Developmental Milestones – Gross Motor
In medicine, “gross” means “large.” Therefore, when we discuss “gross motor” skills, we are talking about large movements of the body. These are movements that require core (central) body stabilizing muscles, and include sitting, standing, walking, and running. They are…
Should Kids Return to School in the Fall?
It is a question I am being asked regularly these days, by family, friends, and the parents of my patients…Should our kids be going back to school in the Fall? It is safe? As a Pediatrician and a mama of…
Fun (But Safe) in the Sun
Protection from the sun’s rays is something everyone should be concerned about, as skin damage can happen at any age. However, it is particularly important for kids because it has been shown that most skin damage occurs in childhood and…
Keep Your Toddler Healthy – Nutrition Information
Toddler nutrition can be tricky – parents commonly struggle with getting toddlers to eat enough, eat nutritiously, and eat consistently. Parents are often surprised by the sudden drop in appetite in toddlers when they are still so active, but growth…
WHEN YOUR CHILD HAS A FEVER
Not a day goes by that I don’t see a patient in my office with a fever. It is one of the most common symptoms seen in Pediatrics, and also one many parents are fearful of. There are many misunderstandings…
Choosing a Pediatrician
Pediatricians are doctors who are specialized to take care of children from birth through adolescence and early adulthood. We are trained specifically to recognize and identify developmental delays, difficulties with learning and behavior, common and uncommon diseases and syndromes that…
Late Adolescence Well-Child Visits (ages 17-19y)
We will look at ages 17-19y, known as middle adolescence, as a group rather than individually. It is still important that your child come to see the Pediatrician once per year during this time. There are important milestones and plans…
Middle Adolescence Well-Child Visits (ages 14-16y)
We will look at ages 14-16y, known as middle adolescence, as a group rather than individually. It is still important that your child come to see the Pediatrician once per year during this time. There are important milestones, school discussions,…
