Mealtime Woes
by Parker Ellison, M.D. A common complaint that I hear from parents in the clinic is, “My child won’t eat.” These children are often very picky with long lists of foods that they dislike, or can seem to have very poor appetites, especially at family mealtimes. They...
Study: Virtual education linked with decreased physical activity, worsening emotional health
Melissa Jenco, News Content Editor A new study found virtual education during the pandemic is linked with decreased physical activity and worsening emotional health for parents and their children. The results will come as little surprise to many families. They also...
When to Use Telemedicine in Pediatrics
written by Amanda S. Penny, M.D. One of the benefits—yes, there have been some benefits—of the COVID-19 pandemic has been the increased use of telemedicine. In an effort to keep patients safe at home and staff safe at work, many doctors shifted to working virtually as...
Indoor Play Ideas: Fun Ways for Families to Connect This Winter
For many families, the worst of winter weather on top of COVID-19 safety restrictions can create some serious cabin fever. To help cope, focus on positive points that are in your control. A big upside of more indoor family time: more chances to connect with each...
The Importance of Entrusting Your Child’s Health to a Pediatrician
written by Amy Shepherd, M.D. Parents have many choices when it comes to picking a healthcare provider for their child. It is important to pick someone that has received extensive training in the health of children. Pediatricians are medical professionals that have...
How to Help Kids Develop a Healthy Body Image
Everywhere we look we see ads showcasing the bodies of our cultural ideal—ultrathin women with bright smiles who radiate happiness, and powerful men with just the right amount of muscle who exude self-confidence. Kids are observant, and they pick up on these things....
Which Flu Vaccine Should My Children Get This Year?
By: Flor M. Muñoz, MD, FAAP It's that time of year again― influenza (flu) season is around the corner! Many people don't realize it, but the flu can be a very serious illness. It causes thousands of deaths in the United States every year, even among...
6 strategies for sharing disappointing news with kids, in a year with lots of it
By Felice Keller BeckerAugust 7, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. CDT Earlier this week, I received a voice mail from our Los Angeles-area school district with news I had been both expecting and dreading: Our students would not be returning to campus this fall. While I was flooded...
How to Help Kids Embrace Mask-Wearing
Most children enjoy the chance to feel morally superior. Assign them to be the family mask monitors. By Perri Klass, M.D. What a beautiful thing is a face mask if it gives us back our world. With states in various stages of reopening, the challenge we face right now...
Becoming Your Healthiest Self: An Eat-Well, Get-Fit, Feel-Great Guide for Teens
Parents, empower your adolescents so they can make choices that promote their healthiest self. Teens, getting older means making decisions about what matters to you most. Making healthy choices is a great place to start. Taking care of your physical, emotional, and...
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