Pediatric Articles

Measles Cases Are on the Rise: How to Protect Your Child April 25, 2024

The World Health Organization has issued a warning about the rapid spread of measles around the world, noting a 79 percent increase in cases compared to 2022, with more than 306,000 cases reported last year. As of April 18, 125 measles cases have been reported across 18 US jurisdictions in 2024. As a comparison, the entirety … Continue reading “Measles Cases Are on the Rise: How to Protect Your Child”

Posted in Health Alerts, Immunizations, Pediatric Articles | Tagged measles, vaccinations, viruses

Benefits of Accepting Negative Emotions January 25, 2024

Negative emotions are an unpleasant and unavoidable part of life. These feelings often stem from the difference between expectations and reality. When negative emotions creep in during holidays, birthdays, and other events where people are expected to feel only positive emotions, anxiety and distress can become enhanced. However, this doesn’t have to be the case. … Continue reading “Benefits of Accepting Negative Emotions”

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged childhood, negative emotions, parenting, parenting tips

Benefits of Enforcing Delayed Gratification with Your Child December 4, 2023

Instant gratification can lead to addiction and depression over time.
Delayed gratification sets up your children for future success.
Children struggle with delaying gratification; parents need to teach them.
Encourage goal setting, patience, and good decision-making with your child.

Posted in Child Behavior, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged childhood, parenting, parenting tips

Supporting Your Expectant Spouse November 29, 2023

Having a supportive partner can help reduce anxiety and depression levels in pregnant women.
Attending as many prenatal appointments as possible shows your spouse that you’re an equal partner in the pregnancy.
One of the most important ways to maintain a healthy relationship during pregnancy is by emphasizing and prioritizing open communication.
Every pregnancy is different, so it’s important to be flexible and adaptable in your approach to supporting your expecting partner.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged childhood, infants, parenting, parenting tips

Switching From Bottle to Sippy Cup September 25, 2023

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The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends weaning your baby from the bottle before your baby is 18 months old.
The longer you wait to wean your baby from bottles, the harder it will be.
Using a bottle for too long can lead to dental problems and obesity.

Posted in Infants, Pediatric Articles | Tagged bottle feeding, toddlers, weaning

Empowering Independent Toddlers September 14, 2023

The right time to potty train is dependent on physical, developmental, and emotional milestones and cues as well as your family’s current situation.
It's important to remember that children are all different and their potty training needs can be different, even from sibling-to-sibling.
It's not necessary for your chlid to show every "green light," but if you are seeing signals, it may be time to start considering the process.

Posted in Child Behavior, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged advice, bathroom, child behavior, childhood, children, first time mom, first time parent, parenting, parenting advice, parenting tips, potty training, toddler

Help! I Think My Child Is Addicted to Screens. May 3, 2023

Screen addiction can manifest in many ways and have adverse effects on children.
Setting up healthy boundaries can help in weaning children off their devices.
Understanding screen addiction and communicating the potential risks to children can help reduce device usage and empower children to choose other activities.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles, Teens | Tagged addiction, advice, cell phones, child behavior, childhood, children, devices, ipads, kindles, parenting, parenting advice, parenting tips, screen addiction, screen time, screens, technology

What are developmental milestones, and can I help my child reach them? April 21, 2023

General guidelines may help identify areas of concern in a child’s development.
There are many ways in which parents can help their children reach developmental milestones.
Resources and assessments are available to help parents gauge their child’s development.

Posted in Infants, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged children, crawling, development, developmental milestones, early intervention, fine motor skills, growth, health, infants, milestones, parenting, rolling over, social skills, talking, walking

When should my toddler have their first dental visit? April 13, 2023

Dental care may begin as early as a child's first birthday.
The differences between a general dentist and a pediatric dentist.
Early visits help prevent dental issues in the future.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged childhood, dentist, infants, oral care, oral hygiene, parenting, parenting tips, pediatric dentist

Hay Fever Symptoms and Treatment April 7, 2023

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Hay fever is caused by common allergens like mold, pollens, pet dander, or dust mites.
The symptoms of hay fever are often confused with cold symptoms, but hay fever is an allergic reaction and isn't caused by a virus.
Seasonal allergies not only make you feel miserable, but they can also interfere with sleep, worsen asthma symptoms, or cause sinusitis or ear infections.

Posted in Medical Conditions, Pediatric Articles, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged allergic, allergic reaction, allergies, hay fever, seasonal allergies, summer

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