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What Happens at Child Wellness Checkups?
posted: Aug. 01, 2022.

Find out more about well-child checkups and why they are crucial for your child’s health. From the moment your baby is born, you want to give them everything. You also want Read more
When a Fever Requires Medical Attention
posted: Jan. 13, 2022.

A fever is one of the biggest concerns that parents have when it comes to their infant or child. We understand that a fever can sometimes be considered an emergency Read more
Your Infant and Constipation
posted: Dec. 16, 2021.

It’s not typically common for infants to have issues with constipation; however, sometimes it happens. While many babies won’t deal with constipation they may have irregular bowel movements as their Read more
FAQs About Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
posted: 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 more
Your Baby and Cradle Cap
posted: 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 more
Your Child and the Importance of Vitamin D
posted: 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 more
What Is Pediatric Urinary Incontinence or Enuresis?
posted: 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 more
Your Pediatrician's Guide To Thumb-Sucking
posted: 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 more
When Does My Child Need Stitches?
posted: Feb. 15, 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 more
When Should My Child Get a Tetanus Shot?
posted: 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 more
Your Child and Chicken Pox
posted: Oct. 28, 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 more
When To Get A Vision Test For Your Child
posted: 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 more
Treating Mono in Your Child
posted: Jul. 18, 2019.

Has your child been uncharacteristically fatigued as of late? Whereas before they were running and jumping around, now they seem more sluggish and uninterested. Perhaps this weary state has also Read more
What Happens During a Child Physical Exam?
posted: Jul. 03, 2019.

Once your child is born it’s amazing just how quickly they grow and develop. It seems like you blink and suddenly they are talking and walking. During these important milestones Read more
What is Autism?
posted: May 03, 2019.

What is Autism? Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or autism, is a developmental disability that can cause significant communication, communication, and behavioral challenges. The thinking, learning, and problem-solving abilities of individuals with Read more
What is Whooping Cough?
posted: Feb. 06, 2019.

Named after the characteristic sound of its notorious coughing fits, whooping cough is an extraordinarily uncomfortable condition that typically manifests itself in babies and in children ages 11 to 18 Read more

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