A Pandemic Coping Guide for Parents

Tip of the week

Overwhelmed with info about COVID-19 vaccines? Visit the CDC Key Things to Know page for accurate updates and answers about the new vaccines.

Avoid info overload: Tips

The End is in Sight

Effective COVID-19 vaccines have been developed and the biggest vaccination campaign in history has begun. An end to the pandemic is in sight.

COVID-19 Vaccines

Learn more about the vaccines. Are they safe? Are they effective? When will your family be able to be vaccinated?

Continue with the basics

Wear a Mask

Learn why masks matter and how to help kids wear one

Wash your Hands

Explore fun hand washing activities, reminders, and other helpful resources

Practice Social Distancing

Learn how distancing slows viral spread and how to encourage kids to do their part

Monitor for COVID-19 Symptoms

Learn what COVID-19 symptoms look like and what to do if you think you or your child is sick

Create Structure

Establish a Routine

Discover the power of routines and explore tools to help get your family on schedule

Sleep Well

Learn how to prioritize sleep and troubleshoot sleep difficulties for any age

Eat Well and Exercise

Explore creative, sustainable ways to keep your family active and eating well

Be Smart with Screen Time

Check out the latest articles and tools to help your family develop healthy media habits

Adapt to Changes at School

Discover a wealth of resources to support your child’s changing learning environment

Navigate Changes with Work

Explore tips and resources to help you maintain boundaries and brave your new work environment

Don’t Miss Appointments

Learn the importance of routine visits and see how offices are adjusting to keep people safe

Manage Stress

Practice Mindfulness

Learn how to meet frustration and anxiety with mindfulness and explore tools to support you

Have Compassion

Discover how to practice compassion for yourself and others during this stressful time

Connect with Nature

Explore creative ways to safely connect with the outdoors and bring nature inside

Stay Connected

Keep meaningful connection with your loved ones with these creative and safe activities

Avoid Info Overload

Learn effective strategies to keep your family informed without getting overwhelmed

Watch for Warning Signs

Learn warning signs of a mental health crisis and what to do if you see them

Get Help

Call 2-1-1 to be connected to these and other essential health and human resources

Mental Health

HealthyMindsUT.org
NAMIUT.org
Find a Provider: 800-662-HELP

Crisis

Warm Line: 833-SPEAKUT
Crisis Line: 800-273-TALK
Text Line: 741741

Special Needs

MedicalHomePortal.org
FamilyVoices.org
UtahParentCenter.org

Health Care

TakeCareUtah.org
HealthAccessProject.org
HealthCare.gov

Food, Home, and Financial Needs

UtahFoodBank.org
HUD.gov/coronavirus
Jobs.Utah.gov/COVID19

Domestic Violence

UDVC.org
Local Hotline: 800-897-LINK
National Hotline: 800-799-SAFE

Child Care

ChildCare.gov
CareAboutChildCare.utah.gov

COVID-19 Info and Support

Coronavirus.utah.gov
Utah info line: 800-456-7707
CDC.gov/coronavirus

Acknowledgements

AAP Policy Statements

Healthy Children

* The links provided on this site connect to websites and resources which may be helpful to some individuals. They do not constitute an endorsement or approval by the American Academy of Pediatrics, Utah Chapter of any of the products, services, or opinions of the corporation, organization, or individual. The American Academy of Pediatrics, Utah Chapter bears no responsibility for the accuracy, legality, or content of the external site or subsequent link.

** The information presented on this website is not intended to replace the medical care and advice of your own pediatrician. Individual pediatricians may vary treatments based on particular facts and circumstances in each case.