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Here's a glance at some of my notable pandemic coverage related to mental health, development and wellness:
  • A feature for The New York Times on the effects of the pandemic lockdown on kids mental health in Spain, with lessons for parents around the world.
  • For The New York Times, a reported essay on my family's experience during the lockdown in Spain.
  • For The Washington Post, a feature on kids' first experiences leaving home after 43 days of confinement.
  • For GoodHousekeeping, a salute to teachers whose Herculean pandemic efforts are acting as lifelines for millions of families.
  • For The Washington Post, an article about a pro cardstacker, with expert tips to inspire kids locked up during the pandemic.
  • For GoodHousekeeping, a report on how families who took in "pandemic pets" are managing months later.
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  • How Confinement During the Pandemic Has Affected Kids
  • How Brody Roybal Became a Sled Hockey Legend (Interview/ As told to) 
  • What Losing My Father Taught Me About Parenting, Planets and Pain
  • In Spain, Children Still Can't Go Outside
  • Hot Chocolate From Around the World
  • Why Sleep Can be Scary
  • The Longest Sled Run in the World
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  • How to prepare paella Valenciana, the national dish of Spain, a mouthwatering Mediterranean classic
  • Grilled pasta with vegetables, Spanish style
  • Grilled rice with lobster, a staple delicious staple from the Costa Azahar
  • Fideua con mariscos, the best pasta and seafood dish you've never tasted yet
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  • Cardstacking Pro Turns Playing Cards Into Masterpieces
  • Kids in Spain, Stuck at Home for 43 Days, Can Finally Go Outside
  • Your Tarantula Tacos are Served! How to Eat Your Way to a Sustainable Future
  • Helping Kids With Test Anxiety
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  • How We're Celebrating the Holidays with Hilarious Mediterranean Traditions
  • The Longest Sled Run in the World
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  • 6 Surprising Cities Known for Their Culinary Creations
  • 8 Unusual Animals You Can Only Find in Madagascar
  • 8 Spectacular Mountain Villages You’ve Never Heard Of
  • 7 Quirky Towns Near U.S. National Parks
  • 9 Cool International Festivals Not to Miss
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  • How to Find the Perfect Halloween Costume for Kids with Disabilities
  • Help Your Kindergartener Prepare for the School Lunch Rush
  • How to Stop Breastfeeding Without a Struggle
  • To Clip Baby's Nails, Strap Them in a Carrier
  • Make Diaper Changes Easier with a Special Toy
  • ​Get Your Kid to Stay in Bed with the Bedtime Pass
  • Entertain Your Toddler with these Household Items
  • Set Your Family Breakfast Table the Night Before
  • All the Apps and Websites You Need If Your Kid Has Food Allergies​
  • Help Your Toddler Through a Transition with a Farewell Ceremony
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  • There's No School Like the Kitchen
  • ​An Empty Box Is The Perfect Gift for Kids
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  • Why I Take My Child to Vote With Me
  • My Children's 9-Year Age Gap is Great
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  • How Families Who Took in "Pandemic Pets" Are Managing Months Later
  • Teachers Are the Glue Keeping Families Together During the Pandemic
  • My Dangerous Indulgence
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  • What Is Dermatology?
  • What is Allergy and Immunology?
  • What is Interventional Cardiology?
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Hold That Call, The Oven's On
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How The Food Allergy Grinch Almost Stole Our Gingerbread House
The NICU Didn't Just Save Our Son, it Saved His Terrified Parents Too
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Why Gardening is So Good for Kids
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