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• posted: Aug. 05, 2019
• Car Seats

Kids may complain about being restrained in the car, but car seats and booster seats save lives. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that using a car Read More

• posted: Jul. 16, 2019
• Mono

Has your child been uncharacteristically fatigued as of late? Whereas before they were running and jumping around, now they seem more sluggish and uninterested. Perhaps this weary state has also Read More

• posted: Jul. 02, 2019
• Physical Exam

Once your child is born it’s amazing just how quickly they grow and develop. It seems like you blink and suddenly they are talking and walking. During these important milestones Read More

• posted: Jun. 17, 2019
• Diabetes

If your child has just been diagnosed with diabetes, it’s important that you have a pediatrician you can turn to in order to create a customized and effective treatment plan. Read More

• posted: Jun. 04, 2019
• Sports Injuries

Your child's sports injury can be treated just as your injury was. Or, can it? Your pediatrician knows that a child's body is still developing, responding differently to acute and Read More

• posted: May 16, 2019
• Mental Health

It’s easy for parents to be able to pinpoint when there is something physically wrong with their child. They may have a fever, body aches, or abdominal pain. When these Read More

• posted: May 03, 2019
• Autism

What is Autism? Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or autism, is a developmental disability that can cause significant communication, communication, and behavioral challenges. The thinking, learning, and problem-solving abilities of individuals with Read More

• posted: Apr. 19, 2019
• Flu,  Sick Child

Your child just woke up with a runny nose, an elevated temperature and body aches. Could this just be a passing cold or could it be the flu? It’s important Read More

• posted: Apr. 09, 2019
• Nutrition

Why Proper Nutrition is Important As a parent, it goes without saying that you want what is best for your child. Making sure that your little ones grow up healthy, happy, Read More

• posted: Feb. 06, 2019
• Whooping Cough

Named after the characteristic sound of its notorious coughing fits, whooping cough is an extraordinarily uncomfortable condition that typically manifests itself in babies and in children ages 11 to 18 Read More

• posted: Jan. 09, 2019
• Vision,  Sight

Does Your Child Have Vision Problems? Does your child have vision problems? Children learn through their eyes. Healthy vision is critical for children to see the computer and chalkboard, read, write, Read More

• posted: Dec. 14, 2018
• Weight

Maintaining an optimum weight is important for the health of your little one. It’s never too early to make sure that your child is adopting the best habits for maintaining Read More

• posted: Dec. 07, 2018
• Urgent Care

When To Take Your Child To Urgent Care   As a parent, you want to always do everything you can when your child is sick, but sometimes it’s hard to tell exactly Read More

• posted: Nov. 16, 2018
• Vaccinations

The importance of immunizations Childhood immunizations are one of the most important safeguards against communicable diseases and their serious, long-term complications. Your pediatrician closely adheres to the vaccination schedules published by Read More

• posted: Oct. 01, 2018
• Sports Physical

Your child is eager to start the school year so they can participate in sports. That’s great news! Keeping your child active is an important part of a healthy lifestyle Read More

• posted: Sep. 14, 2018
• Behavior,  Behavioral Consultation

No two children are ever the same and while you certainly want to let your child discover their unique personality it is important to know when these differences in your Read More