A study in the August 2010 issue of Pediatrics found that girls are beginning pubertal development at an earlier age compared to girls in previous decades. What does this mean for parents? Start having conversations with your daughters early. They need to know what to expect and what is normal. Often girls will begin with […]
When is the ideal time to wean your child off the bottle? It’s a discussion I start having in my office when my patients are about 6 months old. This is the time I advise parents to introduce the sippy cup. Many children simply play with it at this age, but it’s the first step […]
How long should kids with lice be kept out of school? Lice is the dread of many parents. It’s a real nuisance and it creeps many people out. But, it does NOT cause disease. It is for this reason that the American Academy of Pediatrics says that after proper treatment with an over- the-counter shampoo, […]
Unfortunately your browser does not support IFrames. Summertime is filled with outdoor play, swimming, barbecues, and family time. Here are a few tips to make sure your children stay safe during the summertime fun:
Unfortunately your browser does not support IFrames. Vaccines are one of the greatest medical advances of all time. I was honored to have the opportunity to be the spokesperson for the American Academy of Pediatrics’ public service campaign Protect Tomorrow, which was aimed at making sure that no child dies of a vaccine-preventable illness. My […]