Feeding your baby is one of the most essential and rewarding parts of parenting. It can also be exhausting and frustrating when problems arise. Feeding challenges can cause health problems for infants– and anxiety and sleep deprivation for parents. Tongue and lip ties can also cause speech and oral health problems in older kids. But how do you know if your baby has a … [Read more...]

We are excited to announce that beginning September 1, we have partnered with Hello Pediatrics to provide after-hours services for our patients, 7 days a week (including holidays). Hello Pediatrics is a group of board-certified pediatricians and pediatric-trained nurses that provide after-hours triage and if needed, telemedicine services.  Telemedicine service will be … [Read more...]

Parenting teens is a roller coaster. There’s so much joy as our kids become independent humans with their own talents, interests and opinions. But there’s plenty of stress as we help them navigate newfound independence and grow as people. We want to provide support while giving our kids space. Dating is an area where parents often have questions about what’s appropriate. … [Read more...]

Most of us think of high blood pressure as a diagnosis for grown-ups. But hypertension is a growing–and underdiagnosed–problem in children and teens. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians,3 to 6 percent of children have high or elevated blood pressure, rising to 30 percent for obese adolescents. High blood pressure increases a child’s risk of … [Read more...]

Does your baby cry when you leave the room? Does your preschooler have meltdowns at childcare drop-off? Separation anxiety is normal for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. But if it’s intense or prolonged, it can prevent your child from gaining independence and exploring social situations. It can also make transitions to childcare and school settings challenging for … [Read more...]

Spring is here, and families are excited for more outside time and fun activities. But we often compete with screens when promoting physical activity. How much exercise should my child get each day? How can we motivate our children to move more? And how can we determine which activities are best for our kids? Why Is Physical Activity So Important for Children? The … [Read more...]

If you’ve ever been that parent with a screaming child in the waiting room, you’re not alone. Anxiety and fear about healthcare settings can lead to negative behaviors like tantrums and refusal. Your child may be motivated by fear of pain from shots or other procedures, worry about the unknown or a sense of intimidation when surrounded by unfamiliar adults. There are … [Read more...]

In the last two decades, the number of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder has skyrocketed. While we have a lot to learn about the causes and best interventions for ASD, our understanding of how to help children and families live with autism has grown significantly. According to the Centers for Disease Control, one in 44 children is identified with Autism … [Read more...]

As 21st Century parents, we have more tools than ever for helping our kids learn and grow. And yet, many of us are more stressed than ever. We feel overscheduled and overwhelmed. In addition to the pressure we put on ourselves, there’s external pressure from social media and other sources. We often think we need to compete with others or achieve the picture-perfect family … [Read more...]

Holiday traditions are so valuable. The memories we create can stay with our children for a lifetime. But it’s so easy to go overboard to create a picture-perfect holiday. When parents push too hard to create perfection, it can lead to disappointment and stress–for our kids and ourselves. Sometimes the best way to build happy, healthy and fulfilling holidays is to take a … [Read more...]