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Kids' Health Guides for Parents
Simple ways to talk with your child about doctor visits, big feelings, and how their body works.
Tonsillectomy for Kids: A Pediatrician’s Guide for Parents
A child needing surgery can be an unsettling thought for a parent. A tonsillectomy for kids is one of the most common surgeries children have and most kids recover at home in 1 to…
Eczema in Kids: A Pediatrician's Guide to Calming Itchy Skin
Eczema (atopic dermatitis) is a common skin condition that causes dry, red, itchy patches on a child's skin. It affects about 1 in 10 children in the US. It isn't contagious, and…
Talking to Your Kids About Mental Health
Talking to your kids about mental health can feel like treading unknown waters. Learn some ways that you can start the conversation surrounding mental health.
How to Prepare Your Child for a Doctor Visit: 5 Tips From a Child Life Specialist
Taking your child to the doctor can feel overwhelming, for them and for you. Kids often feel scared because they don’t know what will happen or why. A new place, unfamiliar faces…
Halloween Safety Tips
Prepare for a fantastic Halloween with our guide on safety tips for kids. Ensure a fun and worry-free trick-or-treating experience this spooky season.
How to Talk With Kids About Covid-19
Explore the facts about COVID-19 and gain valuable knowledge regarding the pandemic. Read our informative blog to stay informed and educated.
COVID-19: What We Know
COVID-19 was a worldwide pandemic that started in China from a coronavirus. Worldwide, millions of people have been infected.
The Importance of Mindfulness for Kids
These are strange, stressful, anxiety-inducing times. Children of all ages really need opportunities where they can take time out each day to "unplug" to relax and focus…
Strep Throat in Kids: A Family Doctor on Signs & the Swab
“Mom, it hurts to swallow.” I hear some version of this almost every day in clinic, especially once school starts. Most sore throats come from a cold and get better on their own…
How to Explain Asthma to Kids: A Child Life Specialist Guide
The best way to explain asthma to a child is to start by asking what they think the word means. Then keep it simple: asthma is when the small air tubes in the lungs get tight and…
Tips For Your Child's Next Visit To The Doctor
I was driving steadily down the road. I glanced in the review mirror and saw my son’s tiny toes peeping out from his car seat.
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