Welcoming a newborn during the holiday season is both exciting and challenging. Between the festive spirit, the colder weather, and the influx of visitors eager to meet your little one, it can be overwhelming navigating this special time. Never fear! We’ve created a handy survival guide to help you handle the holiday season with a
Caring for a sick child can feel overwhelming, especially when flu season rolls around. If your child catches the flu, you’re probably juggling worry, comfort, and exhaustion—all while trying to figure out how to help them recover as fast as possible. Luckily, with the right care and some patience, you can help them feel like
As the 2024-2025 flu season approaches, parents everywhere are preparing to keep their families healthy. With changing viruses and lingering concerns about COVID-19, it’s important to stay informed. Below, we’ll cover key questions like: What do flu symptoms look like? Which children are at higher risk? Should your child get a flu shot? And, of
The phrase “back to school” is met with cringing by kids and rejoicing by parents. Some kids are happy to be back with their friends, but most would rather continue their loosey goosey summer routine; late nights, sleeping in, no real schedule. Alas, Fall is coming and so is school, so parents must do some
Summer brings warmth and sunshine, perfect for outdoor adventures with your children. From swimming and hiking to picnicking in the park, there’s so much to enjoy. However, it’s essential to be mindful of potential health risks that can affect your little ones. Here’s a comprehensive guide to understanding and preventing common summer hazards.
The first tip when learning to deal with your child with ADHD is not to panic. Your whole life is not turning upside down. It may feel that way, but with some support from professionals, you can easily learn at home tips to help your child with ADHD.
Do you think alligators and crocodiles are the same? How about jam and jelly, or concrete and cement? These are examples of things that are similar but not the same. It is a roundabout way to get to our topic: the difference between pediatric physicals and well child visits. Both are necessary, and somewhat similar,
Keeping your children safe from harm is the most important job parents have. Even one child can be difficult to keep tabs on, but when you have several, the odds of watching their every move becomes impossible. The best you can do is teach them about safety, depending on their age, and be observant. It
Just when you thought your bundle of joy was getting into the routine of sleeping all night, suddenly they are waking up fussy and irritable. They could be sick, but if they are approaching 6 months old, it is more likely it’s their first tooth coming in causing their discomfort. Let’s learn as much as
You never know when an emergency might happen. If you have children, that thought can keep you up at night. Will you know what to do? Will you be able to remain calm and help your child? No one knows of course how they will act in a life-threatening situation, but there are tools available