If you’re raising a child athlete, chances are you’re familiar with the pre-participation physical exam (PPE) that must be conducted before your child’s sports season starts. What many parents don’t realize is that all children can benefit from a PPE or physical sports. From organized sports to running and playing during recess, kids are always […]
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If you’ve cared for an infant for any length of time, you understand spit-up is inevitable. Babies naturally swallow air along with breast milk or formula during feedings. As their stomach becomes full, your baby may spit-up to relieve some pressure. This is perfectly normal and known as Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER), which most infants experience. […]
Welcoming your baby into this world is exciting, but many first-time parents also experience uncertainty about what to expect. From creating feeding and sleeping schedules to baby-proofing your house, there is a lot that goes into being a new parent. So, to help you transition into parenthood, we would like to share a few tips […]
Does your child really need a physical every year? You would be surprised at how many parents skip their child’s annual physical. Unless required, many families only visit the pediatrician when their child is unwell. The truth is that yearly physicals are a vital component of the health and development of your child. From monitoring […]
Belly aches are a normal part of life – even for babies. During your child’s first year of life, they are bound to experience some Gastrointestinal (GI) issues, but these conditions are often temporary and resolve on their own. While there are numerous causes for GI discomfort, we thought it would be helpful to discuss […]
Continue Reading...The winter season is rapidly approaching, which begs the question, does cold weather truly cause sickness in children? While it is true that during the winter season, you will see an uptick in the common cold, flu, and stomach viruses, the idea that these sicknesses are directly related to cold weather is a myth. In […]
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