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Preventing Pediatric Heat Stroke
posted: 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 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
Keeping Up With Your Child's Immunization Schedule
posted: May 27, 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 more
Symptoms Of Your Child's Ear Infection
posted: 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 more
Know the Symptoms of Mononucleosis
posted: 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 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
Keeping Your Child Safe While Traveling
posted: Jan. 07, 2021.

Whether you’re simply taking a weekend trip to visit the grandparents, or you and the family are flying internationally, you must know how to keep everyone healthy and safe while Read more
Signs of a Pediatric UTI
posted: 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 more
Keeping Your Child Safe in the Car
posted: Nov. 12, 2020.

You may be surprised to learn that many car seats are not used properly. In fact, around 46 percent of car and booster seats are improperly used, which greatly impacts 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
Tips to Help Your Child Eat Healthier
posted: 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 more
The Importance Of Preventive Care
posted: Aug. 27, 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 more
Make Sure Your Child Gets Their Regular Check-Ups
posted: Jul. 28, 2020.

To ensure that your child grows up healthy and strong, they need to see a pediatrician for regular check-ups, screenings, and vaccines. These well-child visits are incredibly important for your Read more
Seeking Help for Your Child's Sports Injuries
posted: 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 more

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