California once led in government transparency. It descended into secrecy and opacity calmatters.org/commentary/202…

Join me at the LA Times Festival of Books today! I'll be hosting an 'Ask the Reporter' at 3pm today in Mudd Hall to talk all about our 'Early Childhood Initiative' and covering kids from birth through age 5. Bring your questions! LA Times Festival of Books Kate Sequeira

'A recent Stanford University RAPID Survey Project found that 83% of parents with children ages 5 and under in California say they are aware of the TK program,' writes Jenny Gold in a new Los Angeles Times article

Thank you to Early Childhood Reporter Jenny Gold for continuing to shine a light on the sometimes challenging choices parents must make for their young children.

Hey Los Angeles! Come say hi at the LA Times Festival of Books this weekend!

-I'll be interviewing great Phillipa Soo about her new bestselling picture book (Sat, 11:50) .

-Preschool vs TK? Tantrums? Potty training? Bring all of your early childhood q's to our Ask the Reporter (Sun, 3pm).

Biden: My budget would finally create a national paid family and medical leave program. Up to 12 weeks to care for newborns, a sick loved one or yourself without losing your income. Look, it's past time America caught up with the rest of the world on paid leave

Phillipa Soo is best known for originating the role of “Eliza” in HAMILTON, earning her Tony and Emmy noms and a Grammy win.

Join her and co-author Maris Pasquale Doran April 20 on the Children’s Stage as they discuss “Piper Chen Sings' with @jennyagold!

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Join us at 12pm today for a free Los Angeles Times Zoom event on potty training! I'll be talking to a pediatrician and an occupational therapist about the ups and downs of this crucial milestone and sharing the best expert advice. Bring your questions. RSVP: bit.ly/pottytraininge…

Thanks so much for the article shout-out, Rahil Briggs, PsyD ZERO TO THREE. Here's a link to the article if others want to lean more about why kids aren't making it to the doctor for their well-child visits: latimes.com/california/sto…

We pediatricians are worried about the return of vaccine-preventable diseases as more and families delay their children’s vaccinations. Happy to contribute to this LA Times article by Jenny Gold with my friends Nelson Branco and Colleen Kraft

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More parents are requesting alternative schedules for their kids’ vaccines — delaying them by a few months or even years. It’s causing concern among doctors, who worry that deadly diseases like the measles could come roaring back. Los Angeles Times latimes.com/california/sto…

🇺🇸 More Parents Postpone Kids Vaccinations

▫Doctors warn delays leave babies and toddlers vulnerable to diseases, particularly as measles cases rise
▫Jenny Gold
▫tinyurl.com/2xuns29c

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🇺🇸 Babies Missing Out On Doctor Visits

▫Hours on hold, limited appointments: Why California babies aren’t going to the doctor
▫Jenny Gold
▫tinyurl.com/2dywm9nc

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Maria Mercado’s young daughters haven’t been to the doctor for a check-up in 2 years. And they're not alone. California ranks 46th out of 50 states for providing preventive care to kids. Those with #Medicaid have it worst. My deep dive for Los Angeles Times (1/6): latimes.com/california/sto…