Discovery Pediatrics

11/08/2025

Raising Mentally Resilient Kids
Every parent wants their child to be confident, kind, and strong enough to handle life’s challenges. But true resilience doesn’t just come from praise or protection—it’s built through guidance, emotional awareness, and learning to face discomfort safely.

This video shares powerful insights on how to help children grow into emotionally steady, adaptable adults. As pediatricians, we see every day how these small lessons shape lifelong mental health.

🎥 Watch here: https://youtu.be/avx4Ww9h3Tc?si=55ZeRfHLn6LqDnRg

It’s one of the best discussions we’ve seen on what actually helps children thrive—well worth the listen.

Today, let's welcome back renowned brain expert and child psychologist, Dr. Daniel Amen! We discuss mindful parenting, ways you can set goals with your child...

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween!

09/26/2025

COVID vaccine is now available in our office. We know it has become difficult to find and we have a limited supply. Please call to make an appointment. It is the Moderna mRNA vaccine called Spikevax and it’s approved for six months and older.

09/11/2025

Bump to Baby Sept 27
Do you know someone who's pregnant or just had a baby? Tell them about the Bump to Baby Expo coming to the Paseo Club. Use code: BUMP for free tickets 😍

Save your ticket to your phone!

09/10/2025

Flu vaccines are here! Please call for an appointment. We are also ordering COVID vaccines but don't have them yet.
661-259-8999

05/11/2025

Happy Mother's Day!

01/22/2025

we are closing early today due to the fires and staff needs to evacuate their homes. Thanks for your understanding and prayers.

01/22/2025

Hope you're all safe. We're planning to open at 1:30 but we will honor evacuation orders, of course. Hugs from all of us at Discovery Pediatrics.

01/10/2025

https://app.watchduty.org/
This app is a fantastic resource.
Hugs to all of you who are impacted by the devastating fires.
Please make sure you have any medication you or your children might need. This is a specific reminder about inhalers for anyone with a lung condition.
Hugs all around from the team at Discovery Pediatrics.

Real-time information about wildfire and firefighting efforts nearby

12/15/2024

Hope you're having a nice weekend.
Here's some advice from kids:
Very hard to argue or disagree with any of this.....

"Never trust a dog to watch your food."
* Patrick, age 10

"When your dad is mad and asks you, "Do I look stupid?' Don't answer."
Hannah, age 9

"Never tell your Mom her diet's not working."
Michael, age 14

"Stay away from prunes."
Randy, age 9

"Don't pull Dad's finger when he tells you to."
Emily, age 10

"When your Mom is mad at your dad, don't let her brush your hair."
Taylia, age 11

"Never let your three-year old brother in the same room as your school assignment."
Traci, age 14

"A puppy always has bad breath-even after eating a Tic-Tac." - Andrew, age 9

"Never hold a dustbuster and a cat at the same time."
Kyoyo, age 11

"You can't hide a piece of broccoli in a glass of milk."
Amir, age 9

"If you want a kitten, start out by asking for a horse."
Naomi, age 15

"Felt-tip markers are not good to use as lipstick."
Lauren, age 9

"Don't pick on your sister when she's holding a baseball bat."
Joel, age 10

"When you get a bad grade in school, show it to your Mom when she's on the phone."
Alyesha, age 13

11/18/2024

So proud of Dr. Daphne! She walked in the Susan Komen 3-day fight against breast cancer this weekend. Over the years, she has raised more than $25,000.00 to help the cause. In this photo, she's joined by one of our daughters, Danielle, who raised money, volunteered, and also walked this year.

06/09/2024

https://apnews.com/article/crecelac-infant-formula-bacteria-contamination-cronobacter-427ae97fdf2422033ea78a9478041cbc

U.S. health officials are warning parents to avoid a brand of powdered infant formula sold by a Texas dairy producer that may contain a dangerous bacteria.