As a parent, knowing when to take your child to the pediatrician can be tricky. There are some clear signs that indicate it's time for an appointment, while other symptoms are more ambiguous. Here are some tips on recognizing when your child needs to see the doctor. Watch for Persistent Fevers Fevers are one of the most common reasons parents seek pediatrician visits. In general, [...]
As a parent there are so many crucial choices that need to be made for your child. Some decisions can feel fraught with indecision and even fear. For many parents, vaccinations fall into this category. The WHO reported that 21 million children missed out on one or more routine vaccines in 2022. In order to make the best informed decisions about vaccinations, you need to [...]
As a parent, it’s very important that you know how to handle common childhood illnesses and when to call your pediatrician. Some illnesses can be handled with remedies at home, but some require the intervention of a doctor. Younger children are more likely than adults to get common sicknesses like colds. In fact, according to the National Library of Medicine, children catch between six and [...]
When flu season hits, no parent wants to deal with a miserable, sick child at home for weeks. According to the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, on average, every year, 20 thousand children under the age of five are hospitalized due to flu complications. By being proactive, though, you can take decisive steps to decrease the chances your kids come down with influenza. A local [...]
One of your main goals as a parent is to keep your child healthy. That means you need to take them to the pediatrician. But what if your child is terrified of going to the doctor? They could start screaming the second you leave the house. This is something that they need to overcome, otherwise it's something that could linger into adulthood. Here are some [...]
It's important to establish good hygiene and healthy habits in your child from an early age. According to National Geographic, every day, the average person encounters thousands of different germs, including children. As a parent, you play a pivotal role in teaching kids care and helping your child develop routines that will benefit them throughout their life. Here are some tips on how you can [...]
It's a common observation that young children seem to catch colds much more frequently than adults. In fact, according to the National Library of Medicine, the average preschooler can expect to get six to eight colds per year, while adults only average two to four colds annually. You may be asking your child's pediatrics team why this is the case. There are several reasons why [...]
Being a new parent can be exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. There's a lot of information that you have to take in and remember, especially if this is your first child. Medical care provided by a newborn care physician is extremely important to ensure your new baby is healthy and hits their developmental milestones. Here's some information that you need to know in [...]
When your child is born, one of the first things that you think of is that you want them to be happy. It can be hard to see them go from being a cheerful child to someone in discomfort with the world around them. According to SAMHSA, roughly half of the time, a child will show signs of a mental health disorder before they turn [...]
ADHD, short for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is becoming more common nationwide. According to Brookings, around 6.8% of kids aged 3-17 are diagnosed with ADHD. Many parents wonder if specific behavioral issues also stem from a child having this disorder. Here’s how children may be diagnosed with ADHD. Pediatrician The first step is often to head to the pediatrician. A pediatrics doctor will speak with [...]
