Picky eating can be a challenging phase for many parents, particularly when it comes to ensuring proper nutrition and overall kids care. As children develop their tastes and preferences, it’s crucial to find strategies that encourage healthy eating habits. This blog will explore effective methods to manage picky eating while ensuring your child's nutritional needs are met. Understanding Picky Eating Picky eating is a common [...]
As a parent, it’s natural to be concerned about your child's health. Whether it's a common childhood illness or something more serious, knowing when to act and how to care for your child can feel overwhelming. At Pediatrix, we understand your worries and are here to support you every step of the way. In this blog, we will discuss common childhood illnesses like chicken pox, [...]
As the back-to-school season approaches, now is the perfect time to check in on your child's health. Whether it's ensuring they are up-to-date on important vaccinations or making sure they are cleared for sports, scheduling these essential checkups early in the school year can help set your child up for success. At Pediatrix, we’re here to make the process easy and efficient so that your [...]
Facing your child's first fever can be an anxiety-inducing experience, especially for new parents. It's natural to worry when your little one isn’t feeling well, but knowing how to handle the situation can bring peace of mind and ensure your baby receives the care they need. Here is Pediatrix's advice to help you confidently navigate this common parenting milestone. What Constitutes a Fever in Newborns? [...]
As your little ones grow, their immune systems are constantly evolving. That's why it's important as a parent to do everything you can to make sure they're staying healthy. Here are some things your local kids' physicians would recommend to keep your child's immune system healthy. Healthy Diet The best way to be healthy is by making sure that you're eating healthy, nutritious, clean foods [...]
Over the years, pediatric medical staff have seen the technology they use become more advanced. This has played a big part in keeping children alive - according to the World Health Organization, the number of deaths of children under the age of 5 has halved over the course of the decade-plus between 2000 and 2017. How has pediatric technology improved over that span of time? [...]
You might think every pediatrician is the same, but that's far from the case. According to Modern Pediatrics, there are at least 20 different sub-specializations of pediatricians, not to mention experience and other factors. If you're looking for the best pediatrician, here's what you need to know about how they differ. Types of Pediatricians When you're looking for a doctor, you always want to make [...]
Finding underarm hair on your third grader can be confusing, and parents often don’t have answers when their thirteen your old asks when they should start puberty. While there are age parameters of when children should be starting puberty, most parents are surprised to find out that the earliest and latest ages to begin pubescence is younger and older than most assume. What’s Normal? For [...]
Going gluten-free isn’t a trendy diet for everyone. Gluten allergies are real and another name for them is celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder affects 1% of the population. For children specifically, 1 in 130 will be diagnosed with celiac disease. When someone with celiac disease consumes gluten, they can damage their small intestine. But how can parents know if their child has a gluten allergy? [...]
While cigarette smoking for teenagers is at an all-time low, a new and addictive trend is skyrocketing with the youth—Juul. But what is Juul? Is it harmful? And why are middle and high schoolers so attracted to this form of e-cigarette? What is Juul? Juuls are e-cigarettes that use nicotine salts from leaf tobacco. Unlike other bulky vape pens, they come in very small, colorful [...]
