Asthma in Children
Asthma is a serious and potentially life threatening illness that affects many children. Learn the basics about asthma to help control and prevent your child's asthma attacks. Becoming A Pediatrician
Information on becoming a Pediatrician, including career opportunities, salaries, medical school requirements, and what it takes to become a doctor specializing in Pediatrics. Breastfeeding Support
In almost all cases, breast milk is the most perfect food for your baby. Learn how to find a Pediatrician that is supportive of breastfeeding so that you can prevent and treat problems early and maximize your chances of long-term breastfeeding success. Acne Treatments for Children
Acne is a common problem in teens, but it can be effectively treated by your pediatrician with prescription medications, including Retin A and Differin. Learn how to prevent and treat your childs acne. Is Enfamil LIPIL a 'Scientific Breakthrough'?
Enfamil LIPIL, by making a formula more like breastmilk, will hopefully give those children who are unable to breastfeed some of the benefits of breastfeeding and help promote their optimal growth and development. Gun Safety Guide
Having a gun in your home, especially if it is not stored properly, can be a significant risk factor for injury and death in children. Learn about gun safety to protect your kids. Cold and Flu Treatments
Typically, parents are told to just treat the symptoms of a cold or the flu and make their child comfortable, because these common infections are caused by viruses and there are no treatments. While symptomatic treatments are important to help your child feel better, this is not totally true anymore. There are many medications available now to help treat the flu. Vision Screening for Kids
Regular vision screening for children can help detect and prevent complications from common eye problems, including strabismus, amblyopia, and refractive errors. Learn about recommendations for Pediatric vision screening and how your child's vision can be tested. West Nile Virus
The West Nile virus has been spreading westward across the United States, causing infections in some people who are bitten by infected mosquitoes. Are your children at risk? Scarlet Fever
Scarlet fever is commonly throught of as strep throat with a rash, and in addition to fever and sore throat, your child will have a red rash that feels like sandpaper. ADHD Treatment Guidelines
This policy statement from the AAP offers standarized guidelines for the treatment of school aged children with ADHD, including the use of stimulant medications and/or behavior therapy. When Should Puberty Start?
When should puberty start? Puberty usually occurs in a series of stages (tanner stages) between the ages of 8 and 13 for girls and 9 and 14 for boys. Croup Symptoms and Treatments
Croup is a common childhood illness that causes a croupy cough that sounds like a barking seal, stridor and difficulty breathing. Learn the signs, symtoms and common treatments for croup so that you know what to do if your child wakes up barking. Prevention of Breastfeeding Problems
One of the main keys to successful breastfeeding is recognizing when you need help and getting it. This can include recognizing risk factors in the infant or mother that can make it more likely that breastfeeding problems will occur and intervening early. When Should You Call Your Pediatrician?
Learn how to recognize when your child is sick and needs medical attention, so that you can get your child help when he needs it and prevent unnecessary visits to the doctor or emergency room. Common Pediatric and Parenting Myths
There are many myths that are spread to new parents by family members, friends and sometimes even their pediatrician. Many of these myths are just 'old wives tales,' and while they are generally not harmful, they can be confusing to a new parent who is trying to learn to do the right thing for their children. Going Back to School
The end of summer means going back to school, or starting school for the first time, for many children. Thinking of important issues, such as immunizations and your child's medical problems, and talking about bullying, violence, drug abuse, and safety, can make this transition easier. Screening Children for Depression
Reviewing the risk factors and common symptoms of depression can help you to recognize if your child is depressed, so you can intervene early and get him help. RSV Prevention
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections are common in children, leading to coughing, wheezing and trouble breathing. Synagis is an injection given monthly to high risk infants, especially premature babies with chronic lung disease to prevent them from getting RSV. Learn how to prevent your child from getting this common infection. Do's and Don'ts at your Pediatrician's Office
What you should and shouldn't do when you see your Pediatrician. Sinusitis - Diagnosis and Treatment in Children
Sinus infections are often overdiagnosed in children. Learn the symptoms and how to tell the difference between sinusitis and a simple cold, so that you can prevent using antibiotics unnecessarily. Children and Asthma
Asthma is a common, but sometimes underdiagnosed, condition in children. Symptoms include coughing, wheezing and trouble breathing, but symptoms can usually be easily controlled with proper asthma medications. DHA and ARA
In addition to DHA and ARA supplemented baby formula, you can now also feed your infant baby food with DHA and ARA. Do your children need these supplements? 2002 Immunization Schedule
The 2002 Recommended Childhood Immunization Schedule from the American Academy of Pediatrics. What's New in Pediatrics
Among the new medications for children are new once daily treatments for ADHD, improved and easier to use medications for asthma, and new treatments for children with eczema who don't respond to steroids. New, stronger antibiotics and new vaccines also help to treat and prevent infections in children | 