Dr Renuka S Harsh MD

To all the breastfeeding mamas out there, you're doing amazing! We see you and support you this . ⁣
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Back-to-school season is just around the corner! 🍎📚🏈 Don't wait until the last minute to schedule your child's school and sports physicals. We're booking up quickly, so give us a call today to reserve your spot. Let's make sure your little one is healthy and ready to take on the new school year! ⁣
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It's Children's Eye Health & Safety Month! Schedule eye exams for your little peepers! ⁣
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Let's bloom together! This month is all about growth and self-care, start by prioritizing your wellbeing this National Wellness Month. ⁣
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Keep your eyes peeled for ticks! Of the many different tick species found throughout the world, only a select few bite and transmit bacteria, viruses, and parasites (pathogens) that cause diseases in people, such as Lyme disease. Watch where you step and keep a keen eye for these little guys! ⁣
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Washing your hands is easy, and it’s one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of germs. Clean hands can help stop germs from spreading from one person to another and in our communities—including your home, workplace, schools, and childcare facilities.⁣
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Follow these five steps every time. ⁣
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Reading aloud with children can create strong bonds with loved ones and helps your child develop and learn. A child with hearing loss might not be able to hear or understand some of the words in a story, or tell you the names of things on the page. But your child will enjoy cuddling with you and sharing a colorful and interesting book. Over time, reading aloud can also strengthen speech and language skills by making reading fun. It’s a way to give your child a gift that will last a lifetime—a love of books. ⁣
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If your child has hearing loss and you find reading together challenging, consider implementing these tips during your next reading session: ⁣
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1. Turning pages, touching the pictures, and reading books with flaps will give your child proactive using their hands, which gets your child ready to learn sign language. ⁣
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2. Read together at a time of day when reading can be fun and relaxing.⁣
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3. Learn and use simple sign language as you read. ⁣
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4. Read the same story many times. This can help your child learn words that may have been missed before. Explain the story if you need to.⁣
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5. Make sure your child can see your face and the pictures. This will make it easier to follow the story, even if the child doesn’t catch all the words ⁣
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Swim safe this summer! Keeping children safe in and around water allows everyone to enjoy summer water activities. Drowning is the leading cause of death for children 1 to 4 years old, and the second leading cause of unintentional injury death for children 5 to 14 years old. Enroll your children in swimming lessons to reduce their risk of drowning. ⁣
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Eating fruits and vegetables is one of the most positive health habits adults and children can have. People who eat more fruits and vegetables as part of a healthy diet have reduced risks of chronic diseases, including stroke, type 2 diabetes, some forms of cancer and heart disease. Eating plenty of produce is a great way to eat smart while adding color, taste and variety to our diets. Start encouraging your child early to choose more fruits and vegetables with these nine tips: ⁣
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🍓 Keep a bowl of fruit on the counter⁣
🧉 Make fruit smoothies for a quick breakfast or snack⁣
🥔 Top baked potatoes with salsa⁣
🥕 Keep baby carrots or other ready-to-eat veggies on hand ⁣
🌽 Add corn, carrots, peas, sweet potatoes, or beans to soups and stews⁣
🥪 Top sandwiches with lettuce, tomato, and other vegetables ⁣
🍌 Add bananas to cereal or yogurt⁣
🫑 Add peppers, onions, or other vegetables to spaghetti sauce⁣
🧑‍🍳 Make a stir-fry; experiment with different vegetables or use what you have on hand ⁣
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We all want our children to feel safe and secure. Reading can be a touchpoint even in periods of stress, like when there is a perceived threat of danger or when they are practicing physical distancing and must remain in their homes. Children still look to their parents and caregivers to help them feel loved and protected. Reading aloud to your child is one way to help your family through this difficult time. ⁣
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Review these milestones for children aged 12 to 24 months.To be able to identify a reading problem in their child, parents need to have a sense of the milestones of early literacy. If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s literacy development, talk with your child’s doctor, teacher, or a speech and language specialist. The sooner your child gets the help they need, the easier it will be for your child to learn. ⁣
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More than 80% of a child’s brain is formed during their first 3 years, and what they experience during this window can irreversibly affect how their brain develops. Attention and nurturing from a loving parent or caregiver supports healthy brain development—and one of the best ways to engage young children is to READ BOOKS TOGETHER!⁣
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HAPPY 1st BIRTHDAY to your sweet baby! So much growth is happening with your baby, both physically and mentally. Your baby may soon take their first steps, if they haven’t already, and you may hear them call you “mama” or “dada.” Expect boosters for some earlier vaccines to be given today and depending on the seasons, we may recommend the flu vaccine. Please make note of any questions or concerns prior to our visit so you can be sure to go over everything.⁣
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Each year, approximately 3 million people— many under age 5— swallow or have contact with a poisonous substance.⁣
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If your child is unconscious, not breathing, or having convulsions or seizures due to poison contact or ingestion, call 911 or your local emergency number immediately. ⁣
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To get help from Poison Control, use the POISON CONTROL online tool (triage.webpoisoncontrol.org) or call 1-800-222-1222. Both options are free, expert, and confidential.⁣
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Are you planning to take your family out to eat Italian food? Here are some suggestions for feeding your family in a healthier way when eating at an Italian restaurant.⁣
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Child experts all agree on at least one thing — Play is very important for children. Free play (as opposed to structured sports or video games) is an important way for kids to learn and develop. Here are some ideas to help your children enjoy the real benefits of child’s play:⁣
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📺 Turn off the television ⁣
☀️ Go outside with your children⁣
♻️ Save money with reused stuff⁣
✨ Let imaginations run wild ⁣
🗣 Teach skills during playtime⁣
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To be able to identify a reading problem in their child, parents need to have a sense of the milestones of early literacy. If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s literacy development, talk with your child’s doctor, teacher, or a speech and language specialist. The sooner your child gets the help they need, the easier it will be for your child to learn.⁣
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Ahhh, summer... when the weather’s nice, the birds are singing and the ways to endanger your health are many. Here are six things that can ruin your summer fun and simple steps that you can take to prevent them from happening.⁣
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Not all disabilities are visible. This , let's practice empathy and create a more inclusive world. ⁣
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If you have a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), reading can help in situations where the child does not like certain textures and activities or has trouble getting along with other kids. Over time, reading aloud can also strengthen speech and language skills. If you find reading with your child challenging, consider trying these tips during your next reading session together:⁣
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1. Read together when your child is relaxed and paying attention, such as before bedtime.⁣
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2. Read books that have photos and drawings of faces. These can help your child recognize feelings.⁣
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3. Read the same story many times. Children enjoy the repetition and it helps them learn language.⁣
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4. Point to pictures and talk about them. “Look at the silly monkey!: You can also ask your child to point at certain things. “Where is the cat?”⁣
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5. Find books that repeat words many times. Books with thymes are also good.⁣
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6. Softly clap your hands and help your child clap along to the rhythm of the words.⁣
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7. Try books with buttons that make a sound when pushed. Many children with ASD enjoy these.⁣
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Finding and eating or drinking medicines, without adult supervision, is the main cause of emergency visits for adverse drug events among children less than 5 years of age. Approximately 50,000 children less than 5 years of age are brought to emergency departments each year because of unsupervised ingestions. Nearly 70% of emergency department visits for unsupervised medication ingestions by young children involve 1 and 2-year-olds.⁣
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Follow these tips to ensure that your medications are stored safely away from children at all times.⁣
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Unsure of how much milk your infant or child should be drinking? Refer to these guidelines and always contact your pediatrician with any questions or concerns: ⁣
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➡️ INFANTS: Offer only breast milk or iron-fortified formula before 1 year of age.⁣
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➡️ CHILDREN 1-2 YEARS: 2 cups per day of whole milk.⁣
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➡️ CHILDREN 2-8 YEARS: 2 cups per day of fat-free or low-fat milk.⁣
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➡️ CHILDREN 9 YEARS AND OLDER: 3 cups per day of fat-free or low-fat milk.⁣
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➡️ ADULTS: 3 cups per day of fat-free or low-fat milk.⁣
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Active reading involves reading a book with a child rather than reading a book to a child. Active reading is effective for children between six months through sixth grade. For the younger children you’ll want to focus more on the pictures. In active reading, an adult shares a picture book with a child and provides the child with multiple opportunities to talk about and engage with the pictures, words and ideas in the book. Your role is to be an active listener, ask questions, and get the child talking and thinking about the book. This evidence-based approach improves children’s language skills, vocabulary, and their ability to understand what they read on their own. Try active reading with your child today!⁣
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Connections between math and children’s worlds, connections between math and other content areas, and connections between math content areas can all ensure that children have a better understanding and more positive feelings about math. During play, provide opportunities for your child to make connections between math content and what the child already knows about the world around them.⁣
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Here are some examples of connections during play and what you, as a caregiver, can do to support it.⁣
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Know before you go! Swim diapers and swim pants may help hold in solid p**p (not diarrhea), but they are not a substitute for frequent diaper changing and bathroom breaks. Swim diapers do not keep germs that can be spread in diarrhea from contaminating the water. Swim diapers and swim pants should be checked and changed frequently, away from the poolside.⁣
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Are you or your child experiencing anxiety or stress leading up to your child's vaccination appointment? Consider implementing these tips and always call your pediatrician with any questions or concerns. ⁣
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The 4th of July is a day to celebrate Uncle Sam, enjoy the summer weather, and spend time with family and friends. Keep these safety tips in mind to stay safe and prevent fireworks injuries this summer: ⁣
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1. Never allow young children to play with or ignite fireworks.⁣
2. Always have an adult supervise fireworks activities.⁣
3. Avoid buying fireworks packaged in brown paper, which often means they were made for professional displays and could be dangerous for consumers.⁣
4. Make sure you and your family watch fireworks displays from a safe distance.⁣
5. Call 911 immediately if someone is injured from fireworks.⁣
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Reading aloud with children can create strong bonds with loved ones and helps your child develop and learn. A child with Short Attention, High Activity Level, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) may be very active or have trouble following directions, waiting, or taking turns. But your child will enjoy cuddling with you and sharing a colorful or interesting book, even for a short time. Over time, reading aloud can help motor skills, speech and language development, and play. ⁣
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If your child has ADHD, reading with your child for longer periods of time can be difficult. Consider implementing these 5 tips into your next reading session: ⁣
1. Sing along while reading the book. ⁣
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2. Talk about the pictures and read the story. Help your child point to objects in the book. Ask questions about the story to hold your child’s interest.⁣
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3. Break up reading with play.⁣
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4. Continue to read for a few more minuets even if your child starts doing something else. A child may still be listening to the story even while playing. ⁣
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5. Read before naps and bedtime to help them settle down.⁣
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