The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has compiled resources for families to use during the challenging days and weeks of social distancing, home isolation, and mental health needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. We’re adding other resources you may find useful as you navigate this difficult time.
AAP
- News release on managing stress and child discipline
- News release on managing children’s media use
- HealthyChildren.org article on Positive Parenting & COVID-19: 10 Tips to Help Keep the Calm at Home
- HealthyChildren.org article on Social Distancing: Why Keeping Your Distance Helps Keep Others Safe
- HealthyChildren.org article on Working and Learning from Home During the COVID-19 Outbreak
- HealthyChildren.org article: Hand Washing: A Powerful Antidote to Illness
- HealthyChildren.org article: Talking to Children About Tragedies & Other News Events
- HealthyChildren.org article: Ask the Pediatrician: Are there shortages of infant formula due to COVID-19?
- HealthyChildren.org article: COVID-19: Information for Families of Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs
- HealthyChildren.org article on Coping with a New Baby During COVID-19
