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Understanding Infant Jaundice
updated: Oct. 04, 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 moreCategory: Child Health Care, Child Healthcare, Children's Health, Safety and Health, Pediatrics, Pediatric Health, Teenage Skin Care, Allergies, Pediatric Nutrition, Pediatric Illness and Injury, Pediatric Health Care, Auditory Problems, Children's Oral Health, Pediatric Condition -
How to Keep Germs At Bay and Illnesses Away
updated: Sep. 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 moreCategory: Child Health Care, Child Healthcare, Children's Health, Safety and Health, Pediatrics, Pediatric Health, Teenage Skin Care, Allergies, Pediatric Nutrition, Pediatric Illness and Injury, Pediatric Health Care, Auditory Problems, Children's Oral Health -
Fever Phobia? When Parents Should Call Their Pediatrician
updated: Sep. 06, 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 moreCategory: Child Health Care, Child Healthcare, Children's Health, Safety and Health, Pediatrics, Pediatric Health, Teenage Skin Care, Allergies, Pediatric Nutrition, Pediatric Illness and Injury -
Introducing Solids: How to Transition from the Bottle to Spoon
updated: Aug. 15, 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 moreCategory: Child Health Care, Child Healthcare, Children's Health, Safety and Health, Pediatrics, Pediatric Health, Teenage Skin Care, Allergies, Pediatric Nutrition, Pediatric Illness and Injury, Pediatric Health Care, Auditory Problems, Children's Oral Health -
Is Eczema Causing My Child's Rash?
updated: Aug. 01, 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 moreCategory: Child Health Care, Child Healthcare, Children's Health, Safety and Health, Pediatrics, Pediatric Health, Teenage Skin Care, Allergies, Pediatric Nutrition, Pediatric Illness and Injury, Pediatric Health Care, Auditory Problems, Children's Oral Health, Pediatric Condition -
Understanding Childhood Asthma
updated: Jul. 17, 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 moreCategory: Child Health Care, Child Healthcare, Children's Health, Safety and Health, Pediatrics, Pediatric Health, Teenage Skin Care, Allergies, Pediatric Nutrition, Pediatric Illness and Injury, Pediatric Health Care, Auditory Problems, Children's Oral Health, Pediatric Condition -
How to Help Your Teen Make Healthy Eating Choices
updated: Jul. 05, 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 moreCategory: Child Health Care, Child Healthcare, Children's Health, Safety and Health, Pediatrics, Pediatric Health, Teenage Skin Care, Allergies, Pediatric Nutrition, Pediatric Illness and Injury, Pediatric Health Care, Auditory Problems, Children's Oral Health -
New Parents: How to Select the Right Crib for Your Baby
updated: Jun. 15, 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 moreCategory: Child Health Care, Child Healthcare, Children's Health, Safety and Health, Pediatrics, Pediatric Health, Teenage Skin Care, Allergies, Pediatric Nutrition, Pediatric Illness and Injury, Pediatric Health Care, Auditory Problems, Children's Oral Health -
Understanding Tonsillitis
updated: Jun. 02, 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 moreCategory: Child Health Care, Child Healthcare, Children's Health, Safety and Health, Pediatrics, Pediatric Health, Teenage Skin Care, Allergies, Pediatric Nutrition, Pediatric Illness and Injury, Pediatric Health Care, Auditory Problems, Children's Oral Health, Pediatric Condition, Welcome Blog -
Headaches and Children: Knowing When to Call the Pediatrician
updated: May 16, 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 moreCategory: Child Health Care, Child Healthcare, Children's Health, Safety and Health, Pediatrics, Pediatric Health, Teenage Skin Care, Allergies, Pediatric Nutrition, Pediatric Illness and Injury, Pediatric Health Care -
Does My Child Have a Food Allergy?
updated: May 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 moreCategory: Child Health Care, Child Healthcare, Children's Health, Safety and Health, Pediatrics, Pediatric Health, Teenage Skin Care, Allergies -
Hear This: Turning Down the Volume Now May Save Your Teen's Hearing in Adult Years
updated: Apr. 18, 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 moreCategory: Child Health Care, Child Healthcare, Children's Health, Safety and Health, Pediatrics, Pediatric Health, Teenage Skin Care, Allergies, Pediatric Nutrition, Pediatric Illness and Injury, Pediatric Health Care, Auditory Problems -
Diaper Rash: How to Soothe and Protect Your Baby's Bottom
updated: Apr. 03, 2017
A baby’s soft, smooth skin is delicate, making it susceptible to diaper rash, a common and mild irritation of the skin that causes redness in the area where the diaper Read moreCategory: Child Health Care, Child Healthcare, Children's Health, Safety and Health, Pediatrics, Pediatric Health, Teenage Skin Care -
Fit Kids, Healthy Kids - How to Make Exercise a Way of Life
updated: Mar. 27, 2017
Children need physical activity on a regular basis to keep them healthy and strong. It’s unfortunate that many kids today are considered overweight. In fact, according to Centers for Disease Read moreCategory: Child Health Care, Child Healthcare, Children's Health, Safety and Health, Pediatrics, Pediatric Health, Teenage Skin Care, Allergies, Pediatric Nutrition, Pediatric Illness and Injury -
Battling Teenage Acne
updated: Mar. 01, 2017
Acne is by far the most common skin complaint among teenagers, affecting nearly all of those between the ages of 12 and 17 at least occasionally, according to the American Read moreCategory: Child Health Care, Child Healthcare, Children's Health, Safety and Health, Pediatrics, Pediatric Health, Teenage Skin Care -
How to Keep Injuries at Bay when Kids are at Play
updated: Feb. 15, 2017
Whether it’s at the park, school or in your own backyard, kids of all ages enjoy climbing on the monkey bars, going down the slide and swinging. Playgrounds are a Read moreCategory: Child Health Care, Child Healthcare, Children's Health, Safety and Health, Pediatrics, Pediatric Health, Teenage Skin Care, Allergies, Pediatric Nutrition, Pediatric Illness and Injury, Pediatric Health Care, Auditory Problems, Children's Oral Health