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New Dads & Partners: How Your Involvement Matters Just as new mothers occasionally need to readjust their priorities, new fathers now have a golden opportunity to show more of their nurturing side by caring for Mom, the baby, and possibly other siblings.

Guns in the Home: How to Keep Kids Safe Did you know that roughly a third of U.S. homes with children have guns? In fact, an estimated 4.6 million kids live with unlocked, loaded guns. That's a scary statistic when you think about the fact that even young toddlers are capable of finding unlocked guns in the home, and they are strong enoug...

Pool Dangers and Drowning Prevention―When It’s Not Swimming Time ​Drowning is the leading cause of unintentional injury-related death in children between ages 1 and 4. The AAP recommends several ways parents can help keep children safe around home swimming pools and hot tubs―all year long―in your own backyard, your neighbor's, or on vacation.

For many families, spending time near the water is a favorite activity. Whether it’s at the ocean or at the edge of a lake, here are some ways for you and your family to stay safe:

Beach Safety for Families: Safe Fun in the Sun, Sand & Sea Whether your family's favorite beach spot is near the ocean or the edge of a river or lake, here are ways to make sure that health hazards don't spoil your good time. Learn how to keep kids safe.

Playing Outside: Why It’s Important for Kids ​No matter what the weather brings, playing outside is good for kids. There is scientific evidence that playing outside improves health, and children of all ages love it. Even as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, outdoor time and nature exploration are safe for most kids. And we know that the more ...

9 Asthma Triggers and What to do About Them ​Know what triggers your child’s asthma to help control symptoms and avoid an asthma flare. Learn more here.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Kids and teens today are facing a lot of stress and challenges to their mental health and wellbeing. As parents and caregivers, you can help your kids and teens thrive, no matter what life throws their way. Here are some ways you can support your child’s healthy mental and emotional development:

Tips to Support Healthy Mental & Emotional Development in Your Child Parents and caregivers have powerful tools to help their children thrive, no matter what life throws their way. Here are 4 key building blocks of healthy mental and emotional development in children, and tips to support them in your family's everyday routines.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Kids and teens today are facing a lot of stress and challenges to their mental health and wellbeing. As Parents and caregivers, you can help your kids and teens thrive, no matter what life throws their way. Here are some ways you can support your child’s healthy mental and emotional development:

Tips to Support Healthy Mental & Emotional Development in Your Child Parents and caregivers have powerful tools to help their children thrive, no matter what life throws their way. Here are 4 key building blocks of healthy mental and emotional development in children, and tips to support them in your family's everyday routines.

Why shouldn't babies under age one drink cow’s milk? Babies can’t digest cow’s milk as easily as breast milk or formula. More importantly, it doesn’t have all the nutrients that a growing baby needs. Remember, babies shouldn’t have cow’s milk until age one. Learn more:

Why Do Infants Need Baby Formula Instead of Cow's Milk? ​Many parents ask why they can't just feed their baby regular cow's milk. The answer is simple: Young infants cannot digest cow's milk as completely or easily as they digest formula. 

Lead can hide in everyday items like toys, the soil, jewelry, spices, paint, and in pipes in your home. Use this interactive question-and-answer tool to learn how to protect your child from lead exposure and ways your pediatrician can help. https://www.healthychildren.org/.../lead-exposure-and...

Lead can hide in everyday items like toys, the soil, jewelry, spices, paint, and in pipes in your home. Use this interactive question-and-answer tool to learn how to protect your child from lead exposure and ways your pediatrician can help. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/all-around/Pages/lead-exposure-and-children-faqs-for-families.aspx

Protecting Your Baby From a Measles Outbreak: FAQs ​The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) answers questions parents have about protecting babies from measles who are too young for the vaccine. 

Water Beads: Harmful if Swallowed, Put in Ears ​Water-absorbing gel beads sold as children's toys and used in vases and gardens are a growing problem among young children.​

What's the best way to protect kids’ skin from sunburn? Roughly a quarter of lifetime sun exposure happens during childhood and adolescence. Kids spend a lot of time outdoors, especially in the summer, so its important to build some sun-safe habits that don't take away from the fun of outside play.​

Eczema & Sports: How to Help Your Child Prevent Flare-Ups ​Participating in sports can boost a child's physical and mental health in so many ways. But for kids with eczema, exercise can also worsen their symptoms or lead to eczema flare-ups. The good news: preparing your child with the proper clothing and moisturizing routine can prevent or minimize ecze...

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Tips for Freezing & Refrigerating Breast Milk When it comes to breast milk, how you store it depends on how soon you want to use it. Follow these safety guidelines.

The solar eclipse on April 8 is a fun way for your kids to learn about space and science. Pediatric ophthalmologist Sylvia Yoo has tips on how to experience this rare cosmic event while protecting young eyes (and your own) from vision damage:

How can I safely watch a solar eclipse with my children? The next solar eclipse will be visible across North America on Monday, April 8, 2024. Solar eclipses occur when the moon passes between the sun and the Earth, blocking sunlight and casting a shadow on our planet. There will be a 115-mile-wide path stretching from Texas to Maine with a total eclipse,...

If you’re scrambling to get your child’s ADHD prescription refilled, you’re not alone. Doctors and pharmacies are currently dealing with a shortage of ADHD medications. It isn’t clear when the shortage will end, but here are some tips to help:

What should I do if my child’s ADHD medication is out of stock during the shortage? With the ongoing ADHD medication shortage, here are tips on what you can do if your child's prescription is out of stock.

From planning a family movie night to playing video games together, watching and playing along with your child gives you a great view of their online experiences. We call this co-viewing or co-playing. Pediatrician and media expert Megan Moreno offers co-viewing tips that can deepen your bond with your child while also helping them navigate the digital landscape in a positive way. Learn more:

Why Co-Viewing is Important: Tips to Share Screen Time with Your Kids Co-viewing media together can open a window into your child's online experiences in a context of sharing and trust. It can open difficult conversations, build parent-child bonds and give you the chance to help your child navigate the digital landscape in a positive way. Learn more here.

Our office is closed today in observance of Easter. Our nurse triage line is available for non-emergent calls. We will resume normal office hours tomorrow April 2 at 8 AM.

The large array of car seats on the market can be dizzying! If you are confused about which features to look for based on your child’s age, size and other needs, our newly updated car seat guide is here to help you sort through all the options:

Car Seats: Product Listing for 2024 The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) provides parents with an up-to-date list of car seats for babies and children, including features to look for based on your child's age, size and other needs. ​

Traveling with children can be a delight and a challenge. Here are some tips for safe and stress-free family travel for spring break: https://bit.ly/48Zeu9T

If your family is planning to travel internationally to any country, the CDC now recommends babies ages 6 to 11 months should have one dose of the MMR vaccine to prevent measles at least two weeks before travel. Children 12 months and older should have two doses of the MMR vaccine before international travel. Depending on your travel destination and the activities you have planned, other vaccines may also be recommended. Talk to your pediatrician with questions about the MMR vaccine or how to protect your children from measles and visit HealthyChildren to learn more: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/vaccine-preventable-diseases/Pages/Measles.aspx

Spring is here! Outdoor play is linked to improved motor development, lower obesity and less anger and aggression. Learn more tips here. https://bit.ly/3byG8Ct

There is no safe amount of alcohol when a person is pregnant. Find answers to common questions parents may have about drinking and pregnancy during National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week:

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: Parent FAQs ​The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) provides frequently asked questions about fetal alcohol syndrome disorders.

Learn 6 essential baby massage techniques when you attend our free webinar on March 22, 2024 at 12 PM Central Time. Register now to reserve your virtual seat at https://bit.ly/3uK1kPU

All kids catch colds. Luckily, most get better in about a week. But for babies and toddlers, the symptoms could be something more serious like RSV. Here’s how to tell the difference:

RSV, Flu & COVID: How Are These Respiratory Illnesses Different? Your child has a stuffy nose, cough and fever. Is it a cold? RSV? The flu? Or are they symptoms of COVID? Some COVID, flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and cold symptoms can be alike. But there are some clues that set each of these common viruses apart. Learn more here.