This fall and winter, communities around the country have been affected by spikes in walking pneumonia. Locally, we’ve seen many families bringing kids in with nagging coughs that won’t go away, one of the warning signs of walking pneumonia. The CDC issued an alert about this worrisome infection this fall after observing rising rates across age groups, especially young … [Read more...]

The holidays can be stressful for many of us. For families affected by divorce, navigating the holidays can be even more challenging. If this issue affects your family, you’re not alone, with around 800,000 divorces in the US each year. We all want the best for our kids and long for the sense of holiday magic to remain. Dividing time between households and navigating … [Read more...]

As new weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic soar in popularity and help millions of Americans lead healthier lives, we’re getting lots of questions about prescribing weight loss drugs for children. In a nutshell, some older kids with obesity can benefit from the new semaglutide medications. However, as pediatricians, we work to protect children’s overall physical and … [Read more...]

As kids around the country return to school, parents have many questions about COVID. Now that the virus has been around for more than four years and has lost its pandemic status, do we treat it like a common cold or something else? This summer, the CDC officially declared the COVID-19 virus endemic, meaning it is here to stay and can usually be addressed in predictable … [Read more...]

Getting a new sibling is exciting but also confusing and scary for a young child. The sibling relationship is one of life’s great joys but full of ups and downs. When your young child is used to having your full attention, shaking things up with a newborn can be stressful. The older child may experience jealousy and anxiety, while parents stress about how the sibling will … [Read more...]

We think of winter as the peak childhood illness season, but some viruses thrive in heat and humidity. Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is at its worst in the summer and early fall. It’s a common childhood illness that usually goes away on its own. However, it’s also one of the most stressful childhood illnesses for parents and caregivers, mainly because it’s unpleasant and … [Read more...]

Pick your battles: it’s one thing we all learn as parents. Deciding when to push our kids and when to let things slide is an ongoing learning curve. However, things can get a little trickier when it comes to nutrition. We want to avoid a battle of wills with our children while ensuring they get the nutrients they need. If your child is a picky eater, it can lead to stress … [Read more...]

Teething is something every baby (and every family) goes through. For some little ones, it’s no big deal--maybe a little extra drool, and that’s it. For others, it can mean weeks of fussiness and lack of sleep for everyone. Here are some teething tips from the experts, a few things to look out for and a few important teething no-nos. How Do I Know When My Baby Is … [Read more...]