Halloween is a special past time for nearly every family in America, especially for children who get to go door-to-door for candy and treats. Every October 31st, you can count on cute and sometimes frightening costumes walking around the neighborhood searching for a fun night. However, Halloween night should come with some precautions to ensure […]
Incorporating Vitamins Into Your Child’s Diet
Is your child getting the proper nutrients they need on a daily basis? It is hard to watch everything your child eats, so it might be time to switch up their snacks and meals and incorporate some vitamins into their diet. Whether you have a toddler or a teen, nutrition is important to his or […]
What Happens at a Well-Child Visit?
Are you curious as to what happens at a well-child visit at Fall Hill Pediatrics? We focus on making this a family friendly practice and that goes for the appointment as well. We love our patients and their families and want to be there with them during the entire process. Here are some general things […]
Tips to Keep Your Child Healthy This Summer
Are you worried about your child becoming sick this summer? While kids are introduced to many new types of germs while in the classroom, they are at a bigger risk while attending different camps or other group activities. We wanted to provide some tips on how to keep your child happy and healthy this summer, […]
5 Reasons to See the Pediatrician
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 […]
