Author: Continuum Pediatrics

A pediatrician uses a stethoscope to listen to a child's heart and lungs during a routine well-child check-up.

04 May Why Should Your Child Get a Well-Child Check?

Posted at 03:02h in Babies, Child Care, Child Development, Child Safety, General Health, Mental Health, Nutrition, Pediatrics, Physical Exams, Physical Health, Screen Time by Continuum Pediatrics

Many times, children will only make a visit to their pediatrician when they are very sick or need one of their vaccinations. However, this shouldn’t be the only time that parents take their child to the doctor. There are visits known as well-child checks that...

A child applying sunscreen to their skin, protecting themselves from harmful UV rays.

04 May Tips For Applying Sunscreen to Children

Posted at 02:57h in Allergies, Child Care, Child Safety, General Health, Mental Health, Pediatrics, Screen Time, Toddlers by Continuum Pediatrics

With summer right around the corner, and parents eager to get these kids outdoors to soak up the sun—it means it is time to get out the sunscreen. As most parents know, kids’ sensitive skin can burn quite easily in the sun, even when it...

A thirsty child takes a refreshing drink of water from a glass, staying hydrated on a hot day.

04 May How To Tell If Your Child is Dehydrated

Posted at 02:51h in Babies, Child Care, Fever, Flu, General Health, Nutrition, Pediatrics, Toddlers by Continuum Pediatrics

Staying healthy and hydrated is important for all people, no matter what their age is. And while it may be fairly easy as an adult to tell when you are dehydrated and haven’t gotten enough water, it can be pretty difficult for kids to tell...

A sick child lies in bed, coughing repeatedly, their face flushed and eyes closed.

04 May Children’s Coughing—When It’s Time to Call A Doctor

Posted at 02:40h in Child Care, Colds, Croup, Fever, Flu, General Health, New Parents, Pediatrics, Sleep, Viruses by Continuum Pediatrics

As a parent, chances are you are used to hearing plenty of coughs, sneezes, and sniffles from your little ones. However, while coughing, in general, may be relatively normal, there are certain coughs that seem more serious than others, and these more serious coughs can...

A doctor carefully examines a child's ear with an otoscope, checking for signs of infection or other ear-related issues.

11 Apr Why Does My Child Get Recurring Ear Infections?

Posted at 13:58h in Babies, Breastfeeding, Flu, General Health, Infections, New Parents, Pediatrics, Toddlers by Continuum Pediatrics

Ear infections are one of the most common reasons parents bring their little ones to the pediatrician’s office. However, while ear infections are common, it doesn’t mean they aren’t painful. While some children may get the occasional ear infection from time to time, there are others...

A sleepy newborn baby yawns widely, stretching their tiny arms and legs.

11 Apr How To Help A Gassy Baby

Posted at 13:53h in Babies, burping, colic, Flu, New Mom, New Parents, Pediatrics, Sleep by Continuum Pediatrics

While there are lots of different types of babies and lots of different parenting styles, there is one thing every parent can agree on: babies can be gassy. This is normal, as newborn babies have immature GI systems and gas is a normal byproduct of...

A baby with a red, irritated rash around his mouth and chin, a common skin condition caused by excessive drooling.

11 Apr Baby Drool Rash

Posted at 13:46h in Babies, Pediatrics, Stress by Continuum Pediatrics

One of the many challenges that parents often have to face when they’re dealing with babies are rashes. While diaper rash is one of the most common skin conditions to impact infants, this isn’t the only type of rash that babies can struggle with. Drooling in...

07 Mar Fear of Flying in Children

Posted at 08:50h in Babies, Mental Health, New Parents, Pediatrics, Screen Time, Sleep, Stress, Toddlers by Continuum Pediatrics

While flying is seen as a relatively easy, and essential mode of travel in our world today, for kids, sometimes flying can be scary. In fact, a fear of flying is very common in children, especially children who have never flown before. If you have a...

A curious baby stands confidently in their crib, exploring their surroundings and taking their first steps towards independence.

07 Mar Are Crib Bumpers Safe?

Posted at 08:48h in Babies, General Health, New Parents, Pediatrics, Sleep, Stress by Continuum Pediatrics

Setting up the crib for your baby is an exciting process for new parents. However, many parents aren’t sure about what should and should not go in that crib. One of the biggest questions we get as medical experts have to do with crib bumpers. These...

A baby eagerly explores a piece of broccoli, taking a small bite and making a funny face.

07 Mar Purees vs. Baby Led Weaning

Posted at 08:45h in Babies, Child Safety, Formula Feeding, General Health, Nutrition, Pediatrics, Stress by Continuum Pediatrics

There are so many different milestones that babies reach during their first few formative months of life. One of the biggest changes that little ones go through is the transition from liquids to solid foods. This process can sometimes involve a lot of back and forth...