What happens at a doctor’s appointment for head lice?
The first sign may be your child scratching their head. They say it itches a little, so you look closer. Is it head lice? While there are many ways people…
After the NICU: What Happens Next and How to Prepare
Having a baby spend time in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is a marathon-type event. It requires stamina, patience, and courage. Really. What happens after the NICU, though? Once…
What happens at the first pediatrician appointment for autism?
If you have wondered whether your baby or child has autism, a first step is often an evaluation in the pediatrician's office. Yes, it can be the same pediatrician that…
Bloodwork for One-Year-Olds: 2 Tests Kids Need
Your baby is already a year old! This feels huge. With turning one comes a doctor’s appointment. Also called a well child check or a preventive visit, this appointment is…
Why is duck walking part of the sports physical?
“Do I have to do the duck walk today?” Sometimes a returning high school athlete would ask this as they walked into the room for their sports physical. There are many…
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.…
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…