little girl clinging to her dad

Dealing with pandemic-induced separation anxiety in kids

Children and families are finally resuming some of their pre-pandemic activities, such as summer camp, vacations and in-person school. For some kids, this return will also trigger separation anxiety.

group of boys sitting on a tree branch

Five tips from pediatricians to get ready for a summer of ‘normal’

Returning to our usual routines this summer isn’t as simple as putting on our swimsuits and heading out the door.

dad comforting toddler having tantrum

Toddler tantrums: why they happen and how to respond

Generally, letting a toddler work through their tantrum without giving them much physical or verbal attention is ideal.

boy with autism blowing bubbles

Preparing your child with autism for summer break

As you head into the summer break, here are several strategies to help your child with autism keep a predictable routine.

girl reading negative comments on a laptop

The pandemic and cyberbullying

Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, youth are spending a lot more time online. However, spending more time online can also lead to an increased risk of cyberbullying.