Childhood Habits and Tics – What’s a Parent to Do?
When one of my sons is focusing hard he chews on something – often his T-shirt collar or his earbuds. Another cracks his knuckles. These habits drive me nuts!
October 5, 2022
October 5, 2022Flu Vaccine and COVID-19 Vaccine? Yes and Yes!
It's the time of year again when your doctor recommends your family get the flu vaccine. If you went to the pediatrician recently, they likely asked you to protect your c...
September 29, 2022Tips for New Parents From Pediatricians
I recently asked a group of pediatricians what 3 pieces of advice they wish all new parents knew. Life with a newborn can be surprisingly hard – what might make things ...
September 15, 2022Favorite Books About Feelings for Young Kids
When my kids were toddlers, bedtime was usually pretty rough! At the end of a full day of child-care, my kids would often dissolve into tears, start screaming, and need h...
September 7, 2022Emptying the Nest
This time of year, many parents have kids beginning their senior year of high school. Others are sending their newly graduated kids off to the next phase of their life, t...
August 12, 2022The Big Deal About Breastfeeding
Recently, a couple came to see me for their first baby’s 2-week checkup. They were happy and tired. The baby was beautiful and gaining weight well.