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Making the Holidays Safe

November 15, 2018

The holiday season can be one of the most wonderful times of the year, filled with family gatherings, festive traditions and delicious food. ...

tags: accidents , choking , emergency room , er , health , holidays , pediatrics , poisoning

The Dangers of Young Girls and Diet - What Parents...

September 10, 2018

Kids today live in a media-saturated world. For parents, it’s nearly impossible to keep your child from being bombarded by billboards, commercials...

tags: diet , dieting , girls , health , healthy eating , obesity , pediatrics , women

Children with ADHD: Advice for Parents

September 5, 2018

When you find out that your child has attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), many parents might not know what to do or how to handle...

tags: adhd , attention deficit , hyperactivity , parents , pediatrics

Balancing Sleep Time with Study Time for Preteens...

August 28, 2018

With back-to-school season in full swing, it’s time to talk about how parents can help their children succeed academically — without sacrificing...

tags: health , homework , kids , loss of sleep , pediatrics , sleep

Grade School Homework Tips and Suggestions for...

August 20, 2018

As back-to-school season begins, you might have a child in grade school who has to do homework for the first time this year. While many kids ...

tags: education , homework , parenting , pediatrics , school

Pedestrian Safety for Kids

August 14, 2018

Whether you live in a big city, a suburban area or a small town, it’s important to start teaching your kids about pedestrian safety at a young...

tags: bus stop , cross walk , pediatrics , road safety , safety , street signs , traffic

Signs Your Child is Being Bullied at School

August 13, 2018

Bullying can happen on the playground, in the hallway, online or even in the classroom. Studies have shown that 25 percent of public schools ...

tags: bully , bullying , mental health , parenting , pediatrics

5 Tips to Keep Kids From Getting Sick at School

August 9, 2018

Did you know that each year, nearly 60 million school days are lost each year due to colds or the flu virus? That’s according to the Centers ...

tags: back to school , bacteria , classroom , cold and flu , nurse , pediatrics , school , teacher

Preparing for a New School Year - Advice for Parents

August 6, 2018

Whether your kid is excited for a new school year or dreading the first day of school, it’s not always easy for kids to make the back-to-school...

tags: back to school , parenting , pediatrics , routine

6 Tips to Help your Child Succeed in Middle School

August 3, 2018

Parental guidance and support can play a huge role in a preteen or teen’s academic success. During adolescence, children often yearn for independence...

tags: back to school , homework , middle school , parenting , pediatrics , school

8 Ways to Help Your Child Succeed in Elementary...

August 2, 2018

We often see teachers as the key to a child’s success in elementary school. Along with your child’s teacher, there’s a lot parents themselves...

tags: back to school , homework , parenting , pediatrics , studying

5 Ways to Help Kids with ADHD Succeed at School

August 1, 2018

Children with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) often face many challenges at school. It’s typical for children with ADHD to have...

tags: adhd , back to school , children , coping , pediatrics , school

5 Ways to Bully-Proof Your Kid

July 24, 2018

Many parents with school-age children worry about their kid becoming a target of bullying. Studies reveal that 25 percent of public schools have...

tags: back to school , bullying , children , kids , pediatrics , safety

Warning Signs of Suicide in Children

July 23, 2018

From 2013 to 2016, the suicide rate for children and teens ages 10-19 rose by 12 percent. This is a disturbing new trend among children, as suicide...

tags: adolescent-mental-health , depression , pediatrics , suicide , suicide prevention , suicide warning signs

Learning About Casts

July 20, 2018

When your child has a broken bone, a cast plays a very important job in the healing process as it helps the bone to both heal effectively and...

tags: broken arm , broken leg , broken wrist , casts , emergency room , er , orthopedics , parents , pediatrics

3 Smartphone Tips for Better Parenting and Happier...

July 13, 2018

We are all guilty of reaching for our phones when we’re bored. Constant smartphone use can quickly become a habit before we even realize it. ...

tags: family , iphone (mobile phone) , parenting , pediatrics , phone , screen time , tablet

4 Ways to Make Your Child's Surgery a Better Experience

July 10, 2018

As scary as surgery is for adults, it can be even scarier for children. Here are four ways that you can help to lessen their fear and ease their...

tags: hospital , kids , pediatrics , preparing for surgery , reduce anxiety , surgery

3 Ways Your Child Could Benefit From a Child Life...

July 9, 2018

It’s overwhelming whenever your child is hospitalized. Whether it’s for treatment after a serious illness, an injury or a medical procedure, ...

tags: child life specialists , pediatrics , peds

Healthy Body Image for Teens

June 20, 2018

As kids start to mature mentally and physically, it’s natural for them to take greater interest in how they look. This is especially true during...

tags: confidence , healthy body image , pediatrics , peer pressure , pre-teen , self-esteem , teens

Enjoying the Sun Safely This Summer

June 18, 2018

Temperatures are really starting to heat up outside, the days are getting longer, and it's time to do more fun stuff outdoors! If you're going...

tags: children , dehydration , pediatrics , spf , summer , sunburn , sunscreen , uv rays

What Happens When a Jellyfish Stings You?

June 14, 2018

More than 1,000 beachgoers in Florida were recently treated for jellyfish stings. So far, none of the stings have been life-threatening. Do you...

tags: beach , jellyfish , muscle spasms , ocean , pediatrics , sting , summer , swollen lips , swollen tongue , venom , vinegar , vomiting

Choosing the Best Sunscreen

June 14, 2018

There are a lot of sunscreens on the market today and it can be very confusing on which one is the best choice. Mineral or organic? Sweat-resistant...

tags: pediatrics , spf , summer , sun block , sunburn , sunscreen , uv protection

Soccer Safety Tips

June 11, 2018

Soccer is an easy sport to learn at an early age, for boys and girls alike. It's a fast-paced, fun activity that's a great source of exercise...

tags: exercise , futbol , pediatrics , peds , physical activity , soccer , sports , sports safety , teams , team sports , youth sports

Heat Stroke in Football Players