Child Care

07 Feb How to Choose the Right Pediatrician for Your Child

Posted at 09:39h in Child Care, Child Development, Child Safety, General Health, Immunization, Mental Health, New Parents, Newborn Care, Nutrition, Pediatrics, Physical Health by Continuum Pediatrics

As parents, one of the most important decisions we make is selecting the right pediatrician for our children. A child's pediatrician plays a key role in providing essential care during their formative years and can set them up for a lifetime of good health. At Continuum...

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17 Jan How to Prepare Your Child for Flu Season

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

The cold and flu season can be a challenging time for children and their families. In addition to dealing with symptoms such as fever, cough, and congestion, parents also have to worry about the spread of illness to other family members and friends. Fortunately, there...

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10 Jan Benefits of a Long-term Relationship With a Pediatrician

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

Having a long-term relationship with a pediatrician can provide numerous benefits for both you and your child. A pediatrician is a doctor who specializes in the care of infants, children, and adolescents, and they can provide comprehensive medical care for your child from birth through...

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04 Jan Child Fever: When to Worry

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

Child fevers can be alarming for parents, but they are often a normal part of a child's immune system response to an infection. It's important for parents to know when a child's fever is cause for concern and when to seek medical attention. First, it's important...

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23 Nov Infant GERD and Acid Reflux in Babies

Posted at 06:24h in Babies, Breastfeeding, burping, Child Care, Child Safety, Flu, Formula Feeding, General Health, Pediatrics, Sleep by Continuum Pediatrics

It is common for babies to spit up after a meal, and there is nothing to worry about. But sometimes, continued and frequent spitting up combined with other symptoms can indicate that your baby has acid reflux or GERD. In babies, GERD is usually the result...

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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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23 Nov How to Establish Good Sleep Habits

Posted at 06:00h in Child Care, General Health, Mental Health, Pediatrics, Physical Health, Sleep by Continuum Pediatrics

Getting your child to have a good night’s sleep is just as important as feeding them a nutritious and balanced diet. Although sleep needs differ from one child to the other, on average, a toddler requires between 11 and 14 hours of uninterrupted sleep every...

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23 Nov Formula Feeding 101

Posted at 05:49h in Babies, Breastfeeding, Child Care, Formula Feeding, General Health, Newborn Care, Nutrition, Pediatrics by Continuum Pediatrics

Formula feeding may look like a simple process – you sit in a comfortable spot holding a bottle while your baby blissfully drinks out of it -but you need to learn a few things. Before you begin the sit-and-feed practice, it is important to choose...

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31 Oct What the First Month with a Newborn Is Really Like

Posted at 18:01h in Babies, Breastfeeding, Child Care, General Health, New Mom, New Parents, Newborn Care, Sleep by Continuum Pediatrics

Having a baby is one of the most magical experiences of your life. There are so many things to look forward to as you bring your little bundle of joy into the world. Every baby is different, and it doesn’t matter if you are a...

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31 Oct When to Worry About Missed Milestones

Posted at 17:54h in Child Care, Child Development, New Parents, Stress, Toddlers by Continuum Pediatrics

All children are different. They each have their personalities, strengths, and also weaknesses. Milestones are what is considered “normal” for your child’s development. This means that most children learn a new skill or ability by a certain age. For example, most children learn to sit...

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