Wellness & safety resources
Valley Children’s is committed to supporting the health and well-being of children in our facilities, at home, and out in their community. In this section, you’ll find comprehensive resources designed to provide valuable information, engaging activities, and essential support to help you navigate every stage of your child's development. Explore our resources below.
At the Heart blog
Stay informed with our blogs, written by pediatric healthcare experts from Valley Children’s. Our articles include helpful information and expert advice on a range of topics, from nutrition and exercise to managing common childhood illnesses.
Visit the blogClasses and events
Valley Children’s offers many different classes and events throughout the year at our main hospital campus in Madera and throughout our region. These events are great opportunities to get involved and connect with others.
See upcoming eventsSafety tips and programs
Learn more about how to keep your child safer at home and in their community. As the lead agency for Safe Kids Central California, we offer information and programs about a wide range of topics, including water safety, car seats, and beyond.
Explore safety programsMental health resources
We believe mental health is just as important to a child’s well-being as physical health. Explore our collection of mental health resources covering topics like anxiety, depression and stress.
Learn moreRecipes
Browse delicious and nutritious recipes that the whole family will enjoy making and eating. Discover a recipe for a healthy snack or meal that supports your child’s growth and development.
Browse recipesQuizzes
Explore our library of interactive quizzes and test your knowledge about a wide range of topics.
Explore quizzes
Watch and Learn: Injury Prevention Videos
Through its Injury Prevention Program, Valley Children’s is proud to be a leader in supporting the health of our kids through community outreach, education, injury prevention and numerous pediatric community health screening events. Program staff – led by Valley Children’s trauma nurse liaison – routinely conduct community-based teaching events covering many topics. Additionally, Valley Children's experts appear in a series of safety and injury prevention videos created for families in our communities. These educational videos are produced in English and Spanish and cover a variety of important injury prevention topics, from car seat safety to poisoning prevention.
View our Safety and Injury Prevention playlist on YouTube