A Healthy Habit: The Role of Routine Wellness Checkups
Routine wellness checkups are one of the most important things a parent can do to track their child's growth and development. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends a schedule [...]
The Right Response: Emergency Room, Urgent Care, or FirstCall?
What do we do when a minor emergency strikes after the doctor's office has closed? Who can we turn to for advice? Should we be worried? It often leaves us [...]
How to Talk to Your Teen About Sex
If you are the parent of a teen or preteen, it may be worthwhile to take a moment to reflect on how much your child may be changing in the [...]
A Deep Dive into Drowning Prevention
It’s Springtime! Which means it’s time for fun visits to the beach, afternoons at family pools, and moments by the lakes on camping grounds. Among these occasions lies a [...]
How to Navigate Difficult Conversations: Talking to Children About Tragedies
Discussing tragic events with children presents a considerable challenge for parents. Striking a balance is essential, as it involves providing honest information while simultaneously safeguarding the child's emotional wellbeing. [...]
Your Child and RSV: Everything Parents Need to Know
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that can affect individuals of all ages. However, it is especially severe in infants and older adults, causing a range of [...]
Signs It’s Time to See a Gynecologist
A gynecologist is an integral part of a woman's healthcare journey. Whether you're a young adult, in the midst of motherhood, or approaching menopause, gynecologists play a vital role [...]
Effective Tips for Potty Training Your Toddler
Potty training is a significant milestone in your child's development, but it can also be a challenging and frustrating experience for both parents and toddlers. With the right approach [...]
The Importance for Parents to Vet Internet Sources
In the digital age, parents find themselves facing a unique challenge: sifting through an overwhelming abundance of information on the internet to ensure the health [...]
Exploring Vaccine Guidelines and Information
Without a doubt, vaccines are the most important contributing factor to the health of our children. The World Health Organization estimates that worldwide, there are 2-3 million fewer deaths [...]