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Does My Child Have Anxiety?
posted: May 18, 2022.

Be able to spot the warning signs of anxiety in your child. Anxiety is undoubtedly on the rise, not just for adults but for children. The pandemic has certainly left kids Read more
The Importance of Children's Nutrition
posted: May 04, 2022.

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
Helping Your Child Deal With Minor Illnesses or Injuries
posted: Apr. 20, 2022.

Here’s your first-aid guide on how to care for minor childhood injuries. In a perfect world, your child would never get injured, sick, or hurt; unfortunately, this just isn’t 100 percent Read more
Ear Infections in Children
posted: Apr. 06, 2022.

Does an ear infection automatically warrant seeing a pediatrician? Here’s what you should know… Your child is dealing with an ear infection for the first time and just like when they Read more
The Importance Of Well-Child Care Visits
posted: Mar. 23, 2022.

A healthy child begins with the right doctor. A pediatrician can help you and your child make the best and most informed decisions regarding their health. It’s important to have Read more
Peanut Allergies in Children
posted: Mar. 02, 2022.

In the past 15 years, we’ve seen a massive increase in the number of children with peanuts allergies, so it goes without saying that most parents are worried about giving Read more
FAQs About the Pediatric COVID Vaccine
posted: Feb. 16, 2022.

No doubt you’ve been hearing a lot of discussions, particularly on the news, about the Covid-19 vaccine. You’ve also heard that kids five years old and older are now eligible Read more
Know the Signs of Chickenpox
posted: Feb. 01, 2022.

The infamous chickenpox, a virus known to cause itchy blisters all over the body. It most often happens to school-age kids, but unfortunately, if you’ve never had this infection as Read more
When a Fever Requires Medical Attention
posted: Jan. 17, 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
Does My Child Have a UTI?
posted: Jan. 05, 2022.

When bacteria enter the bladder or the kidneys this can result in a urinary tract infection. Unfortunately, UTIs are quite common in infants and kids, so it’s important to recognize Read more
Your Infant and Constipation
posted: Dec. 20, 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
Food Poisoning in Children
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.

Food poisoning isn’t just a problem that impacts adults. It can also affect children, too. While, as a parent, you may be used to dealing with vomiting or diarrhea, food Read more
Know the Warning Signs of Prediabetes
posted: Nov. 17, 2021.

Diabetes is on the rise, and not just in adults. More and more children in the US are being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes used to be Read more
Does My Child Have a Concussion?
posted: Nov. 08, 2021.

A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that occurs as a result of a blow to the head. Since concussions can be serious, it’s important that you’re able to recognize Read more
Bike Safety for Your Child
posted: Oct. 20, 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 more
Is Your Child Struggling With Potty Training?
posted: Oct. 05, 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 more