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Podcast: The PedsDocTalk Podcast: Child Health, Development & Parenting—From a Pediatrician Mom
Episode: How to Help Kids Process Trauma and Feel Safe After a Disaster
Description: How can parents create an emotionally safe space for their child when their home is no longer secure? Environmental crises like the LA fires have displaced families, leaving parents navigating uncertainty while trying to comfort their children.
Today, I’m joined by fellow pediatrician Dr. Harvey Karp, who experienced the loss of his own home, to discuss how we can support children in processing trauma and building resilience after life-altering events.
We discuss:Â
How parents can support children through difficult experiences by acknowledging their emotions, using age-appropriate language, and allowing them to...