It’s National Love Your Children Day and the best way to show love to your children is by keeping them healthy! This is where we come in handy! Make sure to schedule a pre-summer appointment with us to make sure your child is not vitamin deficient or in need of any allergy medicine. Here are […]
Kids and Caffeine: What’s the Buzz?
March is National Caffeine Awareness Month, so what better time to talk about caffeine and your kids than right now. We get the question a lot: how much is too much? It’s time for some answers… Caffeine is defined as a drug because it stimulates the central nervous system. It affects kids and adults similarly […]
National Child Mental Health Week
National Child Mental Health Week is February 5-11. This week is very important for parents to be aware of their child’s mental health and emotional well being. On average, 8 out of 10 children have low self-esteem. This week helps parents to remind their children about their unique qualities and strengths in themselves and others. […]
Sugar Awareness
National Sugar Awareness week happens every January. This week is so important, not only for adults, but for kids. The average American consumes 150-170 pounds of refined sugar each year which can take a toll on our bodies. The best way to create healthy adults is by teaching kids healthy habits. Oftentimes we are not […]
Safe Toys & Gifts
While the month of December is dedicated to the holiday and gift giving season, in the medical world we also dedicate it to SAFE toys and gifts. In 2010, there were over 250,000 toy related injuries throughout the emergency room systems and toys are being recalled all the time. These situations are 100% preventable as […]
Flu Season
Flu season is here and we are about to get into the worst of it in the coming months, which is why it is important to be prepared. Every year from around October to April our bodies become more susceptible to influenza and can become serious if you are not properly prepared. For those who […]
Picky Eaters
The holidays are just around the corner which means two things: lots of company and food. If you struggle with picky eaters all year round, you know that the holidays do not make anything any easier. It can be difficult to manage a picky eater during the holiday season when so much is going on […]
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and we want to bring you a little bit more information about this difficult topic. Along with this blog, you can also check out the American Cancer Society’s website for even more information. One of the most frequently asked questions about childhood cancer is how it differs from cancers […]
Childhood Obesity
September is an important month in the medical industry, especially when it comes to children. We devote this month to Childhood Obesity Awareness and cutting down on this epidemic that has been affecting our country for years. Since 1970, the number of overweight and obese children in the United States has tripled. By definition a […]
Immunizations at Every Age
Immunizations can sometimes be a controversial topic, but they are important in keeping your child’s health. What is most important is to know when, what type and how many doses of each your child needs. You may be surprised to know that not as many are required at birth, and the doses are more spread […]
