Colds

05 Dec The Benefits Of Routine Check-Ups For Children

Posted at 13:58h in Allergies, Child Care, Child Development, Colds, Diabetes, Eating Habits, Flu, General Health, Immunization, Mental Health, Nutrition, Pediatrics, Physical Exams, Physical Health, Screen Time, Sleep, Sports, Toddlers by Continuum Pediatrics

Routine check-ups are a vital part of ensuring your child grows up healthy and strong. These visits do more than assess their current health—they create a foundation for lifelong wellness. Regular check-ups allow your pediatrician to track milestones, prevent illnesses, and address potential concerns early,...

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02 Dec How To Help A Baby Sleep When They Have A Cold?

Posted at 13:31h in Babies, Child Safety, Colds, Fever, Flu, Formula Feeding, General Health, Pediatrics, Sleep, Stress by Continuum Pediatrics

When your baby has a cold, sleep can feel like an impossible goal—for both of you. Congestion, a runny nose, and general discomfort can make it harder for your little one to rest, leaving you just as exhausted. While colds are common and typically harmless,...

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08 Nov Tips To Boost Your Child’s Immune System This Winter

Posted at 17:22h in Babies, Child Care, Colds, Eating Habits, Flu, General Health, Immunization, Infections, Nutrition, Pediatrics, Physical Health, Screen Time, Sleep, Sports, Stress by Continuum Pediatrics

Winter brings chilly weather, cozy nights, and, unfortunately, an increased chance of colds and flu. As temperatures drop, children become more susceptible to illnesses. Strengthening your child's immune system is essential to keep them healthy during the colder months. Here are some practical strategies to...

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05 Sep How Should a Baby Sleep if Congested?

Posted at 09:00h in Allergies, Babies, Colds, Croup, New Parents, Sleep, Stress, Viruses by Continuum Pediatrics

Congestion can be a worrying issue for parents, especially when it affects a tiny baby. Did you know that babies can only breathe through their noses for the first year of life? That’s right! They can’t comfortably breathe through their mouths, which can lead to...

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19 Dec Croup vs. the Common Cold: How to Tell the Difference and Seek Appropriate Care

Posted at 09:00h in Child Care, Colds, Croup, Fever, General Health, Infections, Nutrition, Stress, Viruses by Continuum Pediatrics

The changing seasons often bring not only cooler weather but also various respiratory illnesses that can affect our little ones. Two common conditions parents may encounter are croup and the common cold. While both can cause discomfort and worry, understanding the differences between them is...

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21 Nov RSV vs. the Common Cold: How to Tell the Difference and When to Seek Medical Care

Posted at 09:00h in Child Care, Colds, Fever, Flu, General Health, Infections, Pediatrics, Stress, Viruses by Continuum Pediatrics

As parents, it's only natural to worry when our little ones aren't feeling their best. During the fall and winter months, children are more susceptible to respiratory infections, and two common culprits are Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and the common cold. Both can cause similar...

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23 Nov How to Treat the Common Cold in Toddlers

Posted at 06:15h in Child Care, Child Safety, Colds, Fever, Flu, General Health, Infections, Pediatrics, Toddlers by Continuum Pediatrics

Colds are a common occurrence among toddlers. Many healthy children catch between 8 and 10 colds and other viral infections during the first two years of their life, where the symptoms last up to 10 or more days. The good news is that the common...

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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...

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01 Feb Is Your Child Going Through Sleep Regression?

Posted at 17:07h in Babies, Child Development, Colds, General Health, Infections, Mental Health, New Parents, Pediatrics, Sleep, Toddlers by Continuum Pediatrics

It is the best feeling in the world for new parents—the feeling that you’ve finally mastered the sleep schedule and that your baby is sleeping through the night. However, there comes a time when even the perfect sleepers will start waking up in the middle...

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29 Sep Flu FAQ: The Benefits of Getting a Flu Vaccine For Your Child

Posted at 07:00h in Child Development, Colds, Diabetes, Flu, General Health, New Mom, New Parents, Pediatrics by Continuum Pediatrics

The flu shot is one of the most discussed vaccines out there today and is something that gets brought up to doctors daily, especially this time of year. There are many people who don’t understand the flu shot, aren’t sure if they need it or...

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