Ways to Prevent Poisoning At Home: For Young Children
If your child is mobile, it's time to think about making your home as safe as possible. Today, we'll focus specifically on preventing accidental poisoning at home. In other words,…
Television for Preschoolers: How to Find the Benefits
Many kids watch television at some point. Although the AAP recommends less than 1 hour per day of screen time (for children aged 2-5), it doesn’t mean that any screen…
Why is the pediatrician talking about my kid’s BMI?
There's a lot to say about obesity in children. It's unquestionably important. For many, it's also a really emotional and sensitive subject. But we do have to talk about it.…
Kids’ Dry Skin Care in a Few Easy Steps
It's that time of year. Our children with dry skin might be suffering. This is true especially in dry places, at a time when many are washing their hands even…
Migraine Headaches in Children: What We Discuss at the First Appointment
Children can get migraine headaches. Many adults assume that migraines are something only other adults have, but even young children can suffer. If your child or teen suffers from headaches…
Tools that Make it Easier to Go Outside with Children
Spending time outside is great for kids' health. Whether it's their immune system, eyesight, muscles, heart, or lungs, being outdoors improves almost every aspect of their bodies. It's important for…
Thoughts on Heavy Metals in Baby Foods
Maybe you’ve seen the headlines by now. There are toxic heavy metals in prepared baby foods. Even in organic prepared baby foods. The headlines are doing their job. We gasp.…
Seasonal Allergies in Children (& Options for Symptom Relief)
“Could it be allergies?” The parents of a newborn asked, as we gazed at their baby’s tiny nose and the even tinier amount of congestion. “Well . . .” I…
Reasons a Rash in Children Should Prompt Medical Care
The skin. It's a window to the rest of the body, and it's easy to worry when we notice any changes at all on our children. I find it rewarding…
Are Artificial Sweeteners A Good Choice for Kids?
Sugar substitutes are everywhere! Whether natural or artificial, non-sugar sweeteners are in more foods than ever before. They're in things many kids eat daily. What's a parent to do? Avoid…