Strategies to Prioritize Mama’s Mental Health and Happiness
As a mom, the “mother load” can feel so heavy. How am I supposed to maintain a home, excel in a career, sustain friendships, be a loving wife, raise good humans and stay sane, let alone do . . .
Anxiety in Children: How to Identify Signs and Symptoms
As a parent, it’s natural to worry about the emotional well-being of children and teens, particularly when kids are navigating social and academic pressures, family stressors, the impacts of scree . . .
Health & Wellness Guide 2026
Whether you set an intention or make a plan, resolution or commitment, consider adding fitness, outdoor activity and a healthy lifestyle to the new year. San Diego Family's 2026 Health &am . . .
Lessons from a Sweet Tooth: What Parents Need to Know About Sugar
I won’t sugar coat this—it’s not uncommon for recovering addicts to use sweets to combat cravings. Why? Because sugar activates the same pleasure and reward pathways in the brain as nicotine a . . .
How Nutrition Impacts Brain Health for Kids
Did you know that one of the most powerful ways to support your child’s overall well-being is by understanding the role nutrition plays in brain health? What children eat directly impacts th . . .
What is Misophonia? How sound causes anger and frustration in kids
Not long after my 12-year-old daughter had (what I thought was) an extreme reaction to the sound of me eating a sandwich, we discovered she has a disorder known as misophonia. Misophonia is a neurol . . .
31 Ideas for Family Wellness
Prioritize wellness and self-care this year by establishing new habits that promote family health and help manage stress for yourself and the kids. There’s no need to feel overwhelmed by thi . . .
Check Your Family’s Mental Health and Where to Find Help
Mental health challenges among kids and teens have been on the rise, and in recent years they have skyrocketed. According to a recent joint declaration from the American Academy of Pediatrics, Ameri . . .
Pandemic Pitfalls: What to know about developmental delays in children
An interview with Tracy Tasker, MA, CCC-SLP
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers have observed an increasing number of children with developmental delays. While the numbers are con . . .
The Secret to Family Fitness: Focus on Playtime!
According to The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), “Play is brain building, a central part of healthy child development, a key to executive function skills, and a buffer against the negative i . . .
How Digital Devices Affect Eyes: What you need to know about Computer Vision Syndrome
Does your technology-fixated child ever complain of dry, irritated eyes? What about blurry vision, headaches, light sensitivity, neck and shoulder pain, or fatigue? You might look to his electronic . . .
How Nature Helps Beat the Winter Blues
San Diegans have some of the best weather in the country, but they are not immune to winter blues. While some people love snow trips and bundling up in warm clothes, others dread cooler weather and . . .
What’s the BUZZ: Are energy drinks safe for kids?
Perhaps you saw in the news recently that Panera has been charged with two deaths associated with a drink on their menu called Charged Lemonade. While there were likely special circumstances i . . .
New Year, New Moves: Fun ways to exercise as a family
Whether you have goals, resolutions, visions, mantras or targets for the New Year, one popular topic on people’s minds is exercise. And why not? In addition to helping prevent a slew o . . .
How to Keep Tabs on Stress and Anxiety in Kids
The pandemic created an undercurrent of anxiety that continues to impact families even while adjusting to working and schooling from home, wearing masks and social distancing. Combined with the unce . . .
2026 Family Fun Runs and 5K Events in San Diego County
Ready to start the year on the right foot? Here's a list of 2026 family fun runs and 5K running and walking events in San Diego County that the whole family can participate in. Get outside and have . . .
San Diego Cancer Support Groups and Resources
A cancer diagnosis is difficult for everyone involved. These local San Diego companies offer support and resources to help cancer patients and their families navigate the path to health and healing. . . .
How to Support Kids When a Parent Has Cancer
Many people know how to help friends or family members who have been diagnosed with cancer or another life-threatening or chronic disease. But when the diagnosed individual is a parent who is increasi . . .
Teaching Kids About Money
It's never too early (or late) for parents to teach kids about money. Specifically, to discuss saving, spending and borrowing money—and sharing our resources. According to Brad Benter, a fina . . .
How to Protect Kids from Anxiety Overload
Anxiety in kids is on the rise, and it doesn’t take too much digging to uncover some of the reasons why. With increased pressure inside and outside of the classroom, children’s performance is me . . .