A Word From Us About COVID-19 and Your Family

Dear Verywell Family readers,

It is a very uncertain time in many of our lives. Whether you're pregnant (or trying to get pregnant) and feeling stressed, a new parent learning to care for a newborn amidst the chaos, or a more experienced parent now adjusting to a new schedule at home and just trying to make it through each day—we get it and are right here with you.

We know the developing information about coronavirus (COVID-19) can feel overwhelming—especially for parents dealing with the new realities of social distancing while caring for their children.

With more time away from work, school, and regular routines, and less time spent bonding in person with extended family and friends, you may also be feeling anxious, or maybe a little scared. You’re not alone.

Here at Verywell Family, our mission is always to support you through all the stages of pregnancy and parenthood. This challenging pandemic does not change that.

Below, our editors compiled the most relevant and useful articles that offer practical advice—to hopefully make you (and your family) feel calmer, not more chaotic.

In these articles, written and reviewed by our team of family health experts, you can learn more about how coronavirus may impact pregnant women and children, how to talk to your kids about what's happening in the world, and plenty of ideas for keeping your kids entertained at home during this time.

In addition, you’ll find more important resources from our other Verywell brands—from answers to the most commonly asked questions about coronavirus to coping from a mental health perspective to the types of foods you may want to stock in your pantry if you can’t get to the grocery store as often as usual.

As you know, everything is changing so quickly, but we promise to keep sharing positive ways to take care of yourself and your loved ones—physically, emotionally, and mentally—during this time. 

From all of us at Verywell Family, we hope you and your loved ones stay safe, calm, and healthy. 

We're here for you,

The Verywell Family Editorial Team
Rachel, Emily, Brynn, Nick, Laura, and Kate

Care for Your Loved Ones

• What to Know About Children and Coronavirus
• What Pregnant Women Should Know What Pregnant About COVID-19
• How to Make a Protective Face Mask Your Child Will Wear
• Helping Your Child Cope With Missed Activities

Teach Your Kids

• How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus
• How to Teach Hand Washing to Your Kids
• The Best Free Educational Websites for Kids
• How to Help if Your Child is Afraid of Dying of Coronavirus

Keep Kids Active

• What to Do With Your Kids During Coronavirus Closures
• 9 Activities for Kids to Do While You Work at Home
• Fun Ideas That Encourage Learning at Home
• Tips for Working From Home With a Toddler
• 7 Best Apps for Toddlers

Manage Your Mental Health

• How Parents Can Take Time For Themselves During Quarantine
• How to Manage Your Temper While Quarantined

Maintain Your Healthy Lifestyle 

• 10 Foods to Boost Your Immune System
• Creative Alternatives to Family Gatherings During Social Distancing

The information in this article is current as of the date listed, which means newer information may be available when you read this. For the most recent updates on COVID-19, visit our coronavirus news page.