Everyone knows that breastfeeding is best but everyone should also know that it is a commitment and not for everyone. For those moms who are able to and choose to breastfeed, we applaud you. From the AAP: “Newly Revised” Breastfeeding Policy Statement The AAP released their revised breastfeeding policy statement in February 2012. This policy…
Category: Health & Wellness
Stop Smoking and Vaping
Let’s be honest-smoking isn’t good for you and it certainly isn’t good for your newborn or infant baby. Less well known, vaping can also be harmful to your health. Though it was originally marketed as a tool to help smokers quit, electronic cigarettes have taken on a market of their own. In the U.S., 27.5%…
Prenatal Visits
Perhaps you are here on our website today and haven’t yet had your baby (you are already one step ahead of many). It is a good idea, especially for first-time parents, to schedule a prenatal visit with the pediatrician(s) you are thinking about using. While picking a pediatrician may sound like a daunting task, it…
ADHD, ADD, & Behavior Problems
There has been a steady increase in the number of children diagnosed with ADHD over the past several years. According to the National Institute of Mental Health: “Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder” (ADHD) is one of the most common childhood brain disorders and can continue through adolescence and adulthood. Symptoms include difficulty staying focused and paying…
Lice
Lice is the one word that has the power to make a parent cringe. Most families will have to deal with this problem at some point during the life of their child. Our providers recommend the following at home hair treatment: Wash hair in Joy dish detergent Comb olive oil through hair Shower cap &…
Car Seats
If you have a baby you should also have a car seat. It is very important that all parents are up to date on current car seat safety guidelines. It is also important to note that there is a difference between car seat laws and care seat guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).…
Asthma Treatment
Asthma is one of the most common chronic conditions of childhood. According to the American Lung Association, there are an estimated 7.1 million children under the age of 18 affected by asthma today. Watching your child have difficulty breathing can be very scary for parents. It is important to treat chronic conditions like asthma proactively…