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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]