Pediatric Articles

Teaching Your Children How to Manage Stress April 21, 2014

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Stress is normal part of life, but too much stress can be unhealthy.
It is important to teach our children how to cope with stress in healthy ways.
Ways to help our children include proper sleep and nutrition, physical activity, predictable schedules, being a good example, and being there when they need us.

Posted in Child Behavior, Pediatric Articles | Tagged anxiety, behavior, middle childhood, parenting, stress, tweens

How To Help Your Shy Child April 14, 2014

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It is important to understand why your child is "shy." Is it because of temperament, a stage of development, a lack of self-confidence, or a more serious issue?
Things like role-playing, playgroups, and being a good example can help shy children open up more.
Don't call your child shy or allow others to. Learn to embrace your child’s personality and let them be themselves.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged anxiety, behavior, early childhood, shyness, social

Natural Cold and Flu Remedies April 7, 2014

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Children under 4 should not use cold and cough medications, and children ages 4 to 6 should only use them when directed by a doctor.
One of the most important things you can do is to keep your child hydrated.
Things like nasal saline and sleeping elevated can help with stuffy noses and coughs.

Posted in Child Safety, Fall/Winter Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged cold & flu, flu, winter

AAP Strongly Opposes the Use of Retail-based Clinics March 31, 2014

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Pediatricians are better able to treat children because they are specially trained in child health issues.
According to the AAP, retail-based clinics provide fragmented healthcare and do not support the medical home.
Retail-based clinics do not provide the same continuity of care as a primary care pediatrician who is aware of current medications, past health problems, and any special situations in your home.

Posted in Health Alerts, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles

Concussions in Young Athletes Increasing, Particularly Among Girls March 24, 2014

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In sports that are played by both boys and girls, like soccer and basketball, girls have a higher rate of concussions.
A "culture of resistance" is cited as the reason for the increase in concussions.
Children who may have a concussion should not be allowed to return to the sport until they have been examined and cleared by a doctor.

Posted in Child Safety, Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged concussion, sports, sports medicine, summer

What To Do If Your Child Breaks A Bone February 24, 2014

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Common signs of a broken bone are a bump or change in shape of the bone, intense pain, bruising, or swelling.
Children's bones are more flexible and have a thicker covering; making them harder to break and faster at healing.
Children usually do better during medical procedures when prepared ahead of time, so let your child know what to expect.

Posted in Child Safety, Pediatric Articles | Tagged broken bones, injuries, sports injury

Tips on Making Your Pediatrician Visit a Success February 17, 2014

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Spending time with your child role-playing, explaining any procedures, and talking about why it is good to visit the doctor will help your child feel less anxious about the visit.
Write down any questions beforehand and be ready to provide the doctor with any needed information. Don’t be afraid to ask questions if you don’t understand something.
If you act like going to the doctor is a positive experience, your children will be more likely to feel the same.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged choosing a pediatrician, medical visits, pediatricians

How Safe Are Shopping Carts? February 10, 2014

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An average of 66 children a day are treated in the emergency room for shopping cart related injuries.
Instead of placing your child in the shopping cart, consider using a stroller or baby carrier.
If you do place your children in a shopping cart, make sure that they are properly strapped in and that you stay by their side.

Posted in Child Safety, Pediatric Articles | Tagged early childhood, infants, safety

Keeping On Top of Product Recalls February 3, 2014

Article at a Glance Most federal agencies allow you to get recall information through emails, apps, and social media. Recalls.gov pools product recall information from six different federal agencies for you. Register new products with the manufacturer to be notified of any recalls. This is particularly important with products like cribs, highchairs, and car seats. … Continue reading “Keeping On Top of Product Recalls”

Posted in Child Safety, Pediatric Articles | Tagged baby equipment, recalls

Study: PG-13 Movies Today Have More Violence than R-Rated Movies in the 80’s January 27, 2014

Article at a Glance Study shows that overall violence in movies has doubled since 1950, and gun violence has tripled since 1985. Movies that were given an R-rating in the 80’s would probably now only receive a PG-13 rating. Parents are encouraged to do their homework on a movie or video game before their kids … Continue reading “Study: PG-13 Movies Today Have More Violence than R-Rated Movies in the 80’s”

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged parenting, screen time, teens, tweens, violence

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