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Kids naturally gravitate towards dirt. Most adults will be hard pressed to find a child that is not their happiest when absolutely filthy. I remember my daughter’s first day at outdoor camp. When I arrived to pick her up I was amazed at how dirty she was, but she had the best day ever! She […]
READ MORE »Immunizations are a hot topic in the media. Many proponents and opponents of vaccines have made their opinions known, sometimes without facts to back up their claims. Each year thousands of children are hospitalized by illnesses that could have been prevented had immunizations been administered.
READ MORE »She looks like a ballerina with every step she takes. Her toe walking, while at first cute and endearing, is now a concern. Why does she do it? Will she grow out of it? Is she causing damage to her feet? Find out here.
READ MORE »It can be challenging to protect a child from a food allergy. At school, the playground, and almost everywhere in between, potential threats of an allergic reaction loom. If there were a way to prevent allergies from developing, most parents would take the necessary measures, right?
READ MORE »Oh, the Snellen chart, with its lovely “E.” For 150 years, people have been reciting your letters, but we must say farewell, as there is a new kid on the block that is making vision problem detection less difficult and more precise.
READ MORE »It goes without saying that vaccines save lives. Many diseases that were prevalent in the past, such as polio and diphtheria, are becoming rare thanks to vaccinations. Yet there is one vaccination that has caused a lot of confusion yet has the propensity to protect against cancer.
READ MORE »Three-year old Johnny is playing at a bounce house when he trips, falls and hits his mouth on the floor. There is a lot of blood, but thankfully his teeth appear intact. Do you know what to do next? February is Pediatric Dental Health month. With thousands of dental emergencies occurring each year it is […]
READ MORE »Sleep, everyone needs it, but most don’t get enough. According to the National Sleep Foundation, nearly 70 percent of children under age 10 experience some type of sleep problem. While child sleep needs vary by age, close to 80 percent of 11-17 year olds get less than the recommended amount of sleep.
READ MORE »A healthy child is something every parent wishes for. Yet 1 in every 33 babies born in the U.S. has a birth defect and 20% of birth defects cause death. Birth defects occur within the first 3-4 weeks of pregnancy, so it is important to take preventative measures prior to conceiving. While many birth defects […]
READ MORE »With the recent sextortion case out of Florida, parents are realizing once again how vulnerable their children can be when online. It is essential that parents and children both understand the realities of online predators. Here are some key facts and information to help you properly educate your teen on the dangers of online predators.
READ MORE »Despite what mass media wants kids to believe, it is not all about them. It can be challenging to raise a child that is both grateful and generous with the conflicting messages playing before them. Here are some tips to help raise children who are grateful for what they have and enjoy giving to others.
READ MORE »As the cold weather arrives, millions of Americans plan their annual trek to the doctor’s office for an immunization that protects against certain strands of the flu, or influenza. But is it really necessary? As controversial a topic as the flu vaccine is, one has to ask if the benefits of receiving a flu vaccine […]
READ MORE »More than a million babies are born prematurely in the U.S. each year, which is one of the highest rates in the world. Babies born before 37 weeks gestation are at greater risk of a variety of long-term health problems. This is because important growth and development occur during the final weeks and months of […]
READ MORE »One of the biggest fears a parent has is the mistreatment of their child. Bullying has garnered a lot of attention recently in an effort to curb its’ rate of occurrence. But what really is bullying and what role does your child play in it? Bullying by definition is an occurrence of unwanted and aggressive […]
READ MORE »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 […]
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