Coronavirus (COVID-19) resources for parents
Updated May 14, 2021

Dealing with the new way of life during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic can be overwhelming for parents and children, especially when it comes to schooling and working at home.

Below is a list of useful resources, videos and podcasts from UC Davis Health experts for parents to help their children during this unique time. Get additional information about novel coronavirus and what you should know

Children 12 to 15 can now be vaccinated against COVID-19

UC Davis Health experts are advising parents to get their 12- to 15-year-olds vaccinated against COVID-19 after Pfizer's vaccine received Emergency Use Authorization.

Should pregnant and breastfeeding women get vaccinated against COVID-19?

Chief of Pediatric Infectious Diseases Dean Blumberg answers questions about the safety of COVID-19 vaccines for women and their unborn or newborn children.

Pediatrician talks health eating for kids during COVID-19

Pediatrician Lena van der List explains how to keep your children on the right path toward healthy eating during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Child with MIS-C receives life-saving care at UC Davis Children’s Hospital

A 6-year-old boy first came down with chills that quickly progressed to a rash, high fever, headaches, vomiting and diarrhea. This is his journey with MIS-C, a condition in children that's associated with COVID-19.