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...
Summer is here, which for many young kids means spending more time riding bikes, splashing in the pool, or any number of outdoor activities. However, there are still a few health risks that can come with spending more time outside. Here are a few of our...
Many parents are struggling right now to help their kids have a fun and memorable summer. With the safety precautions in place surrounding COVID-19, most summer activities for children have been canceled. And while your child may not be able to head off to summer...
So many parents are looking forward to a time when life can return to normal, not only for their benefit but for their children as well. One of the biggest questions that we get from parents here at Continuum Pediatrics has to do with play...