Southern Orange County Pediatric Associates

02/12/2026

Ever wondered, “Am I doing screen time right?"
You’re not alone.

Phones, tablets, TVs, gaming systems and even AI tools are part of everyday life for today’s kids. And the latest guidance recognizes that parenting in a digital world isn’t about strict time limits, or even bans. It’s about balance, purpose and connection.

Visit the link below to see how families can approach screen time that supports a child's growth.

02/10/2026

Our Lake Forest office is temporarily closed for maintenance. Our other locations remain open, including our Irvine office, about 10 minutes away. Please call 949-770-4242 to schedule an appointment!

01/30/2026

You should call your doctor if your child has the following cold or flu symptoms:

🔵 A fever in a baby less than 2 months old.
🔵 A fever of 100.4 degrees or higher lasting more than three days.
🔵 Labored breathing including wheezing, fast breathing or shortness of breath.
🔵 Dehydration along with not eating or drinking.
🔵 Constant ear pain.
🔵 If your baby is under 1 month old with a re**al temperature of 100.4 °F (38°C) or above, take them to the emergency department right away.

Read more at the link below ⤵️

01/14/2026

Planning meals for your child can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. Our pediatric dietitians have curated a collection of easy, family-friendly recipes to help take the guesswork out of mealtime. From texture-modified meals to recipes tailored for specific dietary needs, or simply exploring a new cuisine, our Culinary Medicine recipe index has you covered.

Explore it today at the link below ⤵️

01/06/2026

12/26/2025

Learn how to spot, prevent and manage norovirus in children this winter.

Link in comments!

12/19/2025

Everyone in the family deserves care. 💙 These daily affirmations remind us to take a moment for our mental health and show ourselves compassion during tough and stressful times.

Find more tips and tools below.

11/18/2025

E-bikes are a fun and efficient way for kids and teens to get around, but they also come with new safety challenges.

At CHOC, we’re committed to helping families stay safe through education, advocacy and community partnerships that prevent childhood injuries before they happen.

As the lead agency for Safe Kids Orange County, California, CHOC works with local hospitals, schools, and first responders to address top causes of injury — from car crashes and drownings to falls and bicycle incidents.

This Injury Prevention Day, we’re reminding families to take these simple steps for e-bike safety:
• Always wear a properly fitted helmet
• Follow local traffic laws and ride in designated bike lanes
• Make sure e-bikes are the right size and speed for your child’s age and experience
• Stay visible with lights and bright clothing

Together, we can make every ride a safe one.

11/12/2025

Our friends at aMAYZing Kids are hosting a Sensitive Santa Event!

Come decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus and meet Santa in a calm, sensory-friendly setting…

Thursday, December 4th from 4:30-6:30pm at aMAYZing Kids, Rancho Santa Margarita.
The first 20 parents to RSVP will be entered into a holiday raffle! See the link below…

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1kV-TXfhNOUpEgCy-gARcB6JGrFdQNjAgGRNN0sZCU1Q/viewform?edit_requested=true

10/31/2025

👻Who you gonna call? … The Boo Boo Crew! 🎃

Our team is here to keep your little ghosts and goblins safe and healthy this Halloween!
Wishing all our families a fun and spooktacular evening filled with laughter and treats — and a reminder to stay safe while celebrating!

If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s health, our CHOC Nurse Line is available 24/7 to assist you. 1-844-GET-CHOC

10/29/2025

Halloween is the perfect time to have fun and celebrate this Spooktacular holiday with family and friends, but be sure to stay safe with these tips!

10/23/2025

🌟CONTEST CLOSED🌟

The winner for the 2025 CHOCO BEAR COSTUME CONTEST IS……

CHOCO-LATE KISSES!!! 🍫
Congratulations to our Irvine team for your creativity!!

Thank you to all who participated in making this year another successful and fun tradition!
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It’s The Annual CHOCO Bear Costume Contest and they are dressed to impress!!
Each office has dressed up their CHOCO and we would like for YOU to be the judge! Please comment below with your favorite! We know you love them all but please be specific in the comments the SINGLE Bear you are voting for!

1 - Wednesday Choco Addams
2 - KPop Choco
3 - Choco-late Kisses
4 - Kitty Choco
5 - Bamm-Bamm Choco
6 - Choco, the Friendly Ghost

👻 Voting ends 10/31 at 11:59pm