Adolescent Topics

Navigating Childhood Allergies: Your Top Questions Answered

As parents, we’re dedicated to keeping our children healthy and safe. It’s natural to worry about them developing childhood allergies, especially since allergies can lead to missed school days and, in some cases, even life-threatening reactions. To help you make informed decisions for your child’s health, we’ve compiled answers to the six most common questions […]

Understanding the Hair Pulling Disorder Called Trichotillomania

Lexi moved around a lot as a military kid. While she enjoyed living in exciting new places, finding friends was sometimes difficult. While in middle school, she moved again and had a difficult time assimilating. Both at school and in sports, she was bullied. To help alleviate the overwhelming tension and fear she felt, Lexi […]

Childhood Anxiety Often Goes Undetected. Here’s How to Identify It

As parents, we are fortunate to be front and center to observe the many milestones our children celebrate. While first steps and budding vocabularies are glorious to witness, occasional fussiness and clinginess also come with the territory. But what happens when that fussiness seems persistent, those worries become overwhelming, or that clinginess starts interfering with […]

Pediatric Asthma: Understanding How to Help Kids Breathe Easier

We often don’t think about breathing until it becomes a struggle. For children living with asthma, that struggle can feel like a tight squeeze on their chest, leading to shortness of breath, persistent coughing, and that telltale wheezing sound. Pediatric asthma is common, especially in young children, as they are naturally smaller than adults, making […]

Red Dye No. 3: What Parents and Caregivers Need to Know

Humans are attracted to foods that are vibrant in color. The bright red color synonymous with popsicles, candy, cereal, and even some medications like cough syrup and gummy vitamins has been banned by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Many parents worry about what past use of products containing red dye No. 3 means […]

Strep Throat: Secret Symptoms You Should Know About

When your child tells you their throat hurts, you likely cycle through the potential causes so you can help them feel better. While post-nasal drip can cause a sore throat, you likely also ponder the possibility that your child has strep. You may be surprised to learn that strep throat often rears its ugly head […]

How to Protect Your Kids From Antibiotic Resistance

Antibiotics have saved lives for almost a century since Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin in 1928. They are a crucial tool in modern medicine and help fight and prevent infection. However, the overuse of antibiotics has led to a growing concern: antibiotic resistance. This is particularly concerning for children, who are more susceptible to illness as […]

HPV: A Silent Threat, A Powerful Vaccine

As parents, we work hard to protect our children from harm. One way to achieve this is by ensuring they receive essential vaccinations. Among these is the HPV vaccine, a powerful tool that helps protect against certain cancers. Protecting Your Child’s Future Human papillomavirus (HPV) is an extremely common virus that can be spread through […]

Is Melatonin Safe for Children to Improve Sleep?

With the growing concern over the importance of sleep, sleep issues among children have become a hot topic. Parents sometimes turn to melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep-wake cycles, as a potential solution. However, it’s crucial to understand when it’s safe to use melatonin, its side effects, and the importance of addressing underlying sleep issues. […]

When Your Child Falls, Knowing When to Visit the ER is Critical

Being a parent is never a dull moment. Falls are virtually inevitable if your child enjoys jumping on furniture, climbing high in trees, or is just highly active. But when a fall occurs, how do you know if you should call the pediatrician, visit urgent care, or go to the emergency room (ER)? This is […]

Healthy and Fun Pediatrician-Approved School Lunch Ideas for Kids

As we all know, packing a healthy and delicious lunch for our kids can sometimes be challenging and time-consuming. At Rainbow Pediatrics, we understand the importance of providing kids with nutritious meals that energize them throughout the day. That’s why we’ve put together some fantastic healthy lunch ideas that your kids will love. 1. Wrap […]

ADHD Cases in Kids and Teens on the Rise. What Parents Should Know

The number of children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has increased recently, with about 1 in 9 children between the ages of 3 and 17 now being diagnosed with this condition, according to new research. This rise in diagnoses has led to discussions and debates in the medical community and beyond. Several factors […]

Support Your Child’s Emotional Development with These Seven Tips

As parents, we want our children to be happy, healthy, and well-rounded. While we often focus on our children’s physical health, it’s equally important to prioritize their emotional health and development. Here are some tips on how to support the emotional development and health of your child: 1. Create a safe and supportive environment: Children […]

Put Sunscreen on Your Kids, But Choose the Sunscreen Wisely

As parents, we always want to ensure the safety and well-being of our children. One of the most important ways to protect our kids from the sun’s harmful effects is using sunscreen. Sunscreen helps protect the skin from the sun’s damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays, which can cause sunburn, premature aging, and even skin cancer. However, […]

Ten Ways to Show Your Child That You Love Them

Every living creature needs love in some way, shape, or form. For children, love and affection are critical for healthy development. In honor of Valentine’s Day, we wanted to share ten ways to share your love with your child.

Understanding the Warning Signs: When to Get Help for Your Child’s Suicidal Thoughts

It is normal for kids and adults to have feelings of sadness, anxiety, and depression. But how do you know when these feelings require you to step in? How do you know if your child is suicidal? And what do you do if your child is having suicidal thoughts? This blog addresses the most common […]

Your Child’s Health is Linked to How Much Water They Drink

“But it has no flavor.” “I hate water.” Whatever the reason your child gives for not drinking enough water, you should know that if you want to focus on improving their health – pay attention to how much water they drink daily. Children who do not drink water on a given day consume twice the […]

The Skinny on Pediatric Obesity

Every visit to the pediatrician results in a check of some critical factors for health – specifically your child’s weight and height. This information is checked to monitor their growth and as a glimpse into their overall health. Pediatric obesity is a significant problem in North Carolina – a problem that we are addressing head-on […]

A Pediatrician’s Perspective on How to Keep Your Child Safe

Today posted an article last month citing the seven things ER doctors never let their kids do. As pediatric providers, it is our responsibility to help keep children safe. So it is the perfect time to chime in on some things parents should avoid letting their kids do to help keep them safe. Here are […]

The Importance of Pediatric Wellness Exams

Pediatric wellness exams are essential to maintaining children’s health and well-being. These exams are typically conducted annually and are designed to assess a child’s growth, development, and overall health. One of the most important reasons to prioritize pediatric wellness exams is that they provide an opportunity for early detection and prevention of health problems. During […]