2021 - Utah Valley Pediatrics

Reducing Stress This Holiday Season December 6, 2021

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Creating the perfect holidays for our children adds stress that can affect the whole family.
Setting realistic expectations and deciding what matters most can make the season less stressful.
Give your children structure and predictability by letting them know what to expect each day.

Posted in Fall/Winter Tips, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged exercise, expectations, holiday season, holidays, schedule, school break, service, stress, stressful, winter

My child has ADHD. How can I make homework easier? October 12, 2021

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ADHD means kids learn differently, so different strategies are needed.
Counter-intuitive moves like more breaks, wearing headphones, or racing can help.
Play to your child’s strengths and be flexible within a consistent framework.

Posted in Child Behavior, Infants, Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged adhd, first time mom, parenting, school, study strategy, teens

Newborn Sleep: When, Where, How, and How Much is Normal? September 2, 2021

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Parenthood comes with worries and problems that are hard to account for, such as understanding sleep patterns.
arenthood comes with worries and problems that are hard to account for, such as understanding sleep patterns.
Creating a habitual area and schedule will help your baby become more regular in their sleep habits.
Be patient and willing to adjust as your baby changes.

Posted in Infants, Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged baby, first time mom, newborn, pregnancy, sleep, sleep schedule

Who Profits From My Vaccine Choices? September 2, 2021

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Vaccinations have largely reduced the spread and deaths surrounding diseases.
Many companies earn profits from vaccine alternatives that aren't supported by substantial research.
When researching, try to use scholarly resources to back up your claims.

Posted in Covid 19, Immunizations, Pediatric Articles | Tagged illness, immunizations, infant, newborn

Dr. Bryan Weed Joins Vineyard Office July 29, 2021

We’re pleased to announce that Dr. Bryan Weed, M.D. is joining our Vineyard office! Dr. Weed will begin seeing patients the first week of August. After completing his undergraduate degree in Business Management, Dr. Weed moved to Pennsylvania to study Medicine. While he tried to keep an open mind about a specialty, he noticed that … Continue reading “Dr. Bryan Weed Joins Vineyard Office”

Posted in UV Pediatric Notices | Tagged Dr. Weed, New Pediatricians, Vineyard Office

Preventing Dehydration in Children July 1, 2021

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Children are at the highest risk for dehydration when they are sick or when it is hot outside.
It is easier and healthier to keep your body hydrated than having to play catch up later.
If your child is showing signs of dehydration you need to rehydrate your child right away.

Posted in Cold and Flu Tips, Pediatric Articles, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged dehydration, flu, heat, hydrate, hydration, sports, summer

Summer Safety Tips May 28, 2021

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The 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are the deadliest for children and adolescents.
In the U.S., motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of injury-related death for ages 5 to 24.
Drowning is the leading cause of injury-related death for children ages 1 to 4, and ranks third for children 19 and under.

Posted in Child Safety, Pediatric Articles, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged boating, heat, lake safety, memorial day, playgrounds, safety, sports, summer, summer fun, swimming, utah, vehicle safety, water safety

How Can I Get My Kids to Listen? May 24, 2021

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Good communication is about empathy and respect - on both sides.
If your kids seem to never listen, you may have trained this behavior.
Changing your communication behavior can re-train kids to listen the first time.

Posted in Child Behavior, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged attention, behavior, communication, conversation, early childhood, listening, parenting, praise, respect, tweens

A New Perspective on Raising Flourishing Teens May 6, 2021

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Parents who promote positive behaviors rather than focusing on bad behaviors have flourishing teens.
Most positive behaviors stem from four foundational skills; self-control, self-esteem, values, and empathy.
Through careful parenting choices, teens can learn the skills needed to make good decisions.

Posted in Child Behavior, Parenting Articles & Tips, Teens | Tagged behavior, empathy, self-control, self-esteem, teens, values

Why do good parents leave their children in hot cars? May 3, 2021

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Leaving your baby in the car on a hot day for even a few minutes is enough to cause heatstroke.
Parents are more likely to forget their children when their habit memory system suppresses their prospective memory system.
Don't assume you are immune to mistakes, set in place a reminder for when your child is in the car with you.

Posted in Child Safety, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged car seat safety, car seats, carseat, hot cars, parenting, safety, summer, summertime

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