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10/08/2026

Testicular torsion is rare—occurring in about 1 in 4,000 males under age 25—but when it happens, time matters.

Severe groin or scrotal pain in boys, especially pain that wakes them from sleep, causes vomiting, or seems like intense abdominal pain, should never be ignored. Restoring blood flow quickly can make the difference in saving the testicle and preserving future fertility.

Just as importantly, our boys need to know that pain in this area is never something they should feel embarrassed to tell us about.

In my latest article, “A PSA for Parents of Boys: Testicular Torsion,” I break down what parents and tweens should know, what symptoms to watch for, and why acting quickly is so important.

Read the full article at DrAngel.com or find it through the Linktree in my bio.

Please share this with a parent of boys—it’s information worth knowing before you ever need it.

10/01/2026

What we ask our kids after school matters.

After spending most of the day following schedules, instructions, and expectations, children may have had very few opportunities to feel like they were truly in the driver’s seat. But helping kids recognize the choices they do have can strengthen their confidence, intrinsic motivation, and sense of autonomy.

Instead of only asking, “How was school?” try questions like:

✨ What choices were your own today?
✨ What’s something you figured out on your own?
✨ What’s your plan for tonight’s homework?

These small shifts in conversation give our kids a chance to recognize their own decision-making and problem-solving abilities, while reminding them that we trust them to grow.

In my newest article, “After School Questions To Foster Your Child’s Autonomy,” I break down why these questions matter and how they can help foster agency, motivation, and well-being.

Read the full article at DrAngel.com or click the Linktree in my bio. 🤍


09/24/2026

I never expected my daughter’s appendicitis to leave me feeling grateful.

But in the days after her surgery, between bringing her food, helping her get comfortable, listening to her complaints, and finding reasons to laugh together, I was reminded of something important: resilience is often built in the middle of the hard moments.

We can’t prevent every setback our kids will face, but we can help shape how they move through them. Looking for small silver linings, practicing gratitude, making sure our kids feel heard and supported, and finding moments of laughter can all help them build resilience for whatever comes next.

Read the full article, “The Upsides of My Kid’s Appendicitis,” at DrAngel.com

09/18/2026

Homework doesn’t have to turn into a nightly battle.

Research shows that how parents help with homework matters. Supportive involvement can improve achievement, while controlling or micromanaging approaches may actually decrease motivation.

In this week’s article, I break down 3 research-backed strategies to make homework feel more manageable:

• Build simple organizational systems
• Teach time management skills
• Give your child space for autonomy

The goal isn’t to do the work for them. It’s to help them develop the skills and confidence to eventually manage it themselves.

Read the full article at DrAngel.com to learn more.

09/10/2026

Sleep is one of the most important foundations of adolescent physical and mental health — but getting teens to actually sleep enough can be a challenge.

Three research-backed interventions I recommend:
• Set a consistent bedtime
• Keep screens outside the bedroom
• Reduce caffeine, especially later in the day

Small changes to sleep habits can support mood, attention, academic performance, and long-term health.

Read my full article, “Three Interventions to Help Your Adolescent Get More Sleep,” on DrAngel.com through the Linktree in my bio.

09/03/2026

Starting somewhere new can be stressful — especially for tweens and teens who are trying to figure out where they belong. 💛

Three simple prosocial actions can help build confidence, strengthen relationships, and create connection:

✨ Offer to help. Small acts of kindness remind kids that they matter.
✨ Ask for help. It gives others a chance to feel needed and can open the door to a new friendship.
✨ Ask open-ended questions. A few simple conversation starters can make connecting feel a lot easier.

Belonging doesn’t always happen overnight, but small moments of connection can make a big difference.

Read this week’s article, “Three Prosocial Actions That Build Belonging in a New Environment,” at DrAngel.com.

08/27/2026

Should you send your kid off to college with Narcan? My answer: yes.

Opioid overdoses aren’t always intentional. Fentanyl can be present in recreational drugs without someone knowing, and an overdose can happen to anyone.

The good news? Narcan is easy to carry, easy to administer, available without a prescription, and can save a life.

As parents, this is one simple step we can take to help our kids be prepared for an emergency. And it’s also an important conversation to have before they leave for college.

Read my full article, “Should I Send My Kid Off to College With Narcan?” for what parents need to know about Narcan, how it works, and how to talk to your teen about carrying it.

Read this week’s article at DrAngel.com.

08/20/2026

Iron deficiency can happen before anemia—and it can affect energy, focus, mood, sleep, and brain development.

A few things parents should know:

• Aim for iron-rich foods 3x a day
• Limit milk to 2–3 cups a day for toddlers
• Pair plant-based iron with vitamin C for better absorption
• Teen girls need extra attention to iron after starting their periods
• Don’t start iron supplements without talking to your pediatrician

Iron matters at every stage of childhood. Read my full article, “Iron Intake and Anemia: Facts Parents Should Know,”at DrAngel.com

08/13/2026

The way we teach our children to set goals can shape their confidence, motivation, and happiness for years to come. 💛

This week’s article, “From Goal-Setting to Happiness: A Prescription for Parents,” shares simple, research-backed strategies, including:
• Encourage learning goals over outcome goals.
• Give children opportunities to make their own decisions.
• Model healthy goal-setting—and how to handle setbacks with self-compassion.

✨ Read the full article at DrAngel.com for more practical parenting tips. Link in bio and comments.

08/07/2026

Can probiotics help chronic stomach pain? 🤔

The answer is: sometimes—but not all probiotics are created equal.

For children with Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction (DGBIs), certain probiotic strains have better evidence than others. Knowing which strains to choose—and when they’re most likely to help—can make all the difference.

In my latest article, I break down the research, the probiotics with the strongest evidence, and what every parent should know before buying a supplement.

📖 Read the full article at the link in my bio.

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