When a Sore Throat Interrupts Your Child's Health
- posted: Sep. 06, 2017
In infants, toddlers and preschoolers, the most frequent cause of sore throats is a viral infection. No specific medicine is required when a virus is responsible, and the child should Read More
How to Tell the Difference between Sinusitis and a Cold
- posted: Aug. 15, 2017
Many people mistake a common cold for sinusitis, and vice versa, as the symptoms of a cold and a sinus infection can be quite similar to each other because the Read More
How to Protect Kids from the Sun
- posted: Jul. 17, 2017
Too many parents wrongly assume that the sun is only dangerous when it’s shining brightly. The fact is, the sun’s rays are dangerous no matter what time of the year, Read More
Understanding Infant Jaundice
- posted: Jul. 05, 2017
Jaundice is a common condition in newborns, caused by excess yellow pigment in the blood called bilirubin, which is produced by the normal breakdown of red blood cells. When bilirubin Read More
How to Keep Germs At Bay and Illnesses Away
- posted: Jun. 15, 2017
Kids pick up germs all day, every day. Whether they are sharing toys, playing at day care or sitting in the classroom, whenever children are together, they are at risk Read More
Fever Phobia? When Parents Should Call Their Pediatrician
- posted: Jun. 02, 2017
Generally, a fever is brought on by an infection from a virus or bacterial infection. While many times a parent’s first instinct is to worry when their child has a Read More
Introducing Solids: How to Transition from the Bottle to Spoon
- posted: May 16, 2017
Giving your baby his first spoonful of solid foods is an exciting time! Many parents look forward to the day their little one takes their first bite of rice cereal, Read More
Tick Season is Here
- posted: Apr. 29, 2017
Tick season has started. Here are some helpful tips from the Centers for Disease Control. Avoiding Ticks Removing a tick What you need to know about Lyme Disease (Photo from www.cdc.gov) Read More
Is Eczema Causing My Child's Rash?
- posted: Apr. 28, 2017
It’s normal for a child to get a rash at one time or another. But one common type of rash, known as eczema, can be especially troubling. Eczema refers to Read More
Understanding Childhood Asthma
- posted: Apr. 18, 2017
A common condition seen in kids and teens, asthma is a lung condition that causes trouble breathing and shortness of breath. During an attack, the bronchial airways become inflamed and Read More
How to Help Your Teen Make Healthy Eating Choices
- posted: Mar. 31, 2017
As children grow into adolescence, their bodies require more nutrients to grow healthy and strong. But as many parents know, for those teens with busy school schedules, sports practices and Read More
New Parents: How to Select the Right Crib for Your Baby
- posted: Mar. 14, 2017
A new baby needs a lot of things. From bottles and car seats to high chairs and baby monitors, an expectant parent has a lot of decisions and purchases to Read More
Understanding Tonsillitis
- posted: Feb. 28, 2017
The tonsils are oval-shaped, pink masses of tissue on both sides of the throat. They are part of the body's immune system, designed to fight off bacteria and viruses that Read More
Headaches and Children: Knowing When to Call the Pediatrician
- posted: Feb. 14, 2017
A number of factors can cause a child to develop a headache, such as stress, lack of sleep, skipped meals and certain medications. Other times a child may suffer from Read More
Does My Child Have a Food Allergy?
- posted: Feb. 02, 2017
Especially during the younger years, adequate food and nutrition is vital for a child’s growth and development. But for some children, a snack or meal as simple as a peanut Read More
Hear This: Turning Down the Volume Now May Save Your Teen's Hearing in Adult Years
- posted: Jan. 16, 2017
It may seem like your teenager is ignoring you, but in reality, they may be having trouble hearing you. More and more we see kids listening to their MP3 players Read More
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