posted: Jun. 30, 2024.

Warmer weather and later nights means more insect bites for many children. Bug bites can be irritating and annoying, but they can also be dangerous due to illnesses that are spread from insects to people. Let’s review how to prevent bug bites this season! Read more

posted: Jun. 24, 2024.

Happy Pride Month! Let’s review how to support our LGBTQ+ teens as they come out to those around them. Read more

posted: May 31, 2024.

Let’s focus on exercise and physical fitness this summer. Check out this post to view the AAP’s FITT plan for kids and teens! Read more

posted: May 26, 2024.

As the pools reopen this weekend, it is important to review drowning prevention strategies, even with your older teens. Even teenagers who have been swimming for years, should be aware of safety when swimming. Read more

posted: Apr. 30, 2024.

Did you know, learning more than one language can improve a child’s overall communication skills, literacy, and math? It also helps maintain a connection between a child and their heritage or culture. Being multilingual can even make it easier for children to learn new words and languages later on. Read more

posted: Apr. 23, 2024.

Potty training can be a big step for many little ones. It is a learning experience for toddlers and parents to go through together. Keeping the experience positive can make a big difference in a child’s willingness and readiness to start their potty training journey! Read more

posted: Mar. 29, 2024.

If you or your partner are pumping and storing breast milk for your infant, the guidelines around safe use of pumped milk can be confusing at times. Read here to review instructions on breastmilk storage from the CDC and AAP! Read more

posted: Mar. 25, 2024.

Spring time is here, and so are seasonal allergies for many children. For more information on seasonal allergies, check out our post here, or learn more on healthychildren.org! Read more

posted: Feb. 29, 2024.

The approaching spring season is a great time to get your child outside to exercise. Joining sports programs or teams can be one fun and exciting way to stay active. Let’s discuss appropriate sports for your child’s age! Read more

posted: Feb. 19, 2024.

Adequate sleep can help boost school performance, mood, and overall health. Unfortunately, many children, especially teenagers, do not sleep enough on the average school night. Read here to learn more about sleep among teenagers! Read more

posted: Jan. 30, 2024.

Many children experience bullying in various ways. We do not always know if our child is involved in or experiencing bullying, but it is an important topic to discuss with your child. Here is a quick review of the AAP’s recommendations regarding bullying. Check out www.stopbullying.gov for more information. Read more

posted: Jan. 19, 2024.

Let's review some of the reasons infants may cry and how parents can respond! Read more

posted: Dec. 28, 2023.

Let’s start off the New Year with some healthy resolutions for you and your family! What are you proud of from 2023, and what are some of your goals in 2024? Read more

posted: Dec. 19, 2023.

As the weather gets colder, the roads can be increasingly dangerous. Be sure to review rules of the road with your teens and discuss how to stay safe behind the wheel, regardless if your teenager just got their license, or has been driving for over a year. Read more

posted: Nov. 21, 2023.

With the upcoming holiday, here are some tips to keep your Thanksgiving a safe and family-friendly event! Read more

posted: Nov. 14, 2023.

A child’s first cell phone can be a significant milestone as they get older, but how do you know when to give them one? There is not a set time or date, but a child’s readiness for a cell phone may change based on several factors! Read more