Dr. Paula De La Rotta Pérez was featured on Univision – El News Café to discuss back-to-school routines and healthy habits that support children’s emotional well-being, brain development, and learning.
During the interview, she shared practical guidance for families preparing for the start of the school year, emphasizing that a healthy brain is essential for attention, learning, emotional regulation, and daily functioning.
The conversation highlighted the importance of building consistent habits from the beginning of the academic year, including structure, limits, affection, restorative sleep, emotional support, and healthy routines at home.
Key topics discussed included:
- How routines support the developing brain
- Why structure and limits help children feel safe
- The role of affection and emotional connection
- The importance of restorative sleep
- Healthy habits that support learning and attention
- How families can prepare children for a smoother return to school
This interview reminds families that back-to-school success is not only about supplies and schedules, but also about creating the emotional and developmental foundation children need to learn, grow, and thrive.
