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Taking Care of our Children’s Teeth October 13, 2014

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Our dental health can affect our overall health.
Good dental hygiene should start before the first teeth even show up.
Even though baby teeth are temporary, they are very important and need to be taken care of.

Posted in Healthy Living for Kids, Pediatric Articles | Tagged dental, early childhood, middle childhood, teeth

AAP Encourages Parents To Read To Their Children From Infancy September 22, 2014

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New guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) encourages pediatricians to advise parents on the importance of reading to their children.
Studies show that reading together is vital to fostering healthy brain development and helps prepare children for later academic and career success.
Books help create a nurturing parent-child relationship where children can develop important cognitive, language, and social-emotional skills.

Posted in Infants, Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged development, early childhood, infants, reading

What is Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease? July 7, 2014

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Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is a virus that causes blisters in the mouth and a rash on the hands, feet, and bottom.
In milder cases, it can be hard to tell if your child has HFMD.
Most cases can be treated at home with pain medication and plenty of fluids.

Posted in Medical Conditions, Pediatric Articles, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged early childhood, infants

Teaching Your Child How to Swallow a Pill May 19, 2014

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Make sure your child is developmentally ready.
Start with very small pieces of food and slowly build up.
Avoid begging, bribing, or threatening. Tension, anxiety, or negative associations will make it harder for your child to successfully swallow a pill.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged early childhood, medicine, middle childhood, pills

How To Help Your Shy Child April 14, 2014

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It is important to understand why your child is "shy." Is it because of temperament, a stage of development, a lack of self-confidence, or a more serious issue?
Things like role-playing, playgroups, and being a good example can help shy children open up more.
Don't call your child shy or allow others to. Learn to embrace your child’s personality and let them be themselves.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged anxiety, behavior, early childhood, shyness, social

How Safe Are Shopping Carts? February 10, 2014

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An average of 66 children a day are treated in the emergency room for shopping cart related injuries.
Instead of placing your child in the shopping cart, consider using a stroller or baby carrier.
If you do place your children in a shopping cart, make sure that they are properly strapped in and that you stay by their side.

Posted in Child Safety, Pediatric Articles | Tagged early childhood, infants, safety

How Much Should My Child Be Eating? September 9, 2013

Article at a Glance Remember that it is your job to provide healthy food and your child’s job to decide how much to eat. Children’s appetites can vary widely from day to day and from child to child. Setting predictable routines and consistently offering healthy choices will help make sure your child gets the nutrients … Continue reading “How Much Should My Child Be Eating?”

Posted in Healthy Living for Kids, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged early childhood, nutrition, obesity, weight management

Medications are the Leading Cause of Accidental Child Poisoning Deaths March 25, 2013

Article at a Glance Each day 165 children go to the ER to be treated for accidental medication drug poisoning. Overdoses could be easily prevented by being more careful with how we store and administer medication. Make sure to keep medications out of sight and out of reach of children. Although the child poisoning death … Continue reading “Medications are the Leading Cause of Accidental Child Poisoning Deaths”

Posted in Child Safety, Pediatric Articles | Tagged baby proofing, early childhood, medicines, safety, toddlers

Get Your Finger Out of Your Nose! March 18, 2013

Article at a Glance Some of the most common bad habits kids have are nail biting, nose picking, thumb sucking, teeth grinding, and hair twirling. Children generally outgrow these habits, and you don’t need to worry about them unless they are negatively impacting your child’s life. Be patient—each child is different, so you may need … Continue reading “Get Your Finger Out of Your Nose!”

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

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