Dr. Solomon Laktineh

Pediatrician serving Seal Beach

Trusted Pediatric Guidance for Seal Beach Families

Seal Beach is a quieter, family-oriented coastal community where parents are intentional about how they raise their kids. The pediatric questions I hear from Seal Beach families tend to be thoughtful and forward-looking. The free scripts and the book make it easy to get a calm, experienced answer.

Most Seal Beach parents who reach out are not in crisis. They are paying attention. A four-year-old who is more anxious about transitions than expected. A second grader at McGaugh who is starting to have friend trouble. A middle schooler at Oak who is suddenly more withdrawn. A teen who is doing fine on paper but seems off. These are the questions the book was written for.

Seal Beach also has a strong community of families who value both academic achievement and emotional health. That balance is the core of my work and the heart of the book I wrote, Raising Emotionally Intelligent Children. Helping kids do well in school is good. Helping them grow into adults who can handle real life is the real goal.

I am board-certified in pediatrics and neonatology, fellowship trained at UCLA, and have been recognized with the Patient's Choice Award and named one of America's Best Doctors. None of that matters if a parent leaves the call without a clear next step. My job is to send you back into the week with something specific and doable.

The free scripts and weekly videos are a practical fit for Seal Beach families balancing work, school activities, and life on the coast. No drive across town. Thirty minutes from your home, scheduled around your week, paid securely.

Schools and neighborhoods we hear from

I have cared for Seal Beach kids attending Los Alamitos USD schools including McGaugh Elementary, Oak Middle, and Los Alamitos High, as well as families with children at private and parochial schools in the area. The school context is useful background, not the main work.

How to get the most from the resources

You don't need to overthink your preparation for our session. Jotting down a few notes about your child's recent mood or habits is the perfect way to help us focus.

  • A short description of the behavior or concern
  • When it started and what changed around that time
  • How your child sleeps, eats, and plays
  • Anything school staff have shared
  • What you have already tried at home

How to start with the free resources

Start by claiming your free Script Pack below. Families in Seal Beach appreciate having these quick, reliable tools available whenever a parenting challenge pops up.

Most Seal Beach parents I help are deliberate, thoughtful adults who want a careful answer, not a quick one. The book is a calm space to think it through with a pediatrician who has been at this a long time.

Seal Beach families ask

Do I have to leave Seal Beach for the appointment?
Not at all. The sessions are entirely remote via secure video, allowing you to connect from home.
Do these sessions cover medical emergencies?
No. For any medical emergency or physical illness, you should see your local doctor or visit an urgent care.
What languages do you offer?
I can consult with your family in English, Spanish, or Arabic.
How soon do I get the free tools?
The Script Pack is emailed to you instantly once you sign up.

Want to keep exploring first? Watch free parenting guidance in English, Spanish, and Arabic, or read about the most common reasons parents reach out, like toddler tantrums and discipline without punishment.

Clear advice for Seal Beach parents

After 40 years in pediatrics, I want to make sure every family has access to sensible advice. Dive into the free resources today.