As pediatricians, we spend a good amount of each well child visit talking about how important exercise is. We try to share tips on how to get your kids outside and away from the oh-so-enticing phone/TV/computer screens. To really drive the point home, every exam room in our clinic has a poster about the 5 … continue reading
For some reason, I always feel like I’ve been “robbed” this time of year. I am not ready for the summer to be over yet. My kids will be off to school this week, and I wish we had more time together! My kids are a bit older now and they are fun to hang … continue reading
Why is a pediatrician talking about melanoma? Isn’t skin cancer an old people thing? Unfortunately, that is not the case. Children can get melanoma and most of the sun damage leading to melanoma happens as teens and young adults. A recent report from the American Society of Clinical Oncology showed that melanoma is up 250% … continue reading
It is starting to warm up outside and that means kids are ready to fill the sidewalks, backyards, pools, parks, and anywhere outside they can think to have fun. With the outdoors come many safety issues. Being a parent and pediatrician makes me a little neurotic when it comes to outdoor safety. My kids could … continue reading
I have a love/hate relationship with Christmas. I love the meaning of this time of year, the special times with family and friends, and the memories and traditions that last forever. But, the hustle and bustle and self-inflicted pressure to make the season bright often leaves me exhausted and downright irritated. Unfortunately, the people at … continue reading
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