Babies

A loving mother tenderly breastfeeds her newborn baby, providing essential nourishment and comfort.

06 Sep First Time Mom? What You Should Know About Hiring a Lactation Consultant

Posted at 15:13h in Breastfeeding by Continuum Pediatrics

Most first-time moms have so many questions starting the moment that they get pregnant. Being a new mom can be very overwhelming and it is completely natural to have questions about everything from pregnancy cravings to childbirth and changing diapers to nursing. If you are...

A determined baby, lying on their tummy, lifts their head, showcasing their developing neck and upper body strength.

03 Sep Is Your Baby Tongue Tied or Not Latching?

Posted at 15:25h in Babies, Breastfeeding by Continuum Pediatrics

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...

A patient consults with their doctor through a virtual telemedicine appointment, utilizing technology to bridge the distance between healthcare provider and patient.

01 Sep Why You Should See a Pediatrician for Lactation Consulting

Posted at 15:11h in Babies, Breastfeeding by Continuum Pediatrics

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...

A young child, feeling a mix of emotions, watches their parents interact with a newborn sibling, a common experience of sibling rivalry.

01 Sep What To Do If Your Older Children Get Jealous of the Newborn

Posted at 08:45h in Babies, Child Development, Toddlers by Continuum Pediatrics

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...

A happy and proud toddler, ready to embrace potty training, sits confidently on a training potty, a significant milestone in their development.

12 Jun Let’s Talk Potty Training

Posted at 22:32h in Babies, Child Development by Continuum Pediatrics

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...

A radiant pregnant woman, cradling her growing belly, indulges in a sweet treat, a donut, while sipping on a warm cup of coffee.

27 Apr Now Offering Telehealth Prenatal Consultations

Posted at 19:15h in Babies, Pediatrics by Continuum Pediatrics

Are you an expectant mother with limited time trying to find the right pediatrician? You've come to the right place, because we are now offering Prenatal Telehealth Appointments! These appointments work with your schedule and needs to offer you the best prenatal consultation right from...

A loving mother gently feeds her baby with a bottle, providing nourishment and comfort.

25 Feb Is Your Baby Hungry or Full?

Posted at 01:00h in Babies, Breastfeeding, Nutrition by Continuum Pediatrics

As most parents know, one of the most challenging things about caring for a young baby is that you can’t always tell what they are thinking. While many parents wish that their baby could communicate with them and tell them what is going on when...

A focused young musician, wearing headphones, plays a piano, lost in the world of music.

22 Feb March is “Music in Our Schools Month”- Does Music Help Your Child’s Development?

Posted at 18:40h in Child Development by Continuum Pediatrics

Did you know that March is officially Music In Our Schools Month (MIOSM)? This month was formally designated by the National Association for Music Education (NAfME). During this time of year, schools around the country work to focus more on music education so that kids...

A happy little girl takes a big bite of a crisp, green apple, enjoying the sweet and healthy treat.

16 Jan Should My Child Be On a Vegan Diet?

Posted at 09:00h in Child Development, Diabetes, General Health, Nutrition by Continuum Pediatrics

In recent years, more and more people from all walks of have started adopting a vegan diet and found success with this way of eating. A pure vegan diet focuses on eating plant-based foods and eliminates all animal by-products, which includes dairy, eggs, and even...

A peaceful baby sleeps soundly on their tummy, a position often recommended for healthy development.

15 Jan How Do I Let My Baby Self-Soothe?

Posted at 09:00h in Babies, New Parents by Continuum Pediatrics

While many parents want to be able to do everything for their child and to make sure that they are always taking the extra steps to keep their little ones happy and healthy—there are certain things even new babies must learn to do on their...