For parents and pediatricians, spring and summer mean a flurry of activity as we get all of those super important forms filled out for sports, camps and school. As children get older, sports physicals become even more important, with Virginia law requiring a physical for high school athletes and many youth sports leagues also requiring physician approval. Your … [Read more...]
Social Media and Tweens or Teens: Your Questions Answered
Thanks to technology, parenting has become a lot more complicated these days. One especially tricky challenge is how to navigate social media – especially with younger teenagers, or tweens. Teenagers’ use of social media is on the rise. Common Sense Media found that 75 percent of American teenagers have a social media profile. Studies done on the impact of social media … [Read more...]
How Can I Tell If My Child Is Stressed? Or Too Stressed?
Thinking about childhood often conjures up images of carefree kids playing dress up or running outside. But even during this fun and breezy time, children can experience stress and anxiety. This can be especially true as they enter school and experience academic and social pressures. You might be aware that your child has a lot on his or her plate, but when does it … [Read more...]
What Can I Expect When My Baby Is Teething?
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...]
How Much Screen Time is Okay for My Child?
Screens are a part of life for just about everyone. We work on them, play on them and connect on them. Technology use by children does have benefits, including access to information and social connections. But it also has plenty of drawbacks including sleep disruption and physical inactivity. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, more than two hours a day of … [Read more...]
Are the Holidays Stressful for My Child?
The holidays are supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year: time for families to take a break from busy schedules with school, sports and activities, time to relax and enjoy fun times with family. But children can easily become overstimulated and even stressed during the holidays, especially if they sense stress from their parents. But there are some simple steps … [Read more...]
What is Colic?
The somewhat mysterious condition known as colic has been frustrating parents for centuries. And the fact that it shows up in the youngest infants can be especially tough on new parents as they adjust to big changes with their newborn. While we still don’t know exactly what causes colic, we do have more insight into how to manage it and how to help parents get through … [Read more...]
LPA Opening at 1:30 PM on Thu., 11/15/2018
LPA Opening at 1:30 PM on Thu., 11/15/2018 Due to inclement weather, all LPA offices will open at 1:30 PM on Thursday, 11/15/18. We will not have walk-in hours available. We will continue to add updates as needed, so please check back here before going to the office. To reach the provider on call for urgent matters, please call our answering service at … [Read more...]
Does My Child Need a Flu Shot?
Here’s the scoop: the flu is no joke. Parents often confuse other viruses with flu-like symptoms with the actual flu. But if you’ve experienced the influenza virus itself, you know it’s not to be taken lightly. And while the Centers for Disease Control recommends the flu vaccine for everyone 6 months and older, it can be especially dangerous for little ones under 5 and … [Read more...]
How Important Is Sleep for Kids?
Sleep: it’s something so many of us just don’t get enough of. And with today’s busy schedules and long lists of after-school activities, many children just aren’t getting the sleep they need. But sleep has a huge impact on your child’s physical and mental development, so it’s something all parents need to pay attention to. Why Is Sleep So Important for Kids? The … [Read more...]
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