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Bike Safety for Your Child
updated: Oct. 18, 2021
Just like responsible parents, our pediatricians are interested in keeping your children well – this includes helping your kids stay safe while riding their bikes. The National Safety Council reports Read moreCategory: Child Safety -
Is Your Child Struggling With Potty Training?
updated: Oct. 01, 2021
Potty training is a big moment for your child and is something that may challenge them in many ways. Unfortunately, many young ones do struggle during this process and may Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health -
Cleft Lips and Cleft Palate
updated: Sep. 21, 2021
The day your child is born is one of the most exciting moments in a parent’s life. Of course, finding out your precious newborn has a cleft lip or palate Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health -
FAQs About Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
updated: Sep. 02, 2021
Hand, foot and mouth disease isn’t a childhood infection that’s often discussed but should be. After all, this communicable viral infection is more common in young children than most people Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics -
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 -
Does My Child Need Glasses?
updated: Jul. 30, 2021
We all want our children to be healthy and to have the best chance for success, especially once they start school. Of course, your child must be getting regular vision Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics -
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 -
Preventing Pediatric Heat Stroke
updated: Jun. 25, 2021
Climate change has certainly caused the temperatures to climb here in the US, especially during the summer. While we know that kids love to play outdoors, when temperatures are high Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health -
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 -
Keeping Up With Your Child's Immunization Schedule
updated: May 28, 2021
We understand that bringing your child in for a shot certainly isn’t fun for anyone, but keeping your child updated on vaccines is one of the most effective ways to Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health -
FAQs about Children's Nutrition
updated: May 17, 2021
When you turn to your pediatrician for nutritional advice or help, they will always take a personalized approach to help your child meet their nutritional goals, whether that’s losing weight, Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics -
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 -
Know the Symptoms of Mononucleosis
updated: Apr. 13, 2021
Mono, nicknamed the “kissing disease” because of how easily it spreads from person to person, is a viral infection caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Pediatricians most often see this Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics, Child Oral Health -
Bringing Your Child in for Whooping Cough
updated: Mar. 26, 2021
Pertussis, more commonly referred to as whooping cough, is a contagious bacterial infection of the lungs. The nickname comes from the “whooping” sound that occurs when a child breathes. While Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health -
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 -
Head Lice And How To Treat It
updated: Feb. 24, 2021
You’ve just received a call from the school: someone in your child’s class has head lice. We know that hearing that your child has or might have head lice can Read moreCategory: Child Safety, Child Health, Child Care, Child Health Conditions, Pediatrics