Pediatrics Blog

Once a child is diagnosed as being overweight, his parents are usually given general information on improving his nutrition and encouraging him to be more physically active. Unfortunately, this advice ... Read More

Parents often look forward to when their infant, toddler, or other young child to reaches their developmental milestones, such as smiling, rolling over, sitting up, taking his first steps, counting ... Read More

Parents often have problems choosing an insect repellent for their kids. It seems even more difficult to know when to start using the insect repellent. Surprisingly, there is an easy answer ... Read More

Vyvanse, an FDA-approved treatment for children with ADHD, is now available. It is another long-acting stimulant, but truly works for 12 hours, so your child can get all day relief ... Read More

Gerber has announced a voluntary recall of their Gerber Organic Rice and Gerber Organic Oatmeal 8 ounce cereal boxes. Fortunately, there is no Salmonella or other infection hazard involved in this ... Read More

Most parents say that swaddling helps their babies get to sleep, stay asleep, and get comforted quickly, especially when they are newborns. But it is possible for a baby to ... Read More

The sight of mold on food grosses most people out, but is it safe to simply cut off the moldy parts of food and then let your kids eat the ... Read More

All of the warnings about fireworks are not meant to discourage anyone from having a good time with their kids on the Fourth of July, an especially fun time of ... Read More