We’ve all heard the bad news about children’s mental health. Kids are more anxious and depressed than ever before. And…
Author: Ronel Hentschel
As a board-certified pediatrician at Kaiser Permanente, I regularly talk to parents who are worried their child might have diabetes.…
Two summers ago, I drove cross country with my husband. During the drive from California to DC, we hit some…
The WHAT There are some key steps to take before starting the conversation: Ensure that you are emotionally and mentally…
When parents break up, a family is faced with major life changes, and individual family members and even entire families…
Looking for the perfect summer camp? Whether your child loves outdoor adventures, STEM activities, sports, or the arts, there’s a…
Feeling anxious about sending your child away to camp this summer? Fret no more. This list of life skills reminds…
Spring break can be both a blessing and a curse as parents try to make each year more memorable than…
When my daughter turned 15, she had outgrown summer camps but wasn’t yet old enough to work at most places,…
One of the great luxuries of my teaching career was spending summertime with my children. My kids took field trips…
Worried that your child will suffer a serious hankering for home during her first camp experience this summer? While homesickness…
School’s almost out. You found the perfect day camp for your little artist, swimmer or scientist, but you’re worried because…
The first time my kids went to camp, I helped them pack the perfect bag. It had clothes picked for…
Feeling anxious about sending your child away to camp this summer? Fret no more. This list of life skills reminds…
Getting Ready for Camp
Summer camps are more than just summer playgrounds; they’re transformative experiences that shape a child’s growth and independence while building…

