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...]
How Can I Tell If My Child Has ADHD?
Sometimes parents wonder where the line between normal childhood behaviors and the very real symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) lies. If this is you, you’re not alone. Your pediatrician’s office is the best place to start if you have concerns. Your doctor has the experience and tools needed to help diagnose and manage ADHD based on decades of … [Read more...]
Summer Safety Tips for Kids and Parents
For most children, summer means plenty of fun and outside play. But summer can spell trouble if we’re not careful! With children out of school, some injuries become way more common during the summer months. Here’s our short and sweet summer safety guide for keeping your kiddos safe while having a blast! What are Common Summer Injuries? As pediatricians, we love to … [Read more...]
Berryville Location Closing on August 28, 2018
Dear Parents, Loudoun Pediatric Associates has decided to permanently close the Berryville location effective August 28, 2018. We have enjoyed being a part of the community and providing care to your children for the last 8 years. We hope that you will continue to entrust your child’s healthcare with us and see us at our Purcellville location. All Berryville staff … [Read more...]
Should I Be Concerned About My Child’s Picky Eating?
We all want to make sure that our children are getting the nutrition they need, but sometimes our little ones just won’t cooperate. In most cases, there’s no cause for concern. Picky eating in young children is usually temporary and can be resolved with consistency and creativity from parents. But sometimes, picky eating can be a sign of something more serious and families … [Read more...]
The Basics of Breastfeeding
We think it’s important to get children off to the best possible start, and nothing offers a great first step into a healthy childhood like breastfeeding. But we know that sometimes there are obstacles to get things rolling for moms and babies. That’s why Loudoun Pediatric Associates (LPA) offers breastfeeding services, including the very best lactation consultants around, … [Read more...]
Berryville Office Closed on April 5 & 13
The Berryville office will be closed on Thursday, April 5 and Friday, April 13, 2018. Please call any of our other offices to schedule your appointment. Walk-in hours are available in our Purcellville and Lansdowne offices from 7:30-8:30 AM on those dates. We apologize for the inconvenience. … [Read more...]
How Often Should My Child Visit the Doctor?
Your baby’s first year will likely be accompanied by a flurry of doctor’s visits. New parents can expect at least six visits during their baby’s first year and several more visits during the second. After that, visits become less frequent as your child gets older. Well-child visits are the heart and soul of pediatric practices. From day one, your pediatrician will focus … [Read more...]
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