by Maria I. Diaz, MD, FAAP Hurray!! Summer is finally here!! But with all the summer fun also comes all the responsibilities that you need to have when kids are in and around the water. Do you know that nearly 1,000 kids die each year by drowning and thousands more are hospitalized? Drowning is the [...]
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What can I do to keep my child from getting sports related injuries this summer, and what do I do if he does get injured?
by Katie M. Bell, RPA-C Summer is upon us and this is the time of year when many children are affected by injuries sustained while playing sports. The most common injuries seen with sports are sprains, contusions, or fractures of the extremities. Many of the injuries are preventable if the proper precautions are taken. It [...]
I have a two year old who sucks her thumb. Is this bad for her teeth?
Sucking only causes problems when it lasts too long, and the permanent teeth are coming in. Usually children stop sucking on their own between the ages of 2-4 years. However if a child does not give up the habit on their own, they continue to suck by age 4 and up, and are losing their baby teeth, it can become a concern.
What can I do to make traveling with my children easier?
It is that time of the year when Spring Break approaches and many families will begin to travel to warmer climates, spend time with family or just get away. In order to have a safe and happy vacation, here are some tips to follow when traveling with children.
What are some measures that parents can take to prevent childhood obesity?
Childhood obesity is one of the major growing problems in pediatrics today. Unfortunately, not all children follow a balanced and nutritious diet and most do not participate in enough exercise daily.
I am considering breastfeeding my baby when she is born but I am still undecided. What are some of the benefits?
There are many advantages to breastfeeding, both for your baby and also for you. Many of these have to do with your baby’s health and also your health.
Should I get the flu vaccine for my child?
Influenza vaccines are strongly recommended for all children over six months of age. Flu vaccines are especially recommended for any child with asthma, allergies, or other chronic conditions as the disease can be more progressive in these populations of children. Any school-aged child or infant attending daycare (six months and older) should be vaccinated as germs and infections tend to spread rapidly in these environments.
When should I take my child to the doctor for a cough?
Coughing is a reflex our body has to keep the throat and airways clear. It helps the body heal and protect itself. Common causes of cough in children are cold, flu, sinus infections, asthma and allergies, lung infections like pneumonia, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), exposure to second hand smoke, and exposure to air pollutants.
Play your way into Yoga
Yoga can benefit children in more ways than you may know. Integrating yoga into your everyday activities is a great way to embrace these benefits.