For most people, SIDS or Sudden Infant Death Syndrome brings to mind many things – most being questions. Why does it happen? How can it be prevented? For those who have lost a child to SIDS, it brings to mind other more somber thoughts. October is SIDS Awareness month and the team at Rainbow Pediatrics […]
READ MORE »Surely you’ve heard the adage “an apple a day keeps the doctor away,” right? And surely your child or children fights you at every opportunity when it comes to eating healthy, but don’t fret. There are several ways you can incorporate a healthy diet and your child is none the wiser. September is Fruits & […]
READ MORE »Psoriasis, another word that you would have no idea about unless you looked it up in a dictionary. But as a parent this is one ailment you should familiarize yourself with. A patch of skin that a child continually aggravates by scratching or an area of the skin that rubs against a child’s clothing and […]
READ MORE »You’ve come to the realization that it’s probably not smart to tell your kid that you’re going to the doctor, because of their reaction. But once you pull up into the parking lot of a place they’ve been dozens of times it starts all over again: the crying, the falling out, the screaming. Of course […]
READ MORE »Just relax: the most vital piece of advice breastfeeding veterans have for a new mom. That’s probably easier said than done for them. But what other advice could a “newbie”follow for breastfeeding effectiveness?
READ MORE »Johnny’s disruptive and inattentive in class. He sits in the back of the class, throwing paper and making others laugh. You’re fed up with the calls about his behavior. Have you considered that Johnny’s problem could be as simple as him not being able to see the blackboard? Sure it sounds ridiculous, but a May […]
READ MORE »Something as seemingly benign as giving a child oral liquid medication has created quite a stir in the news recently. The culprit: using teaspoons and tablespoon-based medicine instructions. In fact, using this type of measurement doubled a parent’s chances of inaccurately dosing their child. Confusion about proper medicine dosing has contributed to over 10,000 calls […]
READ MORE »It’s hard to keep up with recommended immunizations, without adding another one. So you’re thinking, “Now what?” The use of the HPV vaccine for boys and young men is now another one on parents’ minds.
READ MORE »Fourth of July celebrations are full of picnics, beach trips, and parties for many families across the country. But like many Americans, when you think of July Fourth, you probably think about fireworks. Fireworks are a fun way to display our patriotism and celebrate our nation’s birth, but when it comes to handling them, your […]
READ MORE »Children learn at a young age that tanned skin is attractive. They learn this through their friends, classmates, and even parents who like to tan. While we all need sun exposure, it is vital that children understand why we must protect our skin from the sun’s damaging ultraviolet rays (UV).
READ MORE »A popular topic on social media and the news, celiac disease is getting extra attention this month. That is because May is Celiac Disease Awareness Month. Affecting approximately 1 percent of children in the U.S., the only treatment for celiac disease is eating a strict gluten-free diet for life.
READ MORE »The health of our children is a top priority for parents. We want our kids to grow to be successful in everything life has in store for them, socially, academically and physically. Yet mental health can impact a child’s ability to lead a normal life. Identifying mental health illness in children is often left to […]
READ MORE »Spring is a time to enjoy the outdoors. The flowers and trees are blooming. The weather is warming. The kids are sneezing and sniffling. Huh? Seasonal allergies do not have to prevent your family from enjoying the outdoors. Here are some tips to help ease the symptoms associated with seasonal allergies.
READ MORE »Raising happy and healthy children is a goal we all want to attain. But children get into things they shouldn’t, which can sometimes cause great injury. According to the Centers for Disease Control, over 300 children in the U.S. ages 0 to 19 are treated in an emergency department every day, two of which die, […]
READ MORE »The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently released new guidelines for well-child visits from infancy through adolescence. The changes made will affect the way your child is screened for certain health conditions during specific well-child examinations.
READ MORE »February is kids ENT (ear, nose and throat) health month. While there are many topics we could cover under the ENT umbrella, there is one that is particularly common in our office, ear infections. Ear infections are the second most commonly diagnosed childhood illness in the United States. More than 3 out of 4 children […]
READ MORE »Early childhood cavities is the number 1 chronic disease affecting young children. It is 5 times more common than asthma and 7 times more common than hay fever. One reason for these alarming statistics are the misconceptions surrounding oral hygiene in children. In honor of pediatric dental health month we will discuss four common misconceptions […]
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READ MORE »We are pleased to announce that we are open in Dunn, NC. Our location is located in the heart of the All American City at 1001 W. Cumberland St.. We are looking forward to provide the highest level of care to the children of the Dunn area. Call (910) 304-1060 to schedule an appointment!!
READ MORE »Introducing our lactation consultant, Kelli Canady. Kelli is available for patients interested in breastfeeding assistance at both our Robeson Street and Hope Mills locations. Please call Robeson Street at (910) 486-5437 or Hope Mills at (910) 426-5430 to schedule a consult with her. Kelli Canady is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). Kelli is […]
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