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 that time of year again. The temperatures drop, the leaves fall, and everyone starts sniffling. Cold and flu season has arrived. As you prepare to battle the inevitable bugs this year, it's time to debunk some popular myths about the season of sickness. Understanding the facts will help you and your family stay happy and healthy. Myth #1: You Should Starve a Fever You [...]
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 often feels like flu season and the winter holidays are always on a collision course. Getting sick, coming down with the flu, or feeling under the weather are very common during the winter season, especially for children, but all is not lost. All it takes is a few very simple habits that will help your child stay healthy during the winter and reduce the [...]
Children are bound to run into various illnesses as they grow up. Kids enjoy touching everything, and toddlers still learn through taste and feeling textures. Placing children in daycare or school exposes them to various other illnesses as their immune system strengthens. Here are some of the most common diseases pediatricians say to watch for. Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Blisters or sores on the [...]
The flu can hit kids hard, especially if they have a compromised immune system or are younger than five years old, according to the CDC. The same study found that children up to the age of five and adults over the age of 65 are at a higher risk of getting a more severe case of the flu. As a parent, it's tough to see [...]
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 [...]
