Staying dry during the day can happen months or even years before staying dry all night. Usually, all that’s needed to get there is time, patience, and a sense of humor.
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My teen wants to get a tattoo or piercing. How should I respond and how can I help them do this safely?
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Last year, we had an easier respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) season. This was thanks to use of a new medication (nirsevimab) to help prevent moderate to severe RSV in babies. Nirsevimab is available again now to protect our youngest babies from this serious illness. What is RSV? RSV is a common contagious respiratory virus that’s most active between November and March. Almost all kids get...
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Whether they have a well-child visit or they’re sick, kids can be scared about coming in to the doctor’s office.
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Fortunately, jaundice in newborns usually causes no lasting harm, but it’s extremely important to check for it and treat it when necessary.
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Getting the flu shot is a simple way to help keep kids in school, in their extracurricular activities, and present for the moments that matter most!
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During and after the summer season, we get lots of questions from parents about white patches appearing on their kids’ cheeks. Of course, without seeing your child’s skin, I can’t tell you for sure what they are – you’ll need to reach out to your pediatrician for that. But in most cases, they’re what’s called pityriasis alba. Pityriasis alba is a common, benign (non-harmful) skin...
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Many parents have questions about vaccines for their children. It’s important to put your thought and care into any decision that affects your child’s health. We recommend you start by talking with their doctor. As a pediatrician, I can tell you that we really want to take the time to answer your questions. You want what’s best for your child – and so do we! Here are some of parents’ most frequently asked questions about childhood vaccines.
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