the safety of melatonin for children having trouble sleeping.

What to Do When Tests Give Your Student Anxiety

Categories:

• Wellness

Topics:

• School
• Parent Resources
• Psychology

August 08, 2022

Do school tests throw your child into a tailspin? Test anxiety is common, but there are steps you can take to help. We have tips and more info.

Kids Need Some Z’s Before Learning the ABCs

Categories:

• Wellness

Topics:

• School
• Parent Resources
• Sleep Medicine

August 03, 2022

Sleep is important to help children do well in school. Get tips for re-establishing good sleep habits before school starts.

What is a Cleft Palate?

Categories:

• Wellness

Topics:

• Cleft and Craniofacial

July 06, 2022

by: Margaret Grell

Find out how a cleft palate can affect your baby — and how a multidisciplinary approach to treatment can help.

Where are Pediatric Residents Going for Fellowships?

Categories:

• Physician Newsletter

Topics:

• Summer 2022

July 05, 2022

by: Joe D Staff

Find out where Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital Pediatric Residents are going for their fellowship.

May was Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month

Categories:

• Physician Newsletter

Topics:

• Summer 2022

July 05, 2022

by: Joe D Staff

Every May, we proudly share success stories and advocate for positive changes in the life of those with Cystic Fibrosis (CF). 

Meet the Physician – Dr. John Dentel

Categories:

• Physician Newsletter

Topics:

• Summer 2022

July 05, 2022

by: Joe D Staff

We are pleased to introduce Dr. John Dentel to our Pediatric Cardiac Surgery team!