It is relatively common for children under 2 years old to bite.  Being common makes it no less upsetting, especially if you are the child’s target or your child’s child care provider is threatening to discharge the child from their care.  There are many reasons for biting, most of them related to growth and development, […]

Yes, we love to talk about poop!  Most of our patients don’t enjoy talking about it quite as much as we do!  But it is oh so important! Why is poop so important? Your child’s (and your) poop is a very good indication of his/her current health status, including fluid intake and diet.  The digestive […]

May 13 – 19, 2018 is Food Allergy Awareness Week. It is likely that you or your child either has food allergies or knows someone who does. Here we will provide some basic information and resources for food allergy. Researchers estimate that up to 15 million Americans have food allergies, including 5.9 million children under […]

Screen-Free Week We often hear parents express concerns about how to engage their children in activities other than smart phones, video games and TV.  Screen-Free Week offers support for this.  In 2018, Screen-Free Week is April 30- May 6.  It also corresponds with Children’s Book Week. The AAP supports this event and encourages parents to […]

March 11-17, 2018 is National Sleep Awareness Week.  Sleep is a foundation of health and wellness.  When they don’t get enough sleep or good quality sleep, children (and adults) cannot function well.   Signs your child may not be getting quality sleep: Difficulty focusing Difficulty following directions Hyperactivity Irritability Moodiness Difficulty awakening in the morning Impaired […]

Acetaminophen, most commonly known as Tylenol, is an over-the-counter (OTC) medication that is taken for pain and fever.  Acetaminophen is packaged by itself to treat pain and fever, but it is also included in 600 other OTC and prescription medications, like cold medications, sleep preparations, and pain medications.    It is viewed as a safe […]

You forgot or chose not to get your kids the flu shot, and now you hear about all the flu going around schools and the community.  You did get your flu shot, but now are hearing that it is not preventing all flu. You are also hearing about children dying from the flu.  What do […]

Keeping children safe from harm is an important role of a parent.  As pediatricians, we talk to parents about keeping children safe from adults who might harm them, gun safety, media safety and such.  But what about children hurting children…what about bullying? October has been designated National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month, so we are sharing […]