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Rethinking Screen Time for Kids: What the AAP Wants Parents to Know
posted: Mar. 26, 2026.
Screens and electronic devices have become heavily integrated into our everyday life. Devices such as tablets, phones, televisions, gaming systems, and computers are often used by children and adults daily Read more
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Measles Outbreak: What Parents Need to Know
posted: Mar. 16, 2026.
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Tiny Germs, Big Impact: What Parents Should Know About This Year’s Flu Season
posted: Jan. 12, 2026.
With the start of the new year, the flu season has begun. This year, there is a new flu strain and has more severe symptoms such as body aches, high Read more
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Happy New Year!
posted: Dec. 30, 2025.
Let’s start off the New Year with some healthy resolutions for you and your family! What are you proud of from 2025, and what are some of your goals in 2026? Read more
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Coping for Kids
posted: Nov. 11, 2025.
When faced with stressful situations, most people react in one of three ways: freeze, flight, or fight. As a parent, helping your child break through this stress response and feel more at ease can be very difficult. Here we will review some techniques for children and parents to try to respond to stress. Read more
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Keeping Tiny Lungs Safe: RSV Awareness for Families
posted: Oct. 21, 2025.
October marks the start of RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) season! RSV vaccines are available in our office for infants younger than 8 months old. Check out more information on this respiratory infection here! Read more
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Acne: it affects more than just teens!
posted: Oct. 20, 2025.
Acne can be an uncomfortable and stressful skin condition to experience for many teens. Unfortunately, it often persists beyond the teenage years and affects some people throughout adulthood. Early prevention and treatment is key in the management of this common skin concern. Read more
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Flu Vaccines Coming October 1st!
posted: Sep. 30, 2025.
Annual influenza vaccination is recommended by the AAP for all children 6 months and older. Let’s review this year’s updated AAP flu vaccination policy. Read more
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Community Parenting Resources
posted: Sep. 04, 2025.
Interested in local parenting resources or classes? Your community may have classes available! Check here! Read more
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Breakfast: the most important meal of the day?
posted: Aug. 26, 2025.
Did you know skipping meals (especially breakfast) is the #1 eating faux pas of most teenagers? Let’s review how eating breakfast can positively impact a young person’s health and some of the consequences of skipping this important meal! Read more
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School readiness
posted: Aug. 11, 2025.
The start of school is around the corner, and many 5 year-olds are preparing to enter school for the first time! This can be very exciting, but can also have parents questioning if their child is ready for school. Read here as we review some of Virginia and the AAP's guidelines for entering kindergarten! Read more
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Stay hydrated in this heat!!
posted: Jul. 30, 2025.
Do you drink enough water every day? How about your child? How much is enough water? There are so many questions surrounding this topic, and it can be hard to know if you or your child is adequately hydrated. Read our post here about healthy hydration for infants, kids, and teens. Read more
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Child-Proofing Safety Tips
posted: Jun. 24, 2025.
Baby or child proofing a home is a crucial way of ensuring safety for the little ones living in it. Each house is unique, therefore the steps involved in providing a safe environment will vary from one home to another. Here are some general safety tips to follow. Read more
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Theme Park Safety
posted: Jun. 12, 2025.
Summer travel often calls for thrill rides and days in the sun. Theme/amusement parks can be great fun for families taking vacations this summer, but there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure your trip is safe for all! Read more
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Sensitive Skin Care
posted: May 23, 2025.
Children with sensitive skin or people diagnosed with eczema can face challenges selecting skin care products that will not cause them to break out or feel uncomfortable. The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) offers recommendations on how to choose eczema friendly options and what triggers to avoid. Read more
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Preventing Sports Related Overuse Injuries
posted: May 12, 2025.
Getting involved in organized sports is a great choice for physical fitness as well as social and physical development for many children. Although there are many benefits associated with playing sports, too much of anything can become harmful. Read more to learn ways to prevent some sports injuries! Read more