A large number of women have some type of obstacle when it comes to breast feeding their baby. This is completely normal, and typically an issue that moms can figure out with the help of their pediatrician. However, when it comes to breastfeeding obstacles, latching...
Breastfeeding is one of the best things that new moms can do for their babies. However, while breastfeeding comes easily and naturally to some women, it doesn’t always go smoothly for everyone. Some women struggle to make enough milk, some babies have issues latching—all of...
As most parents know, the idea of sharing can be difficult to grasp for most toddlers and young children. Many little kids live a rather self-involved life and teaching them to share can be hard. While teaching a little one to share their toys and...
Yes, you read the title correctly. Truthfully, the notion that the flu shot gives you the flu is just a common misconception. Think about it this way: when receiving the polio or meningitis vaccine, the last thing on anyone’s mind is that the shot will cause...
As pediatricians and mothers, we know that the health of your family is of the highest priority now more than ever. Despite the media telling us that children are at low-risk for COVID-19, it’s hard not to hold some reservations about the upcoming school year....
Let’s address one of the least talked about things right now: how the quarantine and ever-changing school schedules affect mental health. This is a very uncommon time as children around the country have to face unusual amounts of screen time, interaction with their parents during...
When the Fourth of July gets here, most kids only have one thing on their mind: fireworks. There is no denying that fireworks are a fun part of the Fourth of July celebrations, but they aren’t necessarily the safest way to celebrate a holiday. While...
Potty training can be a very exciting and very frustrating time in any parent’s life. While most parents are understandably excited when they are about to be done with diapers, getting their children to that point isn’t always easy. While going to the bathroom seems...
With the Fourth of July right around the corner, families and children of all ages are getting ready to enjoy fireworks. Fireworks can help some children make lasting memories during this time of year and can be a lot of fun for many young people....
As a parent of a young athlete, one of your biggest concerns will be your young player's safety. While sports are a substantial physical and social activity for young people, there are still specific steps that parents should take to make sure that their young...