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So, you think your child has pink eye symptoms. Now what?

Healthy Living

Nov 21, 2024

When a child wakes up with a crusty eye, many parents worry about pink eye symptoms and call their pediatrician immediately for pink eye drops. After all, pink eye (conjunctivitis) is extremely contagious—but there’s often more to the story. From...

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Building healthy eating habits: 3 tips for busy parents

Healthy Living

May 2, 2024

Parenting young kids can be hectic, and prioritizing healthy food at mealtimes may not always be on the top of your list. But ensuring kids are well nourished means they grow and develop properly, as well as build the foundations...

10 ways to create a safe sleep environment for your baby

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Apr 5, 2024

Coming home with a baby is an exciting time for new parents. There are many important things to learn about parenting a newborn—starting with making sure that they have a safe space to sleep at night.  The responsibility of ensuring...

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Fall into flu season prepared: Why an annual vaccination is important for your child

Healthy Living

Oct 2, 2023

It’s that time of the year again. Kids are back in school. The weather is getting cooler (at least theoretically). Pumpkin-flavored drinks and snacks top menus. Football is back. And so is the flu. Between 5-20% of Texans get the...

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Should your child be taking vitamins?

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Sep 14, 2023

If you're a parent, browsing the number of vitamins and supplements in the wellness aisle of the grocery store can be overwhelming. If you’re confused about giving your child vitamins, you’re not alone. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)...

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9 things you should know before your child’s next well-child exam

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Aug 30, 2023

As a parent, your child’s health is one of your top priorities. Well-child checkups, those regular appointments with pediatric healthcare providers, are vital to maintaining your little one's health and development. From infancy through adolescence, these appointments offer more than...

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Make a splash safely: 10 tips to keep your kids safe in water

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Aug 11, 2023

Summer vacation may be ending, but the heat is hanging on. With many of us looking for ways to cool down, swimming and water activities are always a favorite. But before you jump in the pool or dip a toe...

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Back-to-school transition: 5 tips to help kids get back into a classroom routine

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Aug 8, 2023

As summer vacation begins to wind down, it's time for students, parents and teachers to gear up for the back-to-school transition. The shift from a laid-back break to a structured school routine can be trying for everyone. There are a...

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Strong bodies, bright futures: Keeping your young athlete healthy

Healthy Living

Jul 26, 2023

Sports are an important aspect of many children and teenagers’ personal identity. Over 60 million adolescents compete in organized sports every year with nearly 8 million of them directly involved in high school athletics. There are many benefits to organized...

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To swaddle or not to swaddle? Safe sleeping practices for newborns

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Apr 27, 2023

There are many things parents of newborns need to keep in mind as they learn how to care for their new bundle of joy. You’re not alone if you’re feeling overwhelmed by all the information, opinions, and decisions. But safe...

Is my child getting enough exercise?

Healthy Living

Jan 20, 2023

How much exercise does a child or teen really need? As a parent, this is a common worry—and an important question to address. In Texas, about 20% of children and teens aged 10-17 are obese, ranking our state at 8th...

After lawnmower accident, 4-year-old Kutter is a walking miracle

Healthy Living

Dec 2, 2022

First responders arrived at the Shed family home in April 2022 to find 4-year-old Kutter’s left leg severely injured. But thanks to the lifesaving, expert care of his team at McLane Children’s Medical Center, he didn’t just stand before pediatric...

What every parent should know about RSV

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Oct 31, 2022

If you’re a parent of young children, you’ve likely heard about RSV, or Respiratory Syncytial Virus. As a pediatric ER doctor and a father of six, I’m no stranger to RSV. Here’s everything you need to know to keep your...

Is my child’s separation anxiety normal? 6 tips to help them cope

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Sep 20, 2022

So, you dropped your child off at daycare or preschool this morning on your way to work, and it was a little more difficult than you expected. Maybe your baby became hysterical when you walked away. Maybe your toddler burst...

What to do when your child is struggling to make friends

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Aug 30, 2022

Building friendships is an important skill for children to learn. For some, it is a natural process, but most will struggle to one degree or another, and some will struggle severely.As a parent, you hold the vital role of reassuring...

Is my child or teen ready for social media?                  

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Aug 24, 2022

As a parent, it’s only natural to worry about your child’s safety and well-being. With all the potential concerns around social media, you’re not alone in questioning whether your child is ready. Are they old enough? Are they mature enough?...

7 ways to help your child transition to a new school

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Aug 19, 2022

Approaching the beginning of a new school year can be intimidating, whether you are just moving up in grade level or have moved to a new city. There are many big changes to think about for children, from how they...

Newborn jaundice: Symptoms, testing and treatments parents need to know

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Aug 3, 2022

Congratulations, you’ve welcomed a new bundle of joy into your world! However, having a newborn infant comes with a lots of questions and things to be aware of. One of these things to be aware of is neonatal, or newborn,...

Why newborn babies need a Vitamin K shot at birth

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Jul 12, 2022

As a parent, there are tons of newfound feelings the moment your baby is born into the world. There is joy, happiness and excitement for the future. At the same time, so begins the string of important decisions you as...

Sleep and academic success: How a good night’s sleep can help your child perform better in school

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Jun 25, 2022

Sleep is vital to our well-being at any age, but particularly crucial for school-age children. Sleep deprivation affects every aspect of a child’s life, from friends and family relationships to school performance and daily behavior. Roughly one third of children...