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The Importance of Children's Nutrition
updated: May 02, 2022
Category: Child Health, Child Care, Pediatrics, Nutrition
Make sure your child is following a healthy, balanced diet.
One in 5 school children is considered obese in the US. So, how do we stop these statistics from getting any
Read more
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Your Baby and Cradle Cap
updated: Aug. 11, 2021
Noticing rough, scaly patches of skin on your newborn’s scalp? If so, this is a sign of cradle cap. This condition (also known as infantile seborrheic dermatitis) is fairly common Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health, Nutrition, Welcome -
Your Child and the Importance of Vitamin D
updated: Jul. 15, 2021
Vitamin D deficiency is incredibly widespread in the US, and not just with adults! In fact, about one in 10 children in the US are deficient in vitamin D and Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health, Nutrition, Welcome -
What Is Pediatric Urinary Incontinence or Enuresis?
updated: Jun. 21, 2021
While children under 3 years old will not have control over their bladders, older kids that still have issues with bladder control may have something known as urinary incontinence or Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health, Nutrition, Welcome -
Symptoms Of Your Child's Ear Infection
updated: Apr. 30, 2021
Wondering if your child might be dealing with an ear infection? While you will certainly know when you’re dealing with an ear infection; unfortunately kids, particularly newborns and toddlers, can’t tell Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health, Nutrition -
Your Pediatrician's Guide To Thumb-Sucking
updated: Mar. 16, 2021
Reflexively, your baby is born with the ability to suck. It makes sense. After all, your little one must be able to suck to get nutrients, whether breastfeeding or bottle-feeding. Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health, Nutrition, Welcome -
When Does My Child Need Stitches?
updated: Feb. 16, 2021
We all know how accident-prone kids can be. They get bruises, bumps, cuts, and scrapes from time and time. Most of the time, these boo-boos are nothing to worry about, Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health, Nutrition, Welcome -
When Should My Child Get a Tetanus Shot?
updated: Jan. 20, 2021
All children need to get a tetanus shot. When we think of tetanus we often think of rusty nails; however, this bacterium isn’t just found on rusty metal items, it Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health, Nutrition, Welcome -
Signs of a Pediatric UTI
updated: Dec. 03, 2020
A urinary tract infection isn’t just something that happens to adults. Children can also develop UTIs. Since children are more likely to suffer from kidney damage as a result of Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health, Nutrition -
Your Child and Chicken Pox
updated: Oct. 29, 2020
You just got the call from your child’s school: someone in your kid’s class has chickenpox. This highly contagious virus isn’t usually anything to worry about, but it can certainly Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health, Nutrition, Welcome -
Tips to Help Your Child Eat Healthier
updated: Sep. 09, 2020
You want your child to lead a healthy, happy life but it can be difficult if they are picky eaters or only seem to crave junk food. If you’re having Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health, Nutrition -
The Importance Of Preventive Care
updated: Aug. 28, 2020
What parent doesn’t want to protect their child from getting injured or sick? While it will happen at some point, there are certainly ways that both you and your pediatrician Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health, Nutrition -
Seeking Help for Your Child's Sports Injuries
updated: Jul. 15, 2020
Regular physical activity is so important for your child’s health. If they have decided to start playing on a sports team this can also be a great way for them Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health, Nutrition -
When To Get A Vision Test For Your Child
updated: Jun. 17, 2020
Parents want nothing more than their children to be healthy and happy. This applies to every element of their well-being, including their eyes! Your pediatrician recommends that all children receive Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health, Nutrition, Welcome -
Signs That Your Child May Have Autism
updated: Jun. 02, 2020
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that affects how a person views and interacts with the world around them, including other people. In most cases, differences become apparent Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health, Nutrition -
Signs of Tonsillitis
updated: May 18, 2020
Everyone is born with two tonsils. These are lymph nodes located right in the back of the throat. They help out the immune system by housing important white blood cells. Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health, Nutrition