The goal of our retreats are to promote parent/caregiver health and wellness because we believe that healthy kids start with healthy adults in their lives.

We are excited to invite fathers and male-identifying caregivers to our upcoming mini retreat designed to empower you as partners and to encourage greater involvement in your family's journey. PANDAS/PANS affects the entire family.

Our theme is Navigating Parenting and Partnership in Your Child's PANDAS/PANS Journey

We recognize that following medical treatment is essential. However, during this retreat, we will also explore holistic, non-pharmaceutical approaches aimed at reducing chronic inflammation and promoting parental wellness. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where you can learn and grow together as a family.

Each activity at the retreat is thoughtfully curated to support a father’s role in their family's PANDAS/PANS healing journey.

The agenda will include a combination of wellness activities and informational sessions:

• Morning Yoga

• High-Protein, High-Fiber, Anti-Inflammatory Meals

• Cooking Demo with Chef Chris

• Workshops/Discussions—Final Agenda with Speakers Pending

  • Understanding PANDAS/PANS: A session led by Dr. Noemi Adame explaining PANDAS/PANS, its symptoms, causes, and treatment options. Followed by Q&A for fathers at all stages of their children’s PANDAS/PANS journey.

  • Managing Behavior and Emotions: A workshop on strategies to manage behavioral issues and emotional dysregulation in children with PANDAS, including techniques for de-escalation and emotional support.

  • Mindfulness and Stress Management: A workshop on mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques that can help fathers manage their stress and be more present for their children.

  • Effective Communication: Teaching skills for communicating effectively with partners and children, focusing on active listening, empathy, and expressing needs and feelings.

  • The Microbiome-Gut-Brain Axis: Session on the role of high-protein, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory nourishment in reducing chronic inflammation. This session aims to empower fathers with knowledge and skills to foster healthy eating habits for their families.

  • Resource Sharing: Facilitated networking session for fathers to connect with resources, therapists, and support organizations.

• Connect with and share your journey with other fathers and male-identifying caregivers

• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction activities through the day

Full agenda including guest speakers coming soon!

Cost: $450 ($50 non-refundable registration fee will be credited toward the total cost. We will invoice you for the remaining balance after you register. Remaining balance due 2 weeks before the event)

Would you like to join the PANDAS Clinic at Culver Pediatrics Center?